Although teleworking is increasingly popular among businesses, this working method is not possible to implement in all sectors. A proportion of the population had begun to adopt remote work sporadically, but the current context forces everyone to impose it full-time without any preparation among managers. Emotional reactions are very varied, in response to this abrupt change. Following the lockdown imposed by the government to flatten the curve of people infected with COVID-19, we are clearly aware of the impacts of teleworking on certain industries such as retail, restaurants, community settings, events, and many others. Several initiatives have been put forward to transform the services offered and adapt them to the new lifestyles of quarantine. Entertainment platforms are trying to meet their economic needs and those of the population in a situation of social distancing. For the past few days, we have been able to virtually visit a multitude of international museums , read digital books from the library in the Petite-Patrie borough or even listen to thecine-mollo broadcast by Télé-Québec for those who have children at home.
Everyone has their own reality and must adapt to the new measures. Teleworking has been proven to be more effective according to a study by Airtasker , but for some it imposes many more constraints in the current context. In a crisis situation, a person with children in their care will not be able to work as productively as at their workplace. So today we decided to suggest some tips to lighten the atmosphere and better complete your tasks remotely! The team consulted and each member determined their tip to stay motivated, even during times of social distancing!
Cindy Couture, Partner and Business Development Manager at Kotmo, she emphasizes self-care, especially in this unique situation. She suggests taking advantage of special offers at our local restaurants and supporting our local economy.
“Buy a bottle of natural wine at Pastaga and enjoy a cooked meal for only $1! Many restaurants are preparing sous-vide meals that you can pick up to encourage them to survive the crisis. It gives you time off from meal preparation and the whole family will be happy.”
Céline Juppeau , a true unifier at heart, has always imagined herself starting a business with a close-knit team. Regularly meeting people and sharing outdoor activities is essential for her in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The Thursday happy hours are always a great opportunity for her team to bond and discuss eclectic topics. She therefore suggests not diminishing the importance of seeing colleagues, but rather continuing to meet virtually for a drink. "I think motivation also comes from staying in touch with friends," she confirms. Otherwise, she enjoys taking weekly walks to catch the last rays of sunshine.
Aixa Munoz , the company's newly appointed administrative manager, begins her day with a ten-minute Mindfulness meditation practice. "This exercise allows me to step back, be more present in the moment with a fresh perspective, and redirect my attention to my more important goals." Taking regular breaks is especially crucial during a crisis, she says. It's important to step away from pressure and information overload and focus on the positives to create new opportunities.
Recently intern at Kotmo, Aurélie Jeanroy cares about environmental issues and ensures that our practices are responsible. Isolation is all the more special for her, since she only arrived from France a few weeks ago. The pandemic has completely reversed her experience of working in a school setting. Her tips for staying motivated are to write down all the specific tasks to be completed during the day, take walks outside and don't hesitate to put on loud music to take your mind off things!
Chances are, you're among the majority of companies that weren't necessarily prepared to face this crisis. We're in a shared learning process, and everyone needs to be supportive and flexible. Within our team, we're trying to stay connected as much as possible. We mustn't overlook fears and anxieties, and we must remain united to get through this unexpected upheaval.
Self-care while teleworking
Although teleworking is increasingly popular among businesses, this working method is not possible to implement in all sectors. A proportion of the population had begun to adopt remote work sporadically, but the current context forces everyone to impose it full-time without any preparation among managers. Emotional reactions are very varied, in response to this abrupt change. Following the lockdown imposed by the government to flatten the curve of people infected with COVID-19, we are clearly aware of the impacts of teleworking on certain industries such as retail, restaurants, community settings, events, and many others. Several initiatives have been put forward to transform the services offered and adapt them to the new lifestyles of quarantine. Entertainment platforms are trying to meet their economic needs and those of the population in a situation of social distancing. For the past few days, we have been able to virtually visit a multitude of international museums , read digital books from the library in the Petite-Patrie borough or even listen to thecine-mollo broadcast by Télé-Québec for those who have children at home.
Everyone has their own reality and must adapt to the new measures. Teleworking has been proven to be more effective according to a study by Airtasker , but for some it imposes many more constraints in the current context. In a crisis situation, a person with children in their care will not be able to work as productively as at their workplace. So today we decided to suggest some tips to lighten the atmosphere and better complete your tasks remotely! The team consulted and each member determined their tip to stay motivated, even during times of social distancing!
Cindy Couture, Partner and Business Development Manager at Kotmo, she emphasizes self-care, especially in this unique situation. She suggests taking advantage of special offers at our local restaurants and supporting our local economy.
“Buy a bottle of natural wine at Pastaga and enjoy a cooked meal for only $1! Many restaurants are preparing sous-vide meals that you can pick up to encourage them to survive the crisis. It gives you time off from meal preparation and the whole family will be happy.”
Céline Juppeau , a true unifier at heart, has always imagined herself starting a business with a close-knit team. Regularly meeting people and sharing outdoor activities is essential for her in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The Thursday happy hours are always a great opportunity for her team to bond and discuss eclectic topics. She therefore suggests not diminishing the importance of seeing colleagues, but rather continuing to meet virtually for a drink. "I think motivation also comes from staying in touch with friends," she confirms. Otherwise, she enjoys taking weekly walks to catch the last rays of sunshine.
Aixa Munoz , the company's newly appointed administrative manager, begins her day with a ten-minute Mindfulness meditation practice. "This exercise allows me to step back, be more present in the moment with a fresh perspective, and redirect my attention to my more important goals." Taking regular breaks is especially crucial during a crisis, she says. It's important to step away from pressure and information overload and focus on the positives to create new opportunities.
Recently intern at Kotmo, Aurélie Jeanroy cares about environmental issues and ensures that our practices are responsible. Isolation is all the more special for her, since she only arrived from France a few weeks ago. The pandemic has completely reversed her experience of working in a school setting. Her tips for staying motivated are to write down all the specific tasks to be completed during the day, take walks outside and don't hesitate to put on loud music to take your mind off things!
Chances are, you're among the majority of companies that weren't necessarily prepared to face this crisis. We're in a shared learning process, and everyone needs to be supportive and flexible. Within our team, we're trying to stay connected as much as possible. We mustn't overlook fears and anxieties, and we must remain united to get through this unexpected upheaval.