Some bosses think their people do less when working from home

Over many decades, Microsoft has established itself as the productivity leader. Can you imagine doing your job without their software?

So it's no surprise that the tech titan recently conducted a major new survey into workplace productivity - and some of the results may surprise you.

Researchers polled 20,000 business workers from 11 different countries.

They discovered that the majority of managers believe their employees are less productive when they work from home.

In fact, four out of five employers believe their employees get less done when they work remotely.

On the other hand, 87% of employees reported being MORE productive when working from home.

What is causing such a gap?

Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, blames "productivity paranoia." That means there is a disconnect between what employers expect from their employees and how employees feel.

Perhaps some bosses want to return to the way we worked before 2020... However, their employees prefer the flexibility of today's hybrid work environment.

There are numerous benefits to reducing commuting and improving work/life balance.

We believe that managers should communicate more effectively with their employees.

Yes, it is about setting clear expectations and providing feedback if they believe people are not performing adequately.

But it's also critical to ensure that your team has the right tools and technology to get things done, no matter where they work.

Are their tools appropriate for the task at hand? Do they have the necessary applications to effectively communicate and collaborate on projects?

Take the time to talk about the tools and technology you're using with the people who will be using them every day.

You should also show how much you trust and value your employees. You will be rewarded in the long run with a loyal and productive team.

Do you need assistance in locating the best tools and technology for your specific type of business? Please contact us - we can help!

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