It’s another challenging week for employees, students, and the public in general as we are now faced with a whole week of a transportation strike.
We understand the emotions and the cries of the public transport on why they chose to do this, however, the impact will be most felt by the public in all areas.
For us working-from-home professionals, this may not be a big issue, as we do not need to commute to go to work.
When a transport strike occurs, working from home can have several advantages for employees who have the option to do so. Here are some benefits of working from home during a transport strike:
1. Avoiding transportation disruptions: Working from home eliminates the need to commute, which means that we can avoid transportation disruptions caused by the strike.
2. Saving time: Since we don’t have to commute, we can use that time to focus on work or other activities. This increases our productivity and reduces stress levels.
3. Saving money: Working from home also helps us save money on transportation costs, such as gas, tolls, and parking.
4. Maintaining work-life balance: As we work from home, we have more control over our schedule and can more easily balance our work and personal responsibilities.
5. Maintaining safety: During a transport strike, there may be safety concerns associated with using alternative modes of transportation or walking long distances. Working from home can help us avoid these risks and keeps us safe.
Employers who have the ability to offer flexible work arrangements during times of transportation disruption can help reduce stress and support their employees.
