Hello everyone! We are rapidly approaching another warm summer weekend. Today, we’re here to offer you a few different ideas for ways to commute to your job. Are you still working from home? Considering heading back to the office full time or periodically? Not sure how to prep to get there? Keep reading HERE for all of the answers you need…

Commuting to Work…

Train

First and foremost, the commute we’re all probably envisioning. The train is a commute as old as time, and a great way to navigate any city and even many suburbs. Locating your closest line, and also communicating that to your company in case you are eligible for commuting benefits (often in the form of reimbursements or supplemental credits towards passes like CTA) is a great way to take advantage of your offer package and get moving! The train is not only convenient but quick and a hands-free approach to commuting to your job.

Bus/Shuttle

Often, a bus/shuttle will be paired with your train ride in the case that your stop is still a few blocks or miles away from your office. Check with your company to identify whether or not they provide a company shuttle specifically for employees (many do!) and how to best navigate the timing to take advantage of this benefit. If your office is within a few miles of your home, taking a quick bus and locating a walkable stop might save you more time than even taking the train! Again, see if your role is eligible for compensation surrounding transportation to take financial advantage where applicable.

Personal Car

Another option that may suit you if you’re looking for some alone time in the morning is by traveling in a personal vehicle. For our college students… if this sounds like you, make sure that your future apartment either provides parking, directs you to a near parking facility, or is situated near street parking! Make sure to weigh the costs and benefits with this option, as monthly city parking adds up quickly and gas mileage may too. However, driving a personal car to your company is undoubtedly a quick, convenient, clean, and peaceful route to work!

Walk!

Finally, if you’re someone with the pleasure of living within a few blocks or miles from work, walking is not only a fantastic way to jumpstart your morning, but an exercise in and of itself! We recommended bringing work clothes and changing once you are there if you think you’ll work up a sweat. This alternative is a fantastic way to pack in a few steps, maybe a podcast, and some fresh air all before your work day even begins.

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