They could use that time far more productively working at home. They could also spend more time with their family and get involved with the community. Working at home does require some self-discipline and some people fear being isolated. But I have never found that a problem - quite the opposite. Companies are also able to reduce expensive office costs and they also get the chance to hold onto and recruit good staff from all over the country.
Teleworking is a trend that is definitely going to grow.
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