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Presence Is One of the Most Important Qualities for Productivity, says Brandon Frere

Remote work is a feature that millennials seem to look for in employment. In fact, young adults are working flexible hours in greater force than they were just a couple years ago. However, large companies have been banning remote and flexible work over the past few months as the pandemic subsides. Brandon Frere , CEO and Entrepreneur, sees the value in working together in office where you can talk face to face to your colleagues.  “I do a lot of business on the phone, but there’s nothing like being in the office and working things out in person,” said Frere. “There is immense value in being in close proximity to those on your team and being able to quickly solve a problem together or get advice on an issue best shown rather than described.” Studies have shown that remote work can improve productivity and efficiency, but employees often report that they get distracted more often and feel isolated from their peers. Employers considering offering remote work may have to balance the pr...

Brandon Frere Weighs Personal Health Against Running a Business

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Work-life balance is important but often goes by the wayside when one starts a new business. Indeed, new businesses require a lot of time beyond the 40-hour week, leaving little time for self-care and family. BrandonFrere CEO and Entrepreneur has logged countless hours in creating and building businesses and understands the value of personal health in relation to running a business. “My company mission is important to me, the people I work with and the results we produce but my health is equally important,” said Frere. “I’ve learned over the years that when I pay attention to my health, my work quality improves. I encourage those around me to do the same thing.” The balance between work and life is important for personal health. While business owners may not be able to achieve such balance to as high a degree as their employees, they can focus on improving their personal health. Healthy habits can improve focus and productivity which can help business owners’ efficiency. Eating...