Modern work culture: freedom, trust and maximum efficiency
The Online Group stands for a modern working culture in which freedom, flexibility and personal responsibility are not just buzzwords, but a living reality. While other companies are only slowly realizing that remote work and modern working models are essential for the future or are calling their employees back to the office, this has long been part of everyday life for us. We offer our employees the flexibility – within the framework of clear guidelines and legal options – to work where they are most productive and creative – be it at home, in the office, on the road or, under certain conditions, in the workation.
A particularly exciting variant of this new world of work is workation – a combination of work and vacation that combines the best of both worlds. Our colleague Jessica Mylius is currently taking advantage of this opportunity in England, and we are gaining valuable insights into how workation can enrich everyday working life.
What is a workation?
The answer lies in the name itself: Work + Vacation = Workation. However, it’s not about occasionally typing on your laptop on the beach under palm trees with a cocktail in your hand – it’s about a conscious combination of work and an environment that inspires. Jessica chose Cambridge, a city full of history and academic atmosphere. While her days consist of video calls, concept work and creative thinking phases, she spends her evenings exploring the city and immersing herself in a new culture. A change of scenery as a productivity booster – not a distraction.
Why a workation can revolutionize work
Workation is more than just a nice place to work – it can have a positive impact on the overall working experience. Here are some of the key benefits:
- Inspiration through new environments
Routine can be productive – but it can also be restrictive. A new place can help you clear your head, gain new perspectives and find more creative solutions. - The perfect work-life balance
Instead of going straight from bed to laptop and back to bed again, a workation ensures a better rhythm. Jessica, for example, uses daily walks with her host family’s dogs to get some fresh air and clear her head for new ideas. - Motivation and satisfaction increase
Those who have a say in where they work are more motivated and more passionate about their work. Companies that enable workation show that they trust their employees – and trust is one of the most important factors for long-term employee retention. - Cultural exchange and further development
During a workation, you not only get to know a new city, but also immerse yourself in a different culture. Jessica uses her time to broaden her horizons – both professionally and personally.
But be careful: Workation is not a vacation!
As appealing as the concept sounds, a workation only works if certain challenges are taken into account:
- Finding the right balance
Work and leisure must be in balance. If you get too distracted by your surroundings, you will have problems. - Technology must be right
Without stable internet and functioning technical equipment, a workation can quickly turn into a technical disaster. Thorough planning is essential. - Be aware of legal and tax aspects
Workation is not possible everywhere without further ado. Depending on the country and duration, labor law and tax challenges may arise. Clear agreements and clarifications are therefore necessary in advance. - Ensure communication
Just because someone is not in the office does not mean that they should work in isolation. Regular team updates and clear consultation with superiors are essential.
How companies can meaningfully integrate Workation
To make Workation a win-win situation for everyone, we at the Online Group set clear framework conditions:
- Define clear guidelines – What requirements must be met to apply for workation?
- Ensure technical requirements – operability must be guaranteed at all times.
- Clarify the legal framework – workation is only possible in countries where there are no social security or tax risks.
- Enable exchange within the team – availability and accessibility must be clearly regulated.
- Allow learning process – Our Workation regulations are constantly evolving and being improved.
Online Group: An employer that lives future models
At the Online Group, we believe that flexibility, trust and modern working models create an optimal working environment. That’s why we provide our employees with flexible working that promotes productivity and fits in with our modern working culture, while taking the legal framework into account.” Jessica’s Workation is an example of our progressive working culture. We experiment, learn and evolve – with the clear goal of creating the best conditions for our teams
Would you like to become part of a team that lives innovation and flexibility?
At Online, we are looking for people who like to break new ground – be it through exciting projects or modern working models such as workation. Become a #proudOnliner and discover our vacancies here.
