How to stay connected while working remotely?

  
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In accordance with the COVID-19 pandemic, we are encouraged to practice social distancing, start working remotely. Being stayed up home will likely prompt feelings of loneliness, disconnectedness, and isolation. Thus, it’s important to find out how much experience of being connected and included at home. 

1. Taking “face to face” video conference 

Talk to your co-worker though webcam, Skype, Google Hangouts, Facetime, and other platforms, use the video capabilities to talk more depth. Set up virtual lunch with a colleague while you are working remotely. Sharing meals in a video conference can be an opportunity for connection.

  
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2. Supporting each other with water cooler chats

It’s essential that support is there to call on if needed, this can improve our resilience for relieving stress. Try to chat with your colleagues just to say hi and see how they are doing. Even remotely, your colleagues miss your daily chats as much as you do.

  
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3. Reach out and ask questions

If you have a doubt about something, don’t be hesitate to email, ping them, or make phone calls. While you can’t replace the value of face-to-face interactions, it’s better to ask questions in these circumstances. This is the fastest way to avoid miscommunication in working remotely.

  
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4. Take a virtual class

A remote work arrangement could bring employees to deal with more personal time. Thus, you can learn something new or become an instructor when having extra time. Online class and social media live streaming connect people through discussion posts and virtual collaboration.

  
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While working remotely can be more challenging to avoid feeling down at a time like this, but try to focus on ways you can stay connected. Take considered action to help minimize loneliness and psychological effects.

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