Workers in these cities like the option to telecommute the most

Workers in these cities like the option to telecommute the fruchtweinWorkers in these cities like the option to telecommute the mostNew data from global staffing firm Robert Half shows that people inSan Francisco and Los Angeles look for the possibility of telecommuting at least some of the time when considering a job mora than those in other cities surveyed.An independent research firm surveyed more than 2,800 adult office workers in 28 major U.S. cities. Robert Half came up with the survey.These cities have the most telecommuting fansSan FranciscoLos AngelesDetroitChicagoAustinDenverOn the other hand, workers in Pittsburgh and Salt Lake City areleast concerned with the option to telecommute.Paul McDonald, senior executive director for Robert Half, commented on the researchHigh employment levels mean more people are on the roads traveling to and from their jobs, which increases traffic and makes working remotely more appealing. Employees want the ability to telecommute for various reasons - for some, its flexibility in their schedule, for others its about saving time and money. Companies that promote these options are more likely to attract top candidates in a competitive employment market.Young people are most likely to accept a job if they can telecommute sometimesAlthough 77% of those surveyed agreed that being able to do so at least some of the time would raise their chances of accepting a position, those 18-34 felt this way more than other age groups, at 86%.This was true for 79% of those ages 35 to 54, and 65% of those age 55 and older.These are the most major telecommuting hangupsRespondents weighed in on the worst parts of the process - but a slice of them thought that there werent any negatives at all (values dont total 100% because of rounding)People abuse the benefit/dont stick to work hours 22%Feelings of isolation and missing team environment 22%There is no downside 19%Interpersonal relationships suffer because you only talk by phone or email 1 7%Loss of facetime means telecommuting workers may not be considered for new projects, promotions 12%No one to bounce ideas off of 7%