Category: Telecommuting

Studio Railroad: This Home Office in Washington Is Also a Train

Working with the architect Tom Kundig, a creative director had a crazy idea: Wouldn’t it be cool if you could put your work space on a railroad track?
Do We Know How Many People Are Working From Home?

The New York Times – Business:
New Labor Department numbers indicate that fewer Americans worked remotely last year. But many experts criticize the government’s data collection.
Fathers Gained Family Time in the Pandemic. Many Don’t Want to Give It Back.

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
A substantial share of fathers who took on more domestic work during lockdowns have kept it up, new data shows, and rearranged their work lives to do so.
For Single Mothers, Quitting Can Bring Both Relief and Extra Challenges

The New York Times – Business:
Single moms who chose to quit their jobs have to navigate child care, health insurance and financial concerns largely on their own. But some have also found a sense of relief.
Getting Rid of Remote Work Will Take More Than a Downturn

The New York Times – Business:
As the economy slows, a handful of prominent C.E.O.s have tried to put an end to remote work. But some economists say that even in a cooler labor market, working from home is likely to remain common.
Elon Musk, Management Guru?

The New York Times – Business:
Why the Twitter owner’s ruthless, unsparing style has made him a hero to many bosses in Silicon Valley.
These Young Workers Are ‘Romanticizing’ the Return to Office

The New York Times – Business:
As many others chafe against employer mandates, creators on TikTok — some new to the work force — are trying to show that the office can be fun.
Forget Free Coffee. What Matters Is if Workers Feel Returning Is Worth It.

The New York Times – Business:
Commutes are still painful, readers say. And it’s hard to give up the joys of working from home. But many of those who have gone back to the office say they like it.
For Disabled Workers, a Tight Labor Market Opens New Doors

The New York Times – Business:
With Covid prompting more employers to consider remote arrangements, employment has soared among adults with disabilities.
So You Want to Work Remotely: A Guide

The New York Times – Travel:
As more employers offer flexibility, countries, travel brands and entrepreneurs are stepping in to make working from anywhere easier, with everything from special visas to work pods.