Working from Home
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In a recent article by BusinessTech, Hermanus, which was previously viewed as a holiday destination, a weekend getaway or a retirement option, was named as one of the towns on the Whale Coast which have benefited from the shift to coastal and platteland living. People are definitely re-evaluating their priorities and preferred lifestyle. Be it a less complicated life or simply moving their 10-year plan up; the possibility has become a reality and is now within reach, especially in light of the significantly reduced interest rate to an almost 50-year low.
This makes the 'home on the range' or working-from-home concept very appealing as an option to stay economically active and having the best of both worlds in a beautiful and peaceful environment. Hermanus is under two hours' drive from Cape Town Central and surrounding areas such as Stellenbosch, Paarl and the Southern Suburbs.
In addition, there are plenty of properties that lend themselves perfectly to a working from home office environment while allowing for a balanced work-life scenario. Whether it is a seafront property, one perched on a mountain or in a quiet neighbourhood, Hermanus offers a wide variety to choose from.
There are important factors to consider in order to make an informed decision before taking the plunge and setting up your home office. Some people will struggle to focus and can get distracted by the sounds and activities of a busy home, whether it be babies, small children or your beloved four-legged friend! Staying motivated when you are used to feeding off the energy of colleagues as well as overworking are some of the challenges to overcome and to bear in mind.
On the plus side, working from home allows for flexible schedules, less commuting and time saving as a result thereof. Not to mention huge savings on fuel, car maintenance, parking fees and a professional wardrobe. The savings though, are not just for the employee, but also for the employer who benefits from not having to provide the infrastructure as a long-term cost saving. Furthermore, a customized office ergonomically set up as per the users' preferences, results in fewer interruptions and increased productivity.
Post Covid-19, we have more certainty of what working remotely entails. Whether you were previously exposed to such an option, or forced to do so during Covid-19, it has become increasingly clear that people can be focused, and productive by working remotely. If terms like zoom, hangout, content collaboration project and work tools, video conferencing and webinars were strange and out there, now is the time to embrace these tools that can offer you a lifestyle in an environment of your choice.
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