The Coronavirus outbreak has forced millions to work from home around the world. Remote work could emerge as a vital public health strategy.
COVID-19 is having its effect on businesses around the globe. Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter the major tech companies are strongly recommending their employees to work from home. They and many other businesses canceled business travels
At first, WordCamp Asia was canceled and also our trip plans, fortunately, our colleague who still decided to travel to Asia for the conference and attended the informal event was strong enough to protect himself against the coronavirus.
Yesterday, also WordCamp Europe postponed the conference for 2021. We were looking forward to the conference as it was the biggest team building event for us. But we all understand the decision of the organizers and they have our support. They announced that the ticket refunds process will be automatically, no need for manual request.
Our marketing team canceled their trip to Nederland’s because Yoast SEO Conference was postponed also until September 10th
Еven our regular monthly Meetup with the WordPress community was rescheduled. Тhe community has agreed to maintain an online Q&A session.
Unfortunately, our country is also affected by Coronavirus. Although we love in house working with colleagues, having close communication, drinking coffee together, and making the whole working process even more interesting and more productive, we’ve decided, to work remotely this period.
In the interest of public health, we are actively following the recommendations of our state’s Ministry of Health, and we have adapted our work to ensure the safe and smooth operation of our projects.
At the moment, Our office is where are we. At home.
Оur general attitude is to stay safe, motivated and positivе. We see this as a challenge to stay productive and connected. With this post, we want to encourage ourselves and talk only about the benefits of working from home while this crisis is going on.
1. If we are not bound by the deadline, we have the freedom to work as we please. Working hours are flexible, and we are closer to our family.
2. Most of our colleagues come from other cities and this period will save time for transportation. The time they spent traveling to their workplace can now be used wisely and complete the tasks they have
3. Wear comfortable clothes. You don’t need to combine pieces of clothing. Wear clothes that make you feel good and free.
Working from home is not for everyone. It’s easy to get distracted when you’re the boss when it comes to time management.
Although many think the ability to change routines is an advantage in working from home (and it’s really great to be able to go to the dentist’s appointment in the middle of the day), it’s still best to stick to a fairly accurate schedule.
Not only will it help you stretch your legs and improve blood circulation while taking coffee from the kitchen, but it will also help you regain concentration. Also, do not forget to drink water. It will move you further.
In addition to helping you maintain a healthy weight, eating healthy foods helps to gain energy and focus.
Several big-name vendors, including, Google, Zoho, Microsoft, LogMeIn, and Cisco are making some of their video-conferencing and chat services free as demand for remote working booms.
Google is offering free access until July 1, 2020, of the Hangouts Meet enterprise version. It includes live stream for up 100.000 viewers on one domain and 250 users per call.
Zoho remotely is remotely working suite. It’s productivity collaboration for remote meetings, trainings. It is available for free at least until first July 2020.
Microsoft free trial it includes 1 TB of storage for the Teams chat app, and you can record meetings for a six-month
LogMeIn offer three months free of using the “Emergency Remote Work Kits” The kits are made for schools, nonprofits, and health care organizations.
Cisco is offering the free version of its Webex service with no time restrictions.
Set yourself up for success!
Since you’re working online, you’ll need a strong Wi-Fi connection, and release yourself from other apps that interrupt you. Stay focus on your tasks, communicate regularly with your team and keep a positive attitude.