To better support our staff working remotely, Astyra bought each internal employee a brand new 2020 Apple Macbook along with the choice of a branded laptop bag or backpack!
This technology upgrade has increase our effectiveness and efficiency. Plus, having the bags makes it a bit easier for those who want to work remotely in another location.
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As many of us begin the journey of working from home, it can be hard to figure out how to handle the new change and stay focused. With this guide, you’ll be able to set up shop easily and continue to be the same productive worker you are in the office.
Location
It’s important to choose a work space that is quiet and free from distractions. However, instead of choosing that crowded storage room to set up your workplace in, try choosing a room with plenty of sunlight, decor and plants. This environment will help alleviate stress and make you feel more comfortable. If it helps, you can also play relaxing music, preferably without words, to help you stay focused throughout the day.
Distractions
Before you start working, be sure to ask any family members and friends not to disturb you during work hours. Unfortunately, this includes our furry friends and sweet children too, if possible, they should not be in the same room as you. If you live in a loud area, such as the city, it may be important to invest in ear plugs or noise cancelling headphones.
Set a Routine
Sticking to a schedule is one of the top ways to stay productive while working from home. You should plan to wake up at the same time every morning, get ready as if you were going to the office and eat a good breakfast. When you take your break, be sure to leave your work space. This will help your brain associate your desk with work and keep you on track. You should also have a list of tasks you plan to complete that day and every week.
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In past posts, I may have noted just how different the job market is than it was only afew years ago. According to CloserIQ, the market now is “as much as 90% candidate-driven,” meaning that job seekers, both casual and fervent, hold the reins.
To this end, it’s still very much important for employers to understand how to best tap into the candidate market and attract the best talent that they can. Part of this is establishing newer policies and approaching candidates with both transparency and flexibility.
Part of this relates to what is colloquially referred to as the “Gig Economy”—particularly contracting. Falling back to my mention of flexibility, a lot more candidates are opting for contract roles as they allow them to gain experience or to retain employment without tying them down to a single spot unless both they (and their end-client) agree. Another piece of this is the notion of remote work.
65% of employees surveyed in the research said they would pursue contract work if they were given the opportunity. 68% of candidates reported in another study that the ability to work remotely impacted their decision to accept a job offer.
Some rigidity and turbulence is expected in times of transition, and achieving balance will, again, likely come down to transparency and flexibility from both parties. As employers and employees continue to better understand these key factors that impact their wants and needs, we’ll continue to see shifts in the dynamic between them.
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