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Back to back Zoom meetings may be useful at checking up on employees , but can be time consuming and unproductive. Reuters
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The majority of workers favour a 'hybrid' model that allows them to either work from home or in the office. Getty
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Many employers said the main challenge is ensuring staff can show they are productive long-term
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Workers in all sectors, from government to private, are finding their bosses are more open to full or part-time working from home
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Working from home has its challenges, with the need for a proper work space and a routine - include healthy eating. Getty Images
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Workplace experts say some people struggle to remain productive while working from home. Getty
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And for some it leads to feelings of isolation. Bloomberg
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Back to back Zoom meetings may be useful at checking up on employees , but can be time consuming and unproductive. Reuters
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The majority of workers favour a 'hybrid' model that allows them to either work from home or in the office. Getty
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Many employers said the main challenge is ensuring staff can show they are productive long-term
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Workers in all sectors, from government to private, are finding their bosses are more open to full or part-time working from home
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Working from home has its challenges, with the need for a proper work space and a routine - include healthy eating. Getty Images
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Workplace experts say some people struggle to remain productive while working from home. Getty
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And for some it leads to feelings of isolation. Bloomberg
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Back to back Zoom meetings may be useful at checking up on employees , but can be time consuming and unproductive. Reuters
Working from anywhere is here to stay, says boss of Majid Al Futtaim
Alain Bejjani also predicted business travel will never go back to how it once was
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Georgia Tolley
01 July, 2021
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