Whether and how home office work can have an impact on job performance taking into regard the personality of the individual. Do you have any recommendations for research?
Remote work provides the ability to focus and maintain a very productive work environment free from distractions. This type of work arrangement suits people with a more introverted personality very well and can also be beneficial for those with an extroverted disposition. The latter may need to pursue more interactions via virtual discussion and online correspondence to maintain feelings of connection with their peers. If you have the requisite skills and feel confident interacting professionally primarily using written correspondence and virtual meetings, working from home may be a good fit for you.
The shift to home working seems to have affected not only labor productivity but also workers' well-being, especially in the context of work-life balance. One study observes that individuals working from home reported lower stress, higher efficiency, and better quality in their work