Shedding the constraints of a five-day workweek and embracing a remote or hybrid work model has been life-changing for employees. However, this lack of facetime may have a negative impact on milestones like raises and promotions. As the saying goes, if 80% of success is showing up, how can employees in a home office prove themselves equal to their in-office peers?
Trade organization The American Staffing Association recently surveyed 2,019 U.S. adults and found that 56% believe employees who work exclusively in-office have a competitive advantage over their fully remote counterparts when it comes to getting raises, bonuses and promotions. For the 44% of those surveyed who would be willing to take a pay cut if it meant they could work remotely, this may not be an issue. For the rest, a balance between flexibility and professional advancement must be established.
