Remote Jobs Available but Nobody Wants + Companion Animal Policies for Employees

While We Were Working: Human Resources Advice and Workplace Tech Insights for The HR Practitioner Community

Summary

This episode of ‘While We Were Working,’ Joey and Sommer delve into the world of remote jobs that prove unpopular and challenging to fill. They explore the reasons behind the unpopularity of specific work-from-home roles, shedding light on the difficulties in hiring for customer support positions. The duo also examines the concept of pet policies within organizations and the significant role pets play in employees’ lives. Practical considerations for implementing pet policies and the benefits of partnering with Jumpstart HR are also tackled in this insightful episode.

Takeaways

• Some remote jobs are unpopular and difficult to fill, even in the current work-from-home trend.
• The unpopularity of certain jobs may be due to factors such as limited access to personal devices and lack of clear career progression.
• Employers should consider addressing challenges in hiring by reevaluating their employer brand and commitment to growth.
• Implementing pet policies in organizations can improve employee experience and show support for employees’ personal lives.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Overview
01:21
Discussion on Remote Jobs
02:51
Unpopular Jobs and Difficulty in Filling Positions
04:08
Reasons for Unpopularity of Work from Home Jobs
07:19
Challenges in Customer Support Roles
08:47
Addressing Challenges in Hiring
09:46
Adapting to Changing Needs of Workers
10:58
Introduction to Consultants Corner
11:42
Discussion on Pet Policies in Organizations
12:57
Importance of Pets in Employees’ Lives
15:52
Implementing Pet Policies in Organizations
20:46
Practical Considerations for Pet Policies
24:11
Benefits of Working with Jumpstart HR
25:43
Conclusion