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I'm far more productive in my own quiet and distraction free office than I ever was in a corporate office, even when I had my own there. Open-door policies suc
by DrBazza 2y ago
I'm far more productive in my own quiet and distraction free office than I ever was in a corporate office, even when I had my own there. Open-door policies suck, as do open-plan cubicles.
I spent 30 years with a lengthy city commute like many people. There is no way I am ever returning to the office for anything more than a day a month.
"Will my train turn up?" "Will my train be on time?" "Will I get home in time for my kids sports game?" "Will I be standing for an hour?" All mentally draining.
The quality of life improvement for employees, especially mentally, benefits employers as well.
- shrimp_emoji 2y agoDon't forget the best part: your own executive bathroom. I.e., your home bathroom.
- DrBazza 2y agoHaha! Yes. And my own kitchen that no one leaves in a complete mess or steals my snacks.
- ryandrake 2y agoIt's hard to over-emphasize how important having a quiet, dedicated, private working space is to making WFH enjoyable. I am fortunate enough to have a separate out-building on my property for my WFH office. The building contains the actual (10'x8') air-conditioned, heated office, plus a bathroom, and a partial kitchen (coffee maker and refrigerator). This setup is far superior to any traditional office I've ever worked in. There's just no comparison. I think a lot of people who "hated WFH" had to do it out of necessity during a global pandemic, in the middle of their living room or bedroom that they shared with family or roommates. Big difference.
- DrBazza 2y agoI totally agree. WFH also best suits senior devs (by age), that have larger homes rather than apartments or sharing apartments.