How to Make Return-to-Office Work for You: Leveraging Household Help

The return-to-office (RTO) shift brings significant changes for many professionals, altering daily routines and increasing stress levels. Balancing commutes, workloads, and home responsibilities can feel overwhelming. According to a 2023 study by American Psychological Association, 37% of employees report higher stress levels work-related stress (source).

The Challenges of RTO

RTO impacts more than your commute—it redefines how you manage time and responsibilities:

• Longer Days: Employees now spend an average of 1 hour commuting daily, which equates to 5 hours a week—time that could be spent on personal tasks (source).

• Increased Stress: The APA reports that workplace stress has risen by 25% since RTO policies were enforced, with many citing time management as a top concern (source).

• Reduced Productivity at Home: Balancing professional and household responsibilities leaves many feeling stretched thin, impacting overall efficiency.

How Household Help Eases the Transition

1. Delegate Time-Consuming Tasks

Household chores such as cleaning, grocery shopping, and laundry take up valuable time that could be spent recharging or focusing on your career.

Pro Tip: Hire a professional concierge service, like The Nicest Space, to manage your errands and lighten your load.

Explore more benefits of delegation at Harvard Business Review.

2. Simplify Your Schedule with Professional Coordination

Managing home maintenance, vendor appointments, and family activities can add layers of complexity to your schedule. Outsourcing these responsibilities ensures nothing falls through the cracks.

Pro Tip: Use scheduling tools like Google Calendar in tandem with professional services for a seamless experience.

3. Declutter and Create a Relaxing Space

Coming home to a clean, organized environment can significantly reduce stress and improve mental clarity after a long day at the office.

Pro Tip: Adopt a minimalist approach—declutter one space at a time and enlist professional organizers to make the process efficient.

Discover decluttering techniques at Becoming Minimalist.

4. Prioritize Self-Care and Quality Time

Outsourcing tasks frees up your evenings and weekends for self-care and family activities, helping you recharge and strengthen relationships.

Pro Tip: Schedule regular self-care activities, such as yoga or a spa day, into your week. Apps like Calm and Headspace can help with mindfulness.

Explore self-care benefits at PsychCentral.

How The Nicest Space Can Help

At The Nicest Space, we specialize in services that ease your RTO transition. Our personalized solutions include:

• Errand Management: Let us handle grocery shopping, dry cleaning, and other routine tasks.

• Home Hoteling Services: Return to a hotel-like home environment. We’ll make your bed, tidy your space, and create a relaxing atmosphere.

• Scheduling and Coordination: We’ll oversee home maintenance, vendor appointments, and family activities so you can focus on work.

• Decluttering and Organizing: Transform your living spaces into stress-free zones that promote mental clarity and relaxation.

With The Nicest Space, you’ll gain back precious time and peace of mind, allowing you to thrive both at work and at home.

Take Control of Your RTO Transition

Navigating RTO doesn’t have to be stressful. By outsourcing household tasks and leveraging professional services, you can create a balanced, manageable routine that supports both your career and personal life. 

Explore our membership packages or hourly services today and make your RTO transition seamless.