EPISODE · Nov 20, 2024 · 51 MIN
Is working remotely worth it?
from Net Net · host Lizzy Marie, Lissa Lumutenga
Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of working remotely. While remote work offers flexibility and the comfort of home, it also comes with unexpected expenses and challenges. Working from home, which took off exponentially during the global pandemic in 2020, can mean increased utility bills, blurred boundaries between work and personal life, and more. Main Topics 00:00 Introduction 01:06 Running the Numbers Segment 03:14 Personal Experiences with Remote Work 13:46 Challenges and Downsides 19:01 Technological and Ergonomic Considerations 23:39 Social and Professional Costs 26:56 Work Life Balance 29:58 Hybrid Work Models 32:35 Work Culture and Team Building 36:41 Geographic Flexibility 46:21 20 Cents Segment References for Statistics https://www.uscareerinstitute.edu/blog/50-eye-opening-remote-work-statistics-for-2024 https://data.yelp.com/remote-work-report-2024 https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/37-9-percent-of-advanced-degree-holders-teleworked-in-october-2023.htm https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/remote-work-statistics/ Co-Hosts Lizzy Marie, CAIA, is a strategist, alternative investments expert, and a founding partner of Pursuit Funds. Follow Lizzy: Instagram | TikTok Lissa Lumutenga, CFP®, AFC®, is a personal finance expert and content creator. Follow Lissa: YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn Credits ► Produced by Lizzy Marie and Lissa Lumutenga ► Artwork by Lizzy Marie ► Music by Lissa Lumutenga, Net Net Podcast “Theme Song” Talk to us Hit us up, let us know what you think: IS IT WORTH IT? 💸 DM us on Instagram: @netnetpodcast Email us at [email protected] Disclaimer This podcast is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only, and should not be constituted as financial advice or any other kind of professional advice. Views and opinions are our own, and Net Net Podcast does not serve as a substitute for personalized financial guidance tailored to your specific situation. Remember to always do YOUR own research, consult a professional as needed, and feel empowered to make your own decisions!
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Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of working remotely. While remote work offers flexibility and the comfort of home, it also comes with unexpected expenses and challenges. Working from home, which took off exponentially during the global pandemic in 2020, can mean increased utility bills, blurred boundaries between work and personal life, and more.
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