For a long time, the concept of work-life balance seemed like a far-fetched myth; All it took was a global pandemic and subsequent government-imposed lockdowns to show employers that their employees could work remotely and still get the job done.
In fact, studies show that remote employees work more hours total than those who work in the office for part of the week or all week — telecommuters spend an average of 8.7 extra hours per week compared to office colleagues who average 6.5 extra hours.
Post-pandemic, a large number of organizations have come to terms with the idea that flexible working conditions should always be a constant.
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And research shows that adopting a more flexible approach to where we work has not only improved work-life balance, but our mental and physical health as well.
However, for some remote workers, true flexibility isn’t just about physical location. There is a growing shift towards non-linear or asynchronous working methods, which essentially allow remote workers to work on their own schedule, rather than following the traditional 9-5 model.
What is a nonlinear workday?
The premise of a non-linear workflow is simple: remote employees focus on outcomes rather than the tasks they must complete by a certain date or time, eg achieving weekly or even monthly targets, or increasing quarterly revenue rather than focusing on projects or workflow. daily.
Why do some employees ask for it?
From parents who want more time to spend with their kids during the day to a marathon runner who needs to train for up to three hours, nonlinear work allows employees to divide up their days, manage their own schedules, and fit work around the things that matter to them.
Variety workers may also benefit from nerves; People with ADHD often find that they are more productive at night, and therefore sleep later in the morning.
What are the pros and cons and which companies are open to change?
The benefits of nonlinear work are numerous: not only does it enable employees to work when they are most productive, it gives team members the autonomy to do so. And while some employers may balk at the idea of giving their employees a free hand, nonlinear work can make teams more efficient, allow employees to thrive and often show more dedication and discipline toward their work.
However, there are some challenges that cannot be overlooked. Nonlinear work requires organization and communication, especially if teams need a single member to complete a task before the last piece of work begins. There’s also the risk of disengagement, which is something all remote workers can experience when they don’t see team members face-to-face on a regular basis or by doing regular check-ins.
The good news is that many organizations are already inclined to the idea of non-linear work, and for good reason: according to a recent study, 37% of European employees are ready to refuse a job if flexible working hours are not offered, and only more than two-thirds (69%) would accept a pay cut for Flexible working hours.
Are you looking for true flexibility when it comes to work/life balance? Explore three jobs below that offer flexible hours.
Database Development Operations Engineer, Salesforce, Dublin
Salesforce is the global leader in customer relationship management (CRM) software and has pioneered the shift to cloud computing. It also offers its employees flexible work locations stating on the company’s website that in “our always-connected world, it no longer makes sense to expect employees to work eight-hour days and successfully do their jobs.”
Salesforce Dublin is hiring a Database DevOps Engineer with a strong database and general cloud background to work with a team responsible for architecting, designing, developing and testing next generation relational database management systems (RDBMS). Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering, cloud certification, and experience with related cloud technologies. See the full job description here.
Data Engineer – Python, HUMAN CAPiTAL, Amsterdam
HUMAN CAPiTAL is hiring a Data Engineer – Python for a client based in Amsterdam who specializes in creating software used by healthcare organizations that help medical personnel calculate and reduce the risk of infection after surgery. In this role, you will maintain and enhance the internal data warehouse and create data streams to aid the work of data scientists. You will create and maintain ETL components, create tests to automate data integrity checks, resolve issues around data availability and integrity, and manage and monitor data collection procedures.
In addition to the option of remote or hybrid working models, this role also offers flexible working hours. You will need a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science, proficiency in Python and SQL along with knowledge of Linux, and excellent written and verbal English. Apply here.
Azure Operations Specialist, Rencore, Munich or remotely
Working with the rest of the IT Operations team, the Azure Operations Specialist will be tasked with managing Rencore’s cloud infrastructure by planning and deploying continuous cloud systems while maintaining a security and optimization perspective that aligns with the architecture requirements of the wider product and business team. plans. The ideal candidate will have experience building and maintaining Microsoft Azure cloud platforms and technology solutions. Experience with PowerShell is a plus. You will also get the option to work from Munich or remotely with flexible working hours. See more details here.
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