It’s no secret that the workplace is changing. Faster than ever, the typical 9-to-5 job is becoming obsolete. In its place, a more flexible and unstructured workday model is emerging. Thanks to technological advancements, there’s no longer any need to slouch over a desk for eight consecutive hours a day.

 It’s called the “drop-in revolution.” It’s a new workplace ethic built around empowering workers so that they can perform their best. It’s liberating, it’s compromising, and it’s also the biggest threat to the 9-to-5 workweek standard we’ve ever seen. Want to find out why? Read on for our top four reasons why the modern economy is ditching the 9-to-5.

Personalized Time Scheduling

Face it, not all of us are cut out for the 9-to-5 work model. If you’re a night owl, you know exactly what we mean. The truth is that many of us are naturally inclined to be productive later in the day. As a consequence, the morning and early afternoon hours aren’t always our most productive. By contrast, remote workers can set their schedule to suit their individual needs.

Remote workers, or “telecommuters,” also save time on their daily commute. Rather than sitting in traffic, or waiting around for the bus, remote workers have the luxury of working from wherever is most convenient for them. This can be anywhere from a coworking space to their kitchen table.

Increased Job Satisfaction

Even the phrase “9-to-5” feels tedious and conventional. More than ever, many of us are looking to coworking spaces and remote working to break free from the stuffiness of the typical workweek slog. And there’s data to back this up. According to Forbes, remote workers note feeling happier and more valued than standard office workers.

Greater Travel Flexibility

Unused vacation time is at an all-time high. For fear of falling behind, the “grind culture” of a standard 9-to-5 interferes with an employee’s ability to take time off. The beauty of remote working is that it allows workers to combine work and play effectively. This is because remote workers can develop their projects wherever they please—even when they’re laid back with their toes in the sand.

Improved Efficiency

These days, employers no longer trust the number of hours spent in the office to be an indication of productivity. Instead, performance metrics and KPIs are the new benchmarks for contract workers, freelancers, remote workers, and yes, even office staff. By transitioning to a remote workplace, workers are evaluated according to their results rather than the number they punch on a time clock. 

Curious About Remote Working?   

At Project Spaces, we’re here to help you smoothen your transition into the new economy. Our spaces provide a fun and collaborative environment for contractors, remote workers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs to work on their professional projects, and make great connections while doing so.

If you want to take your workspace to the next level, we recommend booking a tour of one of our two downtown Toronto coworking spaces today. Or, give us a call at (416) 304-9014.