What is hybrid working?

BEFORE the pandemic last year, the idea of hybrid working was not something most employers would have offered.

But now workers are demanding a more flexible working model. Below is everything you need to know about hybrid working.

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What is hybrid working?

Hybrid working is a model that offers employees flexibility on where and when they work.

The term has many variations – some employers may allow their employees to work remotely full-time or part-time or a mixture of office work and remote working.

According to a report from last year, 77% of UK employees favoured hybrid working.

What are the advantages of hybrid working?

There are many advantages of hybrid working – some of which will be listed below.

1. Better work-life balance
2. Reduce exposure to illnesses
3. Reduction in costs for the employer
4. Employees can choose to work when they are most productive
5. Access to more talent across the globe
6. Less time wasted commuting

What are the disadvantages of hybrid working?

1. Diminished customer or client experience
2. Divisions between those who work remotely and those who are office-based
3. More home expenses for the employee
4. Certain industries and people aren’t cut out for remote working