{"id":34629,"date":"2025-11-07T14:28:43","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T03:28:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/?p=34629"},"modified":"2025-11-07T14:28:43","modified_gmt":"2025-11-07T03:28:43","slug":"remote-vs-hybrid-vs-on-site-what-works-best-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/blogs\/remote-vs-hybrid-vs-on-site-what-works-best-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Remote vs Hybrid vs On-site: What Works Best for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Over the past few years, the way Australians work has changed dramatically. What started as emergency responses to pandemic lockdowns has evolved into a lasting shift in how and where we work. A report by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ceda.com.au\/research-and-policy\/research\/economy\/2024wfh-data-update\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA)<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> shows that even after the Covid peak, 36\u202f% of Australians are still regularly working from home.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Remote, hybrid and on-site working conditions each have their pros and cons depending on your lifestyle preferences. But choosing which one you prefer to work in can have a major effect on which career or industry you look to. We\u2019ve broken down the pros and cons of each style and highlighted key trends to help you determine which environment best suits your goals and needs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Remote Work<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With a fully remote work style you\u2019re free to work from anywhere with the requirement of having a stable internet connection.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Pros<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Flexibility: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the main benefits to working from home is the overall flexibility. Many people enjoy the extra control in their work environment and enjoy the time and cost saved on the daily commute. This is beneficial if you live far from the office or your commute is long.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Broader Opportunities: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When you\u2019re able to do your work in a home environment there is less pressure on finding jobs that are in your geographical area. Allowing for employees to look for job that they wouldn\u2019t have access to otherwise.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improves Productivity: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With the additional flexibility that comes with remote work, it can improve productivity in a role. In a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/melbourneinstitute.unimelb.edu.au\/hilda\/publications\/hilda-statistical-reports\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">HILDA report,<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 3 in 5 Aussie respondents indicated the same or better productivity following increased hours working from home. Without the traditional distractions in an office environment, employees can focus on their tasks more effectively. This can be great if you need to have minimal interruptions to focus deeply.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Managing Time Pressures:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> One of the biggest advantages of remote work is the ability to better manage time and personal responsibilities. Without daily commuting, workers <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/melbourneinstitute.unimelb.edu.au\/__data\/assets\/pdf_file\/0008\/4841909\/HILDA_Statistical_Report_2023.pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">report<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> reduced time pressures and helps them better juggle responsibilities like childcare, school drop-offs, or elder care, tasks that are major sources of stress in traditional office schedules.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Cons<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Blurred Boundaries: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Working from home can result in blurred boundaries where you may find that your work may bleed into \u201coff\u201d time. Not everyone experiences improved productivity at home due to their home set-up being too poor or management practices that don\u2019t adapt.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Isolation and Loneliness: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During the pandemic and onwards the working world saw a big spike in workers reporting feelings of loneliness and isolation because of fewer interactions with colleagues. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aihw.gov.au\/mental-health\/topic-areas\/health-wellbeing\/social-isolation-and-loneliness?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">AIHW<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> notes that in 2022, 4.8% of Australians reported <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">never<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> meeting socially.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Technology issues: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Though a remote workstyle can save costs in terms of commute, that spending might need to be put into other areas such as technology. Your home workspace maybe be less ergonomic than your space in the office.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mentoring Gaps:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> While remote work offers flexibility, it can also unintentionally limit career growth opportunities. In traditional office environments, employees benefit from spontaneous conversations, mentorship moments, and informal networking. According to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahri.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/AHRI-Research_Hybrid-Flexible-Working-Practices-in-Australian-Workplaces-in-2023.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Australian HR Institute (AHRI)<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, many organisations struggle to provide junior or early-career employees with the same level of hands-on coaching when teams aren\u2019t physically together.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hybrid Work<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hybrid is a mixed model, some days are working in the office, and some are working from home. This mix of days is sometimes set by your workplace or can be chosen by the employee.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Pros<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improved Retention: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It has become clear in the last few years that people value flexibility. Like the remote workstyle, hybrid allows for people to improve their retention and performance in a role due to the changes in environment. In a recent <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahri.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hybrid-and-Flexible-Working-Report-2025.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">AHRI report<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, they state <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">44% of employers<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> identified \u201chigher employee retention rates\u201d as one of the top advantages of hybrid working.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Best of Both Worlds: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With a hybrid workstyle, workers can be face-to-face when needed and at home other times. This benefit works great with employees who are parents with kids at home as it makes them more easily accessible.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Better Access to Support and Career Development: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With regular in-person interaction, employees can more easily access support from managers and colleagues when they need it. This can improve wellbeing, prevent disengagement, and reduce turnover. Hybrid work is also especially valuable for early-career employees who benefit from informal learning, mentoring, and on-the-job coaching that naturally happens in the office.