Victorians could live further away from their workplaces as remote habits become entrenched in the coming decade, the state’s infrastructure advisor says.
The real sticking point in working from home is not the “work” part. It’s the loss of the fun parts of a workplace — the informal networking and socialising that’s good for the individual as well as the group.
The explosion of remote work has led to a spike in the amount of overtime staff are performing, with a new report revealing Australians now complete an average of 319 hours of unpaid work annually.
Envato is joining a growing number of Australian businesses offering staff additional leave in response to strain the pandemic continues to place on employees and employers alike.
Business size should not be used as an excuse for failing to provide a great workplace culture and inclusive policies to support staff, according to Cube Group founder Ben Schramm.
A focus on wellbeing and overall health is an effective strategy for improved workplace education, which should also include emphasis on mental health initiatives and sleep quality.