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Juliana
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What are the benefits of working in an office?
What are the benefits of working in an office?
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Janice Ng
Product Manager
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San Francisco, California
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Definitely getting to meet your co-workers and have more genuine conversations whether its at lunch or while you're getting coffee. It's a good way to meet new people in the same industry as you, mostly when you're a new grad.
I am really grateful you took the time to answer this question.
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Bria Beduya , CMP
Global Event Production
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Long Beach, California
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Hello!
The benefits can vary depending on the role but some that I general see is that it's a great way to foster relationships, strengthen communication and ideal for group projects that require a lot of real time collaboration. When you're in person you naturally start to pickup and learn more about your teammates and foster a sense of culture that gives your team, company and yourself a bit of identity. I found that within that identity it's strengthened our accountability to one another and the quality of work we produce. Lastly, it's also great to see people in person when the last few year's we've maybe been more spread out and distant from one another, it's been so refreshing and revitalizing!
The benefits can vary depending on the role but some that I general see is that it's a great way to foster relationships, strengthen communication and ideal for group projects that require a lot of real time collaboration. When you're in person you naturally start to pickup and learn more about your teammates and foster a sense of culture that gives your team, company and yourself a bit of identity. I found that within that identity it's strengthened our accountability to one another and the quality of work we produce. Lastly, it's also great to see people in person when the last few year's we've maybe been more spread out and distant from one another, it's been so refreshing and revitalizing!
Jim Van Arsdale
International Banking Field Lead
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Green Brook Township, NJ
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Jim’s Answer
There are many benefits to in-office working. If you are interested in expanding your career, being in the office helps for networking. It also will give you a better understanding of the corporate culture and allows you to continue to build on important people skills.
If your job is less social and more task oriented, these may be less important. Also in today’s times, it may make you a more marketable candidate since many companies are trying to fill office space.
If your job is less social and more task oriented, these may be less important. Also in today’s times, it may make you a more marketable candidate since many companies are trying to fill office space.
Maria R
Career Counselor
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San Francisco, California
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Maria’s Answer
As a new-entry professional (i.e. someone right out of college), working in the "office space" can provide quick turnaround times for answering questions and creating opportunities to know colleagues in real-time. By knowing who people are, seeing if work attire is formal or casual, how the office operates daily, engaging in office activities and impromptu conversations, are some ways that build "office culture." One factor to consider when choosing a job is the type of work setting that helps you thrive: slow-paced, fast/busy, on-site, hybrid, sitting at a desk, being outside 50% of the time, traveling 70% of the time, etc... The physical requirements/setting of a job description is as important to consider as the qualifications to assess what works best for you and your abilities.
Leanne Jory 📘 Strategic Storyteller
Employee Communications
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London, England, United Kingdom
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Being part of an office environment fosters meaningful connections with individuals, including those who aren't necessarily part of your immediate team. Casual conversations by the coffee machine or in the corridors en route to meetings often spark the beginning of fresh professional bonds. In some cases, these connections may bloom into lifelong friendships through shared work experiences.
Moreover, an office setting tends to enhance learning opportunities compared to remote work. Whether you're delivering a presentation to a room packed with colleagues or engaging in a brainstorming session armed with whiteboards and flip charts, the experience is more engaging. There's more energy to absorb and observe.
It's helpful to gain experience in a hybrid manner, balancing both in-office and remote work. Many employers are now offering this flexible or hybrid work model, and it's fantastic to have that adaptability.
Currently, I mostly work from home, which I thoroughly enjoy. However, I believe that launching a career solely via remote work could pose challenges and occasionally feel a tad isolated. Therefore, it's beneficial to experience the best of both worlds.
Moreover, an office setting tends to enhance learning opportunities compared to remote work. Whether you're delivering a presentation to a room packed with colleagues or engaging in a brainstorming session armed with whiteboards and flip charts, the experience is more engaging. There's more energy to absorb and observe.
It's helpful to gain experience in a hybrid manner, balancing both in-office and remote work. Many employers are now offering this flexible or hybrid work model, and it's fantastic to have that adaptability.
Currently, I mostly work from home, which I thoroughly enjoy. However, I believe that launching a career solely via remote work could pose challenges and occasionally feel a tad isolated. Therefore, it's beneficial to experience the best of both worlds.
Hailey Hamilton
Nurse
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Canton, Georgia
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Hailey’s Answer
I found many advantages to working in medical offices. Typically office jobs and Monday through Friday. We were closed for most holidays and closed for severe weather.
Kelly Harrison
Director, Managing Editor, Newsroom
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New York, New York
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Kelly’s Answer
Working in an office also affords a wonderful opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of how your business works. You're able to observe the different pieces that bring a company together and become a more efficient and effective practitioner!
Consie Morgan-Sanders
Billing Manager
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West Palm Beach, Florida
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Consie’s Answer
Hello Juliana,
Working together in a shared physical environment promotes team-bonding exercises, fostering a feeling of togetherness and unity among staff members. The cornerstone of any organization is nurturing strong relationships. The office environment simplifies the process of meeting new people and forming meaningful connections, making it a vital aspect of any successful organization.
Working together in a shared physical environment promotes team-bonding exercises, fostering a feeling of togetherness and unity among staff members. The cornerstone of any organization is nurturing strong relationships. The office environment simplifies the process of meeting new people and forming meaningful connections, making it a vital aspect of any successful organization.
Thank you!
Juliana