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6 tips to help you focus and not lose your mind when you’re WFH
Things are moving and changing quickly with the news of coronavirus (COVID-19). In an effort to help employees combat the illness, many companies have asked their teams to work from home when possible.
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Hurray! No more commute, you get to work in your pajamas and you’re free to rummage through the fridge while on a conference call.
But once the initial excitement of working from home wears off, it can be daunting to realize it’s up to you to make this thing, well, work.
Telecommuting presents a unique set of challenges, especially for those who have never done it before or who don’t know how long it will last. Physical therapist Mary Morrison, PT, DScPT gives strategies on how to keep your healthy habits and productivity in check while working remotely.
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