About 74 percent of working parents are taking advantage of remote work opportunities, compared to 64 percent of their childless colleagues.. (Photo: Shutterstock)
As employers look for news ways to recruit and retain talent in a tight labor market, one option many are considering is expanding remote work policies. In the past 3 years, 56 percent of companies have expanded remote work options for employees, according to a recent survey from Robert Half.
"In an employment market that favors job seekers, businesses need to provide greater workplace flexibility to attract and retain top performers," says senior executive director Paul McDonald.
Notably, about 74 percent of working parents are taking advantage of remote work opportunities, compared to 64 percent of their childless colleagues.
Source: Robert Half
However, not all employee positions lend themselves to remote work, and not all employees are interested in taking advantage of the benefit when offered. According to Robert Half, despite the increases in offerings, just 47 percent of companies offer remote work options, and 70 percent of workers are taking advantage.
Those opting to stick to the office cite distractions that impact productivity (38 percent) and lack of proper equipment (39 percent) as their primary reasons."Telecommuting isn't the right solution for every person or every job," McDonald notes. "Individuals who are offered this perk can set themselves up for success by creating an optimal workspace and keeping in frequent touch with members of their team."
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Emily Payne
Emily Payne is director, content analytics for ALM's Business & Finance Markets and former managing editor for BenefitsPRO. A Wisconsin native, she has spent the past decade writing and editing for various athletic and fitness publications. She holds an English degree and Business certificate from the University of Wisconsin.
