Working from home increases stress
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Nearly 54 percent of workers say they feel “more stressed” during the most recent outbreak compared to last year as working from home raises its own challenges, a survey found. A third of respondents receive no mental health support from their companies although they consider this important, a survey by Ho Chi Minh City-based recruitment company Adecco revealed.
Top concerns are safety from Covid-19, long-term financial viability and job security, and career prospects said the survey, which polled 650 respondents nationwide.
Employees also worry about their mental and physical health and the consumption of too much information during the stay-at-home period.
“Besides following directives from the government, leaders should listen to the needs and concerns of their employees to provide timely support,” said Andree Mangels, general director of Adecco Vietnam.
The top requests from workers concerning mental health support are allowing greater work flexibility and promoting healthy a work-life balance.
The survey also found 82 percent of respondents prefer working from home to coming to the office, and they want to spend at least 50 percent of their work hours at home even after the pandemic.
Eight out of ten Gen X respondents (41-56 years old) agree that their managers trust them to get the job done while working remotely. The ratio for Gen Z (under 25 years old) is 67 percent.
The top challenges when working from home are issues with teamwork and communication, distractions, and maintaining motivation.
Respondents also expect support from their companies while working from home. The top requests are monthly allowances, home office setup reimbursements, and flexible working hours.
Questions & Answers
Q.What are the main worries workers have during the current outbreak?
What are the main worries workers have during the current outbreak?
Workers are most concerned about safety from Covid-19, their long-term financial viability, and job security. They also worry about career prospects, their mental and physical health, and consuming too much information while staying at home.
Q.What support do employees want from their companies regarding mental health?
What support do employees want from their companies regarding mental health?
Employees primarily want greater flexibility in their work arrangements. They also request that their companies promote a healthy balance between their work and personal lives to support their mental well-being during this period.
Q.How do different generations feel about their managers trusting them to work remotely?
How do different generations feel about their managers trusting them to work remotely?
Eight out of ten Gen X respondents, aged 41-56, believe their managers trust them to complete tasks remotely. For Gen Z workers, who are under 25, the proportion who feel their managers trust them is 67 percent.
Q.What challenges do employees face when working from home?
What challenges do employees face when working from home?
The main challenges employees encounter while working from home include issues with teamwork and effective communication. They also struggle with distractions in their home environment and maintaining their motivation to work effectively.
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