Are you mentally prepared to return to work?

Destiny Pifer

April 25,2020 at 9:16PM UTC

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With the governors working on lifting the bans many will have to either return to work or find new jobs. After being confined to our homes for weeks and having to live in fear of a deadly virus our lives have changed. The question is are you mentally prepared for the workforce or will you have to adjust?

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Lucia WilsonApril 25,2020 at 9:31PM UTC
I will definitely have to adjust, due to the noise and number of people in the section where I work.
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Bossy Bella.April 26,2020 at 12:40AM UTC
I have never been more prepared because of who I am I always am in a plotting mode before I knew how to detach myself now it’s harder than ever.
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Katie Farello KrausApril 27,2020 at 1:29PM UTC
I will definitely have to adjust to commuting and working in an office with people. While I'm excited to get back to a normal work routine - I think it will take time to get used to.
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AnonymousApril 27,2020 at 5:10PM UTC
It's going to be so strange to head back! I've gotten into such a great WFH routine.
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Krista CouttsApril 27,2020 at 8:23PM UTC
Recently started some contract work...didn't realize how much I needed the mental stimulation in having real business conversations!
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Miranda WilcoxApril 28,2020 at 5:40PM UTC
I think most people will have to adjust, myself included. I work from home normally but have created a new routine that will soon change again.
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Jessica K.April 30,2020 at 9:01PM UTC
I know it would be an adjustment getting used to being back in the office, but I'm looking forward to it. I miss the social interaction of the office and being able to walk up to people and ask questions. Sometimes it's just easier to get answers on things when you can walk over to someone's desk. It'll be interesting to see how things will be setup once people can return to the workplace.
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