The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way we do a lot of things, like socializing and grocery shopping.
How we work was impacted too, as remote jobs are now a normal part of the work culture.
Where one chooses to work is not limited by geography as it once was.
A2022 employee engagement reportpublished by FlexJobs found that 48% of employees worked remotely or in a hybrid model.
That is a lot of Zoom meetings and Slack message correspondence.
Windowed work is an alternative to the standard 9 to 5 schedule.
It can be the answer to improved productivity and reduced stress during the workday.
A win-win for employers and employees.
It also incorporates deadlines for completion and progress so all coworkers are on the same page.
Jennifer Dennard implements windowed work at her company, Range.
This system of work allows individuals to optimize their schedule without the constraint of a 9 to 5 shift.
A2020 surveyconducted by global human resources firm Robert Half found flexible schedulesincreased productivity working from home.
Creating a system for individualized work can also strengthen company-employee relationships.
It builds trust that work will be completed well and efficiently without micromanaging.
Windowed work is a job change that improves life in and out of the office or Zoom call.
