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tasks. Several studies have shown that an in- With that being said, this might be a foreign ,
dividual takes an average of at least 15 to 23 concept for some companies. Understandably,
minutes to regain attention and concentration it could be something they are unwilling to )
after they have been interrupted. According acquaint themselves with due to the poten-
to a Guardian article, “In an eight-hour day, tial issues that could arise from this. Still, as
there are an estimated 60 interruptions taking an employee, you are allowed to share options
place.” Imagine all the lost time that could be for increased effi ciency and if your supervisor
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saved when managed effi ciently. More than is open, you can always bring it up for consid-
that, the benefi ts of a co-working space offers eration in small steps. This could come in the
the valuable option to break away from your form of requesting a conducive environment
comfort zone, allowing for a breath of fresh air for a strategy team meeting where ideas and 01/
and a change in perspective. This stimulates strategic thinking can fl ourish.
creative innovation and new ideas. It also pres-
ents a relaxing atmosphere for networking and Outside the borders of an offi ce, something
meeting opportunities which is an important within your control if you are catching up on
aspect for the majority of the companies. This work during the weekends, is trying a change
homely and conducive environment further in location. Opt for a quiet cafe or a happy place 2
allows for greater cohesion between business which you enjoy. Research has proven that, +
professionals who might otherwise be stressed “happiness at work reduces stress, raises your
from endless offi ce meetings under fl uorescent energy by 65%, boosts productivity by as much
lights and the boring long table setup. as 31% and builds a high-performing work en-
vironment and quality of life for employees.”
With every option, there are always pros Your location can create a sense of peace and
and cons to consider. In light of these rising signifi cantly reduce the strain that is attached
co-working spaces, employers are concerned to the task.
about remote employees working less and
rightfully so. Without direct supervision, many
are worried that employees may be multi- References:
tasking or mixing personal responsibilities 1. https://www.coworkinghandbook.com/
with work during offi ce hours. Other concerns stats/
include a decrease in quality relationships,
communication and collaboration between col- 2. https://www.theguardian.com/lifeand-
style/2018/oct/14/the-lost-art-of-concentra-
leagues which a traditional offi ce environment tion-being-distracted-in-a-digital-world
promotes. Ultimately, we have to decide if the
pros outweigh the cons. It is impossible to stay 3. https://www.forbes.com/sites/
bryanrobinson/2020/01/23/10-tips-on-
competitive whilst using traditional practices in how-to-make-your-workplace-your-happy-
a modern world. place/#7c40b3e51835