Exploring the Dynamics and Implications of Remote Work during and post-COVID-19: A Qualitative Analysis

Abstract

This qualitative study scrutinizes the profound dynamics and implications of remote work during and post the COVID-19 pandemic. Using the lived experiences of seven practitioners and researchers across diverse industries, the research unearths the multifaceted advantages, challenges, and peculiarities linked with remote work. Furthermore, the study investigates the interplay of various personality types with remote work and explores potential optimization methods for a post-pandemic world. This research, therefore, offers context-specific perspectives on remote work, thereby enriching academic discourse and providing guidance for future policy-making and successful remote work strategy implementation. The central aim of this research is to highlight the variations in remote work adoption across sectors, to investigate the relationship between diverse personality types and remote work, and to disclose the inherent benefits and drawbacks through practitioners' and researchers' experiences. To achieve these objectives, a qualitative methodology, featuring in-depth interviews with participants who have transitioned to remote work during and after the pandemic, is utilized. This study is anticipated to result in a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of remote work. This understanding could assist organizations and individuals in making informed decisions about remote work arrangements. The research also strives to contribute to academic conversations surrounding work formats during and beyond the pandemic, proposing innovative strategies to foster creativity and self-improvement amid challenging circumstances. In conclusion, this research aims to guide organizational decision-making and policy formulation through its detailed exploration of the realities and prospective future scenarios of remote work. It also seeks to provide individuals with a comprehensive understanding of remote work dynamics, supplemented with effective navigation strategies.