PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • April 7, 2021
With vaccinations on the rise, employers are now weighing whether to reopen offices. They shouldn’t forget what we’ve learned. For most, working from home was an adjustment at first. But as the months went on, it became clear that most office work can be done efficiently and effectively from home, while leaving employees more satisfied with their jobs. It also made them healthier. The pandemic showed us that most workers don’t have to be tied to a desk to get things done, and if you give them a little freedom, you’ll get more satisfied and productive employees in return. If enough employers listen, then we’ll get cleaner air, too, and take a big step toward eliminating carbon emissions.