Webinar on "Remote Working":
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly!
For both employees and employers!
This class is perfect for individuals who:
- Identify as either an employee or an employer;
- Seek to understand the advantages and disadvantages of Remote Working for both parties.
It’s an essential class for those interested!
- The session will address remote working from the perspectives of both the employer and employee.
- Participants will explore the reasons behind differing remote work policies.
- Guidance will be provided on how to effectively discuss remote work flexibility with employers.
This class is available on-demand and accessible anytime! Participants can begin their learning journey immediately after registration!
Key Questions to Consider:
- Will a fully remote or hybrid work model be beneficial?
- Which roles are conducive to working from home?
- Is working from home feasible for certain job tasks?
- What advantages does a company gain by permitting remote work?
- Who gets the opportunity to work remotely?
- Does remote work impact job security and career growth?
- How can individuals present a strong case for remote work to their employers?
Interesting Insights:
- Some employees are granted high levels of trust to work from home.
- Certain positions are specifically structured to support remote work.
In this session, Coach Michael Lin shares invaluable insights!
Topics Covered in This Class:
Participants will learn:
- The evolution of "Working from Home";
- The genuine benefits and drawbacks of remote work;
- Lessons from "The Art of War" as it relates to remote working;
- Employer benefits associated with allowing remote work arrangements.
- Employee benefits when granted the opportunity to work remotely.
- The importance of understanding employer perspectives to enhance negotiation success regarding remote work;
- A crucial yet overlooked issue surrounding remote work that will be discussed for participant benefit.
- The key principle that influences corporate decisions on remote work.
- Roles that are generally unsuitable for remote work.
- How to identify job tasks that are best suited for home versus office environments.
- The primary benefit for employers in offering remote work (which may challenge common perceptions).
- Characteristics of employees who excel in remote work settings;
- The motivation behind employers allowing remote work — the incentives at play.
- Strategies to negotiate remote work arrangements effectively.
- Methods to avoid communication pitfalls when requesting remote work;
- How to frame a compelling argument that makes it hard for employers to refuse.
- Ways to strengthen the negotiation position through strategic insights.
- An inside look at corporate perceptions and strategies regarding employees.
- A category of knowledge workers for whom remote working is typically discouraged — reasons why.
- Conditions under which remote working could be detrimental.
- Maximizing benefits from remote/hybrid arrangements.
- The pros and cons of video conferencing technology and how to leverage it effectively without dependency.
After completing this class, participants will be equipped to:
- Obtain a well-rounded perspective on Remote Working for both employees and employers;
- Capitalize on the benefits of Remote Working while minimizing potential drawbacks;
- Utilize technology to enhance remote work effectiveness.