The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Working From Home.

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010 at 10:35 am

The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Working From Home.

The opportunity of working from home would have most workers drooling at the very thought but if given the opportunity it is important to take a balanced view of the advantages and disadvantages that remote working provides. Today’s post outlines a list of the advantages and disadvantages of working from home to help you make a clearer choice should you the opportunity come your way.

Advantages.

1. Less time commuting means you get to spend more time with your family.

2. You save on the cost of travel expenses to and from work.

3. Your working hours are (usually) more flexible.

4. You have no dress code so can wear whatever you feel comfortable working in.

5. Less pressure with no boss looking over your shoulder.

Disadvantages.

1. It can be lonely working 8am to 5pm without the social interaction which you may have enjoyed in the office.

2. It takes a disciplined type of individual to avoid the constant distractions at home that can divert your attention from your work.

3. Work is constantly at your doorstep.

4. Just as having family around you is an advantage it can also be a disadvantage if young children are in the house and are too young to comprehend that you are working.

5. The fear that you being away from the office may impact future promotion opportunities.

Whether you are considering setting up your own home based business or have the opportunity to accept a role telecommuting from your current company spend time weighing up the advantages and disadvantages before making a decision that suits you best.

If you are interviewing for a job that allows you to work from home then the interviewer will be looking for candidates who show responsibility, reliability and trustworthiness so have examples ready where you have demonstrated these traits in previous roles.