How to stay visible while working from home | This is a turning point for supporting remote workers | Start your day off by changing out of your pajamas
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April 6, 2020
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Getting Ahead
While everyone is adjusting to remote working, it's important for employees to stay visible and engaged, writes Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj. To get the most out of your work, be prepared to contribute to meetings, use nonverbal communications for important interactions and give co-workers clear frameworks for projects.
Full Story: Forbes (4/5) 
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The workplace will be permanently changed by the coronavirus crisis, according to organizational strategy consultant David Belden, with more teams working efficiently from home. In addition, the Trust Alliance recently discussed counseling services for employees during times of personal crises and isolation as well as other support systems to build trust among employers and employees.
Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (4/3),  CNBC (4/5) 
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Start your day off by changing out of your pajamas
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While nobody knows how long the coronavirus pandemic will last, basic rituals like showering, shaving and dressing up for work can give workers a sense of normalcy and even help them stand out in meetings. "It's about preserving a sense of professionalism in a formless environment, where the sense of urgency is gone. I have seven to 10 Zoom meetings a day, and I feel far less prepared if I'm wearing a hoodie-and-pajamas look," says creative director Timo Weiland.
Full Story: The New York Times (tiered subscription model) (4/6) 
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Making the Connection
Interest in one-on-one mentorships and networking is a surprising positive to come out of the coronavirus lockdown, according to David Griner. Workers are using their newfound free time to connect via video chat to feel professionally productive, break up their isolation and explore new job opportunities.
Full Story: Adweek (tiered subscription model) (4/5) 
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Balancing Yourself
As we approach the fourth week of lockdown, it's normal for many to feel stressed, anxious or depressed, writes Jennifer Jolly. There are plenty of social media support groups and therapy apps that have been working to help people through COVID-19 stress and can answer questions about your emotional health.
Full Story: USA Today (4/5) 
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The Water Cooler
Airlines are refunding canceled flights
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If you're one of the millions of people who have seen their flights canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, getting a refund is an option. US airlines have now been ordered to issue full refunds to passengers who request them.
Full Story: Bloomberg (tiered subscription model) (4/3) 
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