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Cons<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Can be Inconsistent: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Switching back and forth between home and office days can be troublesome for some people. This can create less predictable schedules and may be hard to keep switching modes when traveling into work.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unequal visibility: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It has been <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahri.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/AHRI-Research_Hybrid-Flexible-Working-Practices-in-Australian-Workplaces-in-2023.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">reported<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> that hybrid work can sometimes lead to remote participants being less visible. Missing out on impromptu decisions and mentoring.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Disconnected teams: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Switching between the home and office can sometimes leave teams feeling disconnected and disadvantaged. With different people being present each day, scheduling and communication can become an issue when working on a project.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On-Site Work<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On-site work is when you\u2019re expected to be in the physical workplace for most of your hours. Jobs that require on-site work are normally ones that more hand on work that cannot be done a home or another place.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Pros<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Stronger Face-to-Face Collaboration: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Being in the office allows for spontaneous innovation and it is easier to build culture and mentor new employees. This can also be seen in company cultures that prefer in-person visibility.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More Predictable Structure: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With a more predictable structure it\u2019s much easier to set work and home boundaries. This gives you the benefit of switching \u201con\u201d or \u201coff\u201d in addition to having a set routine.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Networking and Visibility: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Being in the workplace allows you to connect with leadership and colleagues more directly. This can lead to more opportunities within the workplace and can build your relationships with others.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Cons<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Daily Commute: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s no secret that commutes can be stressful, costly and time-consuming, especially when traveling into major cities. There are also many factors that are out of your control when commuting such as traffic, public transport delays and weather.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Less Flexibility: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With jobs that require to be on-site or is essential to the job, the minimal flexibility can be hard for employees with caregiving responsibilities. This can also result in burnout if your workplace culture expects long work hours.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Feeling Constricted: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In some sectors, on-site work can feel rigid or outdated as employees may feel micromanaged or have less autonomy. With the addition of disruptions such as illness or public transport issues, being on site can feel very stressful and fragile.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hybrid is here to stay, but the rules are still being written<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The latest data in Australia suggests that hybrid working isn\u2019t just a trend. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahri.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/AHRI-Research_Hybrid-Flexible-Working-Practices-in-Australian-Workplaces-in-2023.pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Australian HR Institute (AHRI)<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> found that over 80% of employers expect hybrid work arrangements to either increase or remain stable over the next few years. However, it isn\u2019t going to be without its challenges.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While employees are now preferring flexibility and employers are being made aware of well-being concerns the job market says otherwise. Fully remote roles are less frequently offered than during the height of the pandemic. In addition, some sectors and big employers are pushing for more onsite presence, citing benefits for culture, innovation and collaboration.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Moving forward we\u2019re expecting to see that hybrid working style is going to remain the \u201cbase expectation\u201d for many knowledge-worker jobs. Their policies will become more formalised, with core \u201cin office days and clearer expectations.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Meanwhile, jobs in industries that already require being on-site may adopt hybrid practices where possible for admin or planning work.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How to choose the best one for you<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When looking the different workstyles and the roles within them, it can be hard to decide which one will be the most beneficial of you. Below we\u2019ve listed some questions to ask yourself.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What does your job really require? Do you need to have face-to-face meetings?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How much autonomy \/ self-discipline do you have?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What kind of work environment energises you?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What are your commute \/ cost \/ wellbeing trade-offs?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What are your employer expectations?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When thinking about your preferred workstyle, think about your priorities; well-being, growth, visibility, cost (time and money), flexibility and what your work requires.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The way we work in Australia has changed for good, and that change is still evolving. Remote, hybrid and on-site work each come with clear benefits and challenges, and the truth is, there\u2019s no one-size-fits-all answer. The right working style depends on your lifestyle, career stage, personal priorities and the nature of your job.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re looking for a role with a different working style, contact the team at Fuse recruitment to organise a talk about your career.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Over the past few years, the way Australians work has changed dramatically. What started as emergency responses to pandemic lockdowns has evolved into a lasting shift in how and where we work. A report by Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) shows that even after the Covid peak, 36\u202f% of Australians are still regularly&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":34633,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","footnotes":""},"categories":[1,111],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-34629","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-all_blogs","category-job-seeker"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34629","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/users\/21"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=34629"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34629\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":34635,"href":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34629\/revisions\/34635"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/media\/34633"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=34629"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=34629"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=34629"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}