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72 • TLC—For the Workplace
to develop calculus and the theory of gravity while in quarantine!
Honor Your Space and That of Others
Your home office is your haven for creativity. That place should be set aside just for work, where you can quietly reflect and concentrate. It is also a space in which you se- clude yourself (to a certain extent) so as not to disturb oth- er members of your household and where you can freely speak and work without distractions (except, of course, when your pet family member needs recognition or your loved one sneaks in a hug). Sharing a space with your fam- ily members or close friends is, truly, an honor—especially during a pandemic, when closeness is rare. Out of respect for everyone in your home, make sure to designate sepa- rate and shared space so that you can work during office hours and be with people before or afterwards.
Self-Initiative and Discipline
People who transition away from the workplace to home will have the responsibility of establishing a consis- tent work schedule and honoring deadlines, just as they did in a more conventional workplace. Doing so requires self-initiative and discipline, setting goals, and focusing on tasks, notwithstanding temptations to take breaks or raid the refrigerator. Turning away from your goal threat- ens to derail your process. The best way to handle these challenges is to embrace them. When you wake up in the morning, have a clear game plan for the day. Make a list of tasks that need to be addressed immediately and those that can wait until tomorrow. Focus on each undertaking as if it were the only one before you, and approach it with the deepest respect and commitment—in the moment. Everything is accomplished in its own—and God’s—time.