In France, teleworking is steadily gaining traction, with 16.7% of workers now doing so more than one day a week. Yet this adoption lags behind European neighbors, where remote work remains somewhat stigmatized. A recent Stanford University study, however, provides compelling evidence that teleworking benefits both employees and employers alike.
Business journalist Geoffrey James calls teleworking the ultimate management strategy. It boosts company revenue while making employees feel more valued than their office-based counterparts. James cites a Harvard Business Review study from a Chinese call center, where remote workers handled 13.5% more calls. This edge appeals to employers, and remote staff report higher life satisfaction, leading to longer tenures. Stanford's research further notes reduced sick leave—teleworking cuts stress and curbs office illness spread. If you've been considering asking your boss, the data makes a strong case.
