Review of Working From Home: Making It Work For You

[Nhya L]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Working From Home: Making It Work For You" by Thomas Engblom.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Working From Home: Making It Work For You by Thomas Engblom is a nonfiction book that presents tips and tricks for remote work. The author provides research on the history of remote work, common pitfalls encountered when working online, and the mindset required to succeed remotely. His goal is to offer insight into what makes working from home effective.

The book is organized into chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of remote work. The structure is clear and easy to follow, and the flow of information enhances the reader’s understanding. Each chapter has a clever title that gives readers a good sense of the upcoming content; for example, Chapter 4 is titled “You Say Tom-ay-to, I Say Tom-ah-to;
You Say Teleworking, I Say Telecommuting.” The tone of the book is neutral but friendly, and the author uses personal anecdotes and cited sources to add validity to the tips provided. He describes his experience working remotely during COVID and how the transition back to in-person working was “disenfranchising.”

The book’s readability is strong, and I noticed no grammar or formatting issues. It appears to have undergone professional editing and includes praise for the author on the first page. However, the table of contents could be improved by including chapter titles; currently, it lists only chapter numbers, which limits its usefulness.

The strength of the book’s arguments lies in its use of statistics, expert sources, anecdotal claims, and historical references. Throughout the book, the logic feels sound. For instance, the author goes into detail about job satisfaction and cites several expert sources to support his points. This book is likely intended for readers who want to learn more about remote work. Those unfamiliar with the topic may find it enlightening and helpful.

I rate this book 3 out of 4 and 4 out of 5 stars. I found it to be a credible, well-researched book written by a PhD. One point was deducted due to the incomplete formatting of the table of contents. This book may appeal to readers who are already familiar with remote work or interested in learning more about it. I would recommend it to those seeking a comprehensive overview of the current state of working from home.

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Working From Home: Making It Work For You
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