Remote working means longer days
by Mehak Dugal
 
The survey revealed that almost 80% of employees missed their usual work environment, especially socialising with work colleagues.
The survey revealed that almost 80% of employees missed their usual work environment, especially socialising with work colleagues.

People working from home during the coronavirus crisis are working longer hours than they normally do, according to a new survey. The study by IrishJobs.ie found that 44% of those working remotely are working more hours.

 

The survey also found that people working at home were finding it difficult to switch off from work.

 

The organisation reckons that 90% of those in work are now working remotely due to the coivd-19 pandemic.

 

It says over half of them experience distractions and interruptions by family members during their working time, while 22% are struggling to strike a balance between their job and home-schooling their children.

 

The survey also revealed that almost 80% of employees missed their usual work environment, especially socialising with work colleagues.

 

IrishJobs.ie general manager Orla Moran praised the way Irish workers and their employers adapted to the new measures put in place to contain the spread of the virus. But she said it was inevitable that the new arrangements also mean a dip in productivity and morale.

 

She suggests keeping in regular contact with colleagues, and establishing clear boundaries between work and home life to maintain a sense of normalcy.

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