How to negotiate for remote work

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If you’re not ready to go back to the office, it’s worth trying to negotiate

Research has shown that the majority of workers yearn to return to the office at some point, and that many consider personal interaction with colleagues to be vital to their productivity.

Another survey found that 40% of workers would prefer to work from home indefinitely, as reported by USA Today, and that percentage is likely to increase as the pandemic wears on.

For those experiencing anxiety about returning to work, mental health experts say it’s completely normal and to be expected, adding that now is the time to be proactive about negotiating whether to continue telecommuting.

Even if these conversations fail, the most effective way to combat the stress of returning to work is to have an honest conversation with your office manager or HR associate.

How should you discuss returning to work?

If you really can’t imagine yourself going back to the office, it might be worth giving it a little more time and trying to find a job with the benefits you want.

Whatever it is that makes you not want to go back to the office, don’t feel trapped and don’t allow yourself to sit idle.

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