What was a drawback of remote work for some employees?
Before 2020, working from home was a privilege granted to a minority. After millions were obliged to try it, many discovered both its benefits and its costs. Employees saved commuting time and gained flexibility, but some felt isolated and found it hard to separate work from home life. Employers saw that many tasks could be done without an office, yet they worried about training new recruits and maintaining a shared culture. Most organisations have now settled on a hybrid model, with staff attending the office for part of the week. How well this works seems to depend less on the number of days than on whether teams agree in advance when they will meet in person and why.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Isolation and difficulty separating work from home
- Step 1: The passage mentions isolation and blurred boundaries.
Answer
Isolation and difficulty separating work from home.
Why not the others: Commuting was saved, flexibility was gained and pay is not mentioned.
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