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Using data collected from 646 remote workers, we examined the influence of interpersonal relations, time management, stress, and skill development on productivity.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"sec002\">\n                    <jats:title>Design\/methodology\/approach<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>We validated our model using structural equation modelling (SEM), and the results revealed that the sudden shift to remote work had no significant negative impact on productivity.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"sec003\">\n                    <jats:title>Findings<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The results of this study may encourage HR managers to expand remote work opportunities, thereby enhancing talent attraction and retention in a highly competitive job market.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"sec004\">\n                    <jats:title>Originality\/value<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Despite prevalent concerns about COVID-19 and the evolving nature of workplaces, employees perceived remote work as offering greater flexibility in task organization and the opportunity to create a healthier work-life balance. 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