How to ask your boss for a hybrid-working set-up

Millions of people have found advantages to home working, swapping the stresses of commuting and office politics for increased productivity and a better work-life balance. But as pandemic restrictions ease, some companies are putting pressure on staff to get back to their desks, rather than automatically embracing the remote or hybrid-working future. Of course, each company’s needs will differ, but experts say that if you want some form of home working, there’s never been a better time to mount a case. The trick, says Sarah Cook, author of Making a Success of Managing and Working Remotely, is to “be clear about how to benefit the business, not just you”. Presenting a well-crafted argument will involve anticipating any concerns your boss may have.