dancingtongue · 80-89, M
That's too narrowly defining the issues at play, imho. First of all, I would leave creativity out. Creativity occurs in different ways for different individuals. Granted, group brainstorming sessions are helpful in generating out-of-the-box solutions but this can be done in group chats, Zoom meetings. And for many people, solitude and being alone lends itself best to creativity.
Socially, it undoubtedly had some impact imho in helping them avoid necessary socialization. But they tended already to be into their cellphones, videogames, streaming, etc.; being able to avoid the worksite all together just exacerbated the problem. Those with no desire to interact socially probably already were in jobs, fields where they could do most, if not, all the work remotely.
I think the broader questions are what is best for the employer, the work product/group, and the workers. And as usual, I don't think the answer is all remote or all back in the office. It will vary by industry, by function, and in most cases be a hybrid blend. A lot of lip service was given prior to the pandemic about achieving a healthy balance between workplace and family life. The pandemic flipped the focus 180 degrees to give us a look from the opposite side. Now there is the opportunity to examine the best and worst features of both and mix & match for the best results.
Socially, it undoubtedly had some impact imho in helping them avoid necessary socialization. But they tended already to be into their cellphones, videogames, streaming, etc.; being able to avoid the worksite all together just exacerbated the problem. Those with no desire to interact socially probably already were in jobs, fields where they could do most, if not, all the work remotely.
I think the broader questions are what is best for the employer, the work product/group, and the workers. And as usual, I don't think the answer is all remote or all back in the office. It will vary by industry, by function, and in most cases be a hybrid blend. A lot of lip service was given prior to the pandemic about achieving a healthy balance between workplace and family life. The pandemic flipped the focus 180 degrees to give us a look from the opposite side. Now there is the opportunity to examine the best and worst features of both and mix & match for the best results.
TinyViolins · 31-35, M
I haven't seen an empirical approach to this issue, but hearing from seasoned office workers and managers, the consensus seems to be a resounding 'yes'.
They claim that a lot of younger workers are lacking the 'culture' of work, that includes e-mail etiquette, knowing proper communication channels, which issues fall under whose purview, asking for help/advice, and just general learning from those with more experience.
I don't work remotely so I don't have personal experience with this, but it comes up in the circles I follow and this is always agreed upon
They claim that a lot of younger workers are lacking the 'culture' of work, that includes e-mail etiquette, knowing proper communication channels, which issues fall under whose purview, asking for help/advice, and just general learning from those with more experience.
I don't work remotely so I don't have personal experience with this, but it comes up in the circles I follow and this is always agreed upon
It takes a global pandemic for us to demonstrate that we can provide the facilities to enable the disabled to actually work from home, where they are able to control their environment effectively.
I feel like working from home has opened up more doors for those people, even if other people might require longer to train into a new position remotely... it's a small price to pay considering how so many work places went so long trying to force autistic people to work in the same way as everyone else. Now the neuro typical world gets to see just how hard it is to work in an environment that is stacked against you from day one.
I feel like working from home has opened up more doors for those people, even if other people might require longer to train into a new position remotely... it's a small price to pay considering how so many work places went so long trying to force autistic people to work in the same way as everyone else. Now the neuro typical world gets to see just how hard it is to work in an environment that is stacked against you from day one.
OogieBoogie · F
I 🤔 nk its a double edged sword.
Its like this place: it can be very helpful and supportive and funny......but it can also be cruel, meaningless and mentally unhealthy.
I think for some, remote working is a godsend, i think for others its just enabling a reclusive lifestyle and limiting learning.
Its how you use it and incorporate it into your life.
Its like this place: it can be very helpful and supportive and funny......but it can also be cruel, meaningless and mentally unhealthy.
I think for some, remote working is a godsend, i think for others its just enabling a reclusive lifestyle and limiting learning.
Its how you use it and incorporate it into your life.
bijouxbroussard · F
No. It was a useful solution during difficult times. Consider this: every other aspect of life was already being conducted in front of a computer screen, with games, social media, even dating apps, long before the pandemic, when working remotely became an option.
Harm, socially and creativity-wise ?
Methinks that ship has sailed.
Harm, socially and creativity-wise ?
Methinks that ship has sailed.
Londonguy23 · 51-55, M
Yes, socail skills are on the decline. We are animals ultimately and need the interaction ultimately.
DeWayfarer · 61-69, M
The young usually don't have remote jobs.
They usually haven't built enough responsibility to have those types of jobs.
How are they going to get those jobs if they don't have the education for those jobs? 🤷🏻♂
If they are young they are uneducated as well. And should be in school learning.
They usually haven't built enough responsibility to have those types of jobs.
How are they going to get those jobs if they don't have the education for those jobs? 🤷🏻♂
If they are young they are uneducated as well. And should be in school learning.
daaaan2000 · M
Nope, assuming it's not 100% remote
No