Home and remote workplaces

Rent, utilities and other office costs can add up to a considerable amount.

This must of course be offset by income. A home office can significantly reduce these expenses.

Working from home and remotely can also offer tax advantages. Most home workers can write off at least part of the utilities (internet, hardware, part of the rent, etc.) against tax.

Employees who work from home have fewer expenses. This could possibly affect the salary to be paid.

If you have customers in different time zones, it is your job to adapt your schedule to their availability. With a home office, it’s easier to “meet” with your clients outside of business hours; disappearing into your home office for an hour is much more convenient than traveling to your office.

Salaried employees are often more willing to work at more unusual times. Depending on how time-critical your work is, many home and remote workers can choose their own working hours. This often leads to increased employee satisfaction.

A fancy space at a prestigious address can initially impress potential clients. In the end, however, every company is judged on the quality of its services and products. When you don’t have to invite a lot of clients over, a home office can give you the opportunity to provide great services.

A regular office limits the type of changes that can be made to the space. If a move is necessary, some or all of these customisations may be lost. With a home office, this problem is minimized.

Many people are worried that they will lack self-discipline and concentration if they work from home. While this concern has some merit, it’s worth remembering that your paycheck is based solely on your performance. This is enough motivation for most people, especially if you own your own company.

As employees can often choose their own working hours, negative work pressure is reduced. This increases the satisfaction of your employees and boosts their productivity. Win win.