Work from home

Employers are dealing with seismic changes in the new workplace normal of entire WFH staffs, stressed-out workers — and layoffs ahead. Welcome to Remote America.

The results of this large-scale work-from-home experiment, and its lingering hangover, show that there's a need for greater trust between executives and employees, and that productivity can’t simply be measured in terms of hours.

If you’re wondering what financial protection you have from your employer, here are answers to some common questions.

Establishing a plan and communicating it clearly is essential to transitioning employees to remote work.

“If an organization is able to have people work from home, then obviously that's the no-brainer,” said Scott Ream, chair of the Association of Continuity Professionals.

Keeping remote staff satisfied is not something that comes naturally to most businesses, but companies face financial risk if they don't keep employees engaged.

Even as the virus forces companies and workers to accept the reality of remote work, many are complaining that that in reality, firms are simply not equipped or prepared to let employees work remotely.

An executive at an online college says people skills are crucial when your employees work from home.

The global economy loses $1 trillion a year in productivity as a result of depression and anxiety but those seeking treatment often face stigmas to getting help.

WeWork is temporarily closing 55 offices across China and Facebook employees based at the epicenter of the virus are also being told to work from home.

Remote work isn’t simply about doing the same thing from home. It’s a chance to automate, remove waste, and make things better for employees in an organization.

With still-historic lows in unemployment, employees are demanding more flexibility and a greater work-life balance.

These are the most coveted non-insurance and retirement benefits, according to employees surveyed by Unum.

Even if your workplace has guidelines for remote workers, requests for medical accommodations must be handled carefully to assure you're in compliance with the ADA.

Younger workers want to work whenever and wherever, says Scott Cawood, head of the HR and compensation association. And there’s technology that enables them to power up while camping.

More employers are embracing wellness and work-life balance perks for employees, according to the Society for Human Resource Management’s annual benefits survey.

These are the most coveted non-insurance and retirement benefits, according to employees surveyed by Unum.

Employees are putting more and more on their plates, making it challenging to remove themselves from work to get a recharge. These 29 jobs, however, break the mold and allow workers to find the time to unwind.

The retail giant is among a growing number of companies offering remote jobs as more employees clamor for the perk.

The retail giant is among a growing number of companies offering remote jobs as more employees clamor for the perk.