What do you miss in a remote work environment compared to an office culture?

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When I work abroad, I miss having fun with my colleagues in the office.

Priyanka Saini · Accepted Answer

Discipline :(

Priyanka Saini · Answer

@marvin_maendle My own bad habits.  It's too easy to access work anytime. Whenever I get any free time, I think, "Let’s not waste time and complete tasks." As a result, I end up overworking, which isn't good. Anytime an idea pops into my mind, I start working on it. These kinds of imbalances are common in remote work, but there's no doubt I enjoy it a lot.

Cara (Borenstein) Marin · Answer

Quick ad-hoc collaboration!

Ashley from Shadow · Answer

The free coffee and snacks!! Oh and of course my colleagues 😉 I promise I miss them more than the snacks haha

Gurkaran Singh · Answer

Hey there! Gurkaran Singh here, diving into the discussion. When it comes to remote work versus office culture, one thing I definitely miss is those spontaneous water cooler chats and office banter that keeps the day interesting. As much as virtual hangouts try to replicate it, there's just something about the in-person energy that's hard to beat. But hey, on the bright side, at least the commute from my bed to the "office" is a lot shorter now! 😄 #RemoteWorkStruggles #OfficeVibes #TechLife

Julia Engelsmann · Answer

my colleagues as well! They are really great

Marvin Mändle · Answer

@alex_couture I agree. We are here to solve that problem in the remote world btw.

Haywood Office Services · Answer

In a remote work environment, I miss the spontaneous interactions and camaraderie that come with an office culture. There's a sense of community and collaboration that's harder to replicate virtually. I also miss the clear boundaries between work and home life, as remote work can blur these lines. Additionally, I miss the in-person meetings and discussions, which often lead to more creative and effective problem-solving. Overall, while remote work offers flexibility, it can lack the social aspects and sense of belonging that office culture provides.visit us for specializes in high-quality office furniture that combines style and functionality to enhance productivity.

thereliableguy · Answer

Unplanned but important interactions!

Alex Couture · Answer

Socializing and getting to know like-minded people. I know I work with exceptional people and I'm sure there is more to work in their life.

Marvin Mändle · Answer

@aravindc1691 yes, spontaneous is difficult in the virtual world.

Viola Schoell · Answer

Working remotely can sometimes feel a bit lonely. I miss my colleagues and the casual conversations during short breaks.

Carlos Aponte · Answer

Human interaction. While my company operates efficiently in a mostly remote setup, the casual conversations with colleagues, random brainstorming sessions, and spontaneous interactions are just not there anymore. When remote, you probably won't call one or two people to just share a quick comment; that same comment would likely have been shared effortlessly in an office setting.

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All good, but I sometimes struggle to manage my time at home.

Marvin Mändle · Answer

@stash_new yes, that is much harder in the remote world.

What do you miss in a remote work environment compared to an office culture?

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