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[anonymoushouseplantfan]

OMG, Plant. Did you see Trump talk about reevaluating closures and opening up things in 2 weeks? That terrifies me. Can't congress prevent that? What about someone intervening. I mean he's a president, not a dictator. We have a system of checks and balances.

He’s not going to open everything up in two weeks. The closures were ordered by the state governors not the federal government and I doubt the feds can rescind them.

I also doubt there’s a plan to “open things up” in two weeks. They are probably hoping to do enough testing to create a map of virus “hotspots” they can monitor, so they can ease the “non-hotspot” regions into something vaguely resembling normalcy, subject to constant monitoring and testing. That, along with a huge stimulus bill, e-learning, telecommuting, expanded delivery services, etc...can get at least part of the economy moving again. Some of the treatments seem to be helpful, and the states are testing now and expanding hospital capacity. In addition, companies are manufacturing medical supplies now. 

I know it all seems very chaotic right now, but things are coming together. It will be bad for another two weeks, but then things will get better and we’ll have more testing, supplies, hospital capacity, treatments, etc... In addition, companies and school systems will have e-learning and telecommunting systems in place and grocery stores, restaurants,  and Amazon will have delivery options firmly in place. Congress will get its act together and pass the stimulus bill so bill payment stays frozen and individuals and businesses get income support. Once that’s all in place, we can start rebuilding. That’s what he means. We are in economic triage right now, but we’ll get out of it in a few weeks.

As you know, I’m no Trump fan. However, he’s mostly right on this one. If we can shorten the economic paralysis, we should. However, it doesn’t mean everything will open. That won’t happen for a while.

My best guess is that the malaria-like treatments start working the next few weeks so more people recover more quickly, making the disease less scary. That will mean the health care system will no longer be in danger of being overwhelmed, particularly with the new supplies and expanded capacity. We’ll also have more tests, so people will know if they are infected. We’re not going to have one big breakthrough, but we’ll have a series of improvements that will, together, make the disease manageable.

When we reach that point vulnerable and/or infected people will still be told to self-isolate, but less vulnerable healthy people will be allowed to go back to work subject to testing. Large gatherings and parties will still be prohibited, but the self-isolation orders will be less strict. I doubt we will return to normal anytime soon, but we will slowly climb out of the hole.

[casartcoverings]

14 Positive Reasons Why Staying at Home Can Be Good

In time of uncertainty & coronavirus, here are 14 Positive Reasons Why Staying at Home Can Be Good #selfquarantine #coronavirus #telecommuting #workingfromhome #Casartcoverings

You may be working and with your normal routine as if everything is fine, when suddenly your employer tells you and all your coworkers to telecommunte and work from home. In this uncertain time of coronavirus, Covid-19, this scenario may not be that far-fetched. It could happen and it could happen soon. Here are 14 positive reasons why staying at homecan be good. You can check one off each day…

[magnovo]

The Rise of the Remote Workforce and What it Means for Future Teams has been published on Charity Team Building

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The Rise of the Remote Workforce and What it Means for Future Teams

The Rise of the Remote Workforce and What it Means for Future Teams

Does your office go beyond the cubicle?

If not, it might only be a matter of time. Data from Global Workplace Analytics reveals that the number of non-self-employed workers who telecommute has grown 115% since 2005. That’s a growth rate of nearly 10 times the speed of the rest of the workforce.

In fact, Gallup research indicates more time is spent working remotely in some capacity than ever before.

These numbers are likely to change drastically in the coming years. Some experts predict that as much as half of the U.S. workforce will be remote by the year 2020.

That means going from 2.8 % to 50% in less than two years.

How did we get here? Why the sudden interest in telecommuting? And most importantly, what will this spike in remote work mean for a company’s future?

 The Birth of the Remote Era

The workplace is changing, whether you realize it or not. Telecommuting itself isn’t new, but today’s technology has made it easier (and more logical) for employers to offer it as a viable option.

