Working from home reduces stress? Or does it increase it?
There are those in smart working he feels at ease, and finds himself super productive, and those who struggle to find motivation and organize themselves, thus increasing the pressure of the things to do that accumulate.
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It is not always easy to understand how much tenacity, organization and method it takes to stay focused with all the temptations around us, outside the office.
There are those who get distracted too easily, those who are not used to managing their time and those who spend that time scrolling through the Facebook news feed.
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On the other hand though working from home allows you to be more flexible, And better manage their personal and professional life.
So, to go back to the starting point: does smart working reduce stress?
The answer comes from a scientific study.
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It all depends on your personality
According to a study conducted in late 2018 by Baylor University, working from home is not for everyone; indeed it is a method suitable almost exclusively for those with certain personalities.
The researchers found that the most suitable employees to work from home were the ones they had autonomy, ability to work well independently, and even some emotional stability.
By examining the work of more than 400 workers, the researchers measured each person's levels of tension (analyzed in the form of fatigue and dissatisfaction), but also autonomy and emotional stability at work.
They concluded that those who had scored higher in these last two characteristics also had more likely to be successful in remote job positions.
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Smart working: more or less stress?
The study concluded that working from home, for the right people, can increase productivity and reduce stress.
People who work from home are facilitated eat healthily and to find a better work-life balance. Consequently, eating healthier and having more time to spend with family and friends can help feel less stressed, which will make a happier and more productive working day.
Another study, dating back to 2011 and conducted by Staples, highlighted how employees working from home had reported a 25% lower stress level than to those who went to the office on a daily basis.
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