I once had a commute of about 1 hour and 45 minutes, so 3.5 hours each day.
I usually met friends on the morning train so at least the first part of the commute was dedicated to chitchats and that was ok. The rest of the commute was jumping on and off the metro or walking, so no time for useful stuff. Getting back home I usually listened to music if I didn't meet anyone on the train.
Now my commute is only 50-55 minutes and I always listen to podcasts.
The train is good if you want to get something done, like reading something or watching a video. My long commute was more than 10 years ago, so there was no iPad. If I had to commute on the train today I'd bring a tablet and watch online courses or read blogs or the news. Podcasts are great when you have a commute like mine with 3 different metro lines and walks, as there is no time to sit and read.
I think it is a good idea to make a good use of the time otherwise wasted while commuting, but remote jobs or leaving close to the office are way better alternatives. If public transport isn't an option and you have to drive to the office that time is a complete waste. I know you can have your email read by the phone, but while driving you're supposed to pay attention to other cars so I'm not sure you can fully concentrate on the task. I find taking phone calls to be a better option while driving, and you can always listen to the news on the radio, not work related but at least you can resist the urge to read an online paper at office.
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I once had a commute of about 1 hour and 45 minutes, so 3.5 hours each day.
I usually met friends on the morning train so at least the first part of the commute was dedicated to chitchats and that was ok. The rest of the commute was jumping on and off the metro or walking, so no time for useful stuff. Getting back home I usually listened to music if I didn't meet anyone on the train.
Now my commute is only 50-55 minutes and I always listen to podcasts.
The train is good if you want to get something done, like reading something or watching a video. My long commute was more than 10 years ago, so there was no iPad. If I had to commute on the train today I'd bring a tablet and watch online courses or read blogs or the news. Podcasts are great when you have a commute like mine with 3 different metro lines and walks, as there is no time to sit and read.
I think it is a good idea to make a good use of the time otherwise wasted while commuting, but remote jobs or leaving close to the office are way better alternatives. If public transport isn't an option and you have to drive to the office that time is a complete waste. I know you can have your email read by the phone, but while driving you're supposed to pay attention to other cars so I'm not sure you can fully concentrate on the task. I find taking phone calls to be a better option while driving, and you can always listen to the news on the radio, not work related but at least you can resist the urge to read an online paper at office.