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This study is based on working from home and the aim is to assess the impact that working from home has on motivation and performance levels of employees working within organisation. Previous research around this topic has focused on how working from home is an extremely positive way of working and this has been possible due to newer technologies being readily available. The aim of this study was to look in depth at the experiences employees had whilst working from home and how each individual felt their motivation and performance levels were affected. A qualitative research approach was taken as part of this study which was carried out through the use of semi-structured interviews. This approach was taken in order to gather employees opinions and experiences to see whether any trends emerged in relation to their motivation and performance levels whilst working from home. The Working from home does higher motivation and performance levels of employees. Although there were mixed opinions presented as to whether employee performance levels were higher whilst working from home employees commented on how their performance levels would be affected negatively if working from home was removed. Overall it was clear to see the high levels of positivity surrounding working from home and how this impacts positively on employee motivation and performance levels, which can have positiveeffects on employee well-being, employee work life balance and also job satisfaction. In addition to this if employees are more motivated and performing to a higher standard then this is likely to also have a positive effect on the organization in terms of retaining staff and achieving more from their employees.