In fact, 40% more companies offer flexible workplace options than they did just five years ago. Predictions indicate that the positive benefits of working from home combined with the flexible technology to do so are creating an unprecedented shift in the workforce that may eventually phase out the traditional 9-to-5 for many.

But what, specifically has heralded such a drastic change in workplace culture?

Analysts pinpoint changing demographics, technology, and the Great Recession as prime factors.

Family Demographics

A few decades ago, it was common for families to have one working parent while the other stays at home to care for children and household responsibilities. That isn’t the case today, as most families have two working parents, leading to a need to save time whenever and wherever possible.

Innovation

Cloud technology’s emergence eliminated the need for on-site access. This innovation single-handedly paved a truly feasible, cost-effective way for employees to perform their job duties from anywhere.

The Great Recession

The Great Recession might have been the biggest trigger.

A report from familesandwork.org reported that 19% of employees increased telecommuting jobs during the Great Recession.

During this period, employers and consumers alike were cutting costs at every angle. Jobs were scarce. Gas prices weren’t coming down. Everyone was trying to do more with less.

One effective way some companies avoided the economic crunch was by increasing telecommuting opportunities to reduce labor and occupancy costs and compress workweeks. This allowed businesses to lower operating costs without employees feeling the pinch of a reduction in hours.

The Seemingly Win/Win Scenario for Companies and Teleworkers

The cost-saving benefits of telecommuting are just the beginning.

Research from Global Workplace Analytics cites a lengthy list of other positive factors:

Telecommuting increases employee satisfaction, which can help lower attrition and increase productivity

It limits workplace discrimination and potential workplace conflict

It reduces wasted workday hours (meetings, socializing, etc)

It boosts employees’ self-directedness

Flexible schedules could encourage retired workers to stay partially employed while still enjoying retirement

Employers can reduce the necessary real estate space, technology, and infrastructure required to take on new employees

Working from home extends job opportunities to disabled workers or those without transportation

It allows businesses to scale up or down with ease

It’s an eco-friendly option

Business can keep going in the event of a power outage or weather-related disaster

Businesses can take advantage of state-offered incentives to adopt telecommuting positions

Some studies have found that working a flex schedule (part telecommuting, part on-site) can have a positive effect on employee health, happiness, and well-being. No one wants to spend a chunk of their day stressing in traffic or on public transportation. Telecommuters can spend their former transportation time exercising, eating a healthy breakfast, or catching up on rest prior to starting the workday.

The Downsides to Remote Work that No One is Talking About

It’s not sunshine and roses for telecommuters, but not many outlets seem to want to cover the downsides of working remotely.

For starters, many companies rely on the strength of their teams and company culture as keys to their success. Both of elements look vastly different with a fragmented workforce that rarely, if ever, sees each other.

Communications expert StatusPage documented their failed attempt at building a remote team. They cited a weakened connection between team members as one of their strategy’s biggest flaws, alongside a lackluster culture and work/life balance.

As company leaders, you simply can’t be everywhere all the time to field questions or solve problems. You rely on your team to provide solutions and remain engaged with the company’s mission to handle business in your absence. Your culture enables them to make decisions in the same way you would if you were present.

Culture looks different when you have remote workers. They have fewer opportunities to interact with you and others in the company to absorb those values and understand internal operations outside of their normal duties.

In addition, camaraderie suffers when your people aren’t able to connect on the same level. When team members are miles away from each other and rarely interact, trust and communication can disappear.

Interest in the pros and cons of telecommuting

Combatting the Ill Effects of Telecommuting

It’s easy to see the clear benefits of telecommuting for both worker and employer on the individual level, but the downsides of the combined groups are trickier to navigate.

To combat some of the burdens telecommuting creates, companies are emphasizing team building opportunities now more than ever.

In addition, Facebook groups, digital meeting spaces like Slack, and internal social networks are other attempts at creating a fragmented workplace culture.

Suffice it to say, these methods don’t have the exact same effects as working fully on-site. But they’re a huge step up from having no way to bridge connections between