Recent findings highlight that multitasking is a significant hurdle for professionals in communications roles. The study indicates that dealing with numerous projects simultaneously often results in stress and impacts productivity. The study also emphasizes the importance of strategic workload management and effective time management practices for increased efficiency in these roles.
Moreover, the fostering of a healthy work culture is given utmost importance, as is regular feedback and guidance. The results of this study were derived from a broad survey of experienced professionals in both agency and in-house roles. The data sheds light on the challenges, strategies, and experiences specific to each section of the industry.
Common challenges identified in the survey include being out of sync with clients’ perceptions, maintaining a healthy work-life balance, meeting financial objectives, and keeping up-to-date with industry trends. A surprising 13% of participants noted issues with fostering and sustaining relationships with clients.
Multitasking’s effect on communication roles productivity
The insights also revealed themes revolving around work overload, competitiveness, and managing client expectations.
The study shows that women cited work-life balance and workload to be more challenging than men. In contrast, men found meeting billing targets a bigger hurdle. These results underline the need to address gender-specific challenges to cultivate a more balanced and productive work environment.
Despite the challenges, professionals appreciated the diversity and dynamism of tasks in agency work. They value the supportive work atmosphere, rapid learning experiences, and the opportunity to acquire new skills. They also delight in the chances to interact with various experts and to be at the forefront of industry trends.
The managing partner at Sapio Consulting conveyed that the survey intended to provide professionals an insightful overview of the challenges and advantages in both sectors. It was noted that while client-side work involved more narrative-directed tasks, agency work consisted of more globally strategic tasks. This study emphasizes the importance of weighing these aspects while making career decisions.
