How to (actually) save time while working remotely

Published in: Harvard Business Review - 24 August 2020

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Written by

Lauren Howe, Ashley Whillans and Jochen Menges

Summary

What we found: Although it may seem that switching to home office during lockdown should have saved time, such as by cutting out the commute, research finds that employees struggled to use that time well. We offer evi­dence-based strategies for how remote workers can structure their time more effectively to make the most of home office.

Why it matters: Greater productivity in home office is not a given. To ensure it affords the potential opportunities available, companies should take steps to help emplo­yees make best use of their time.

What next: Companies and team leaders can set policies or otherwise encourage employees to adopt ‘time smart’ practices while working remotely, such as creating a ‘virtual commute’ or blocking off ‘proactive time’ on their calendar.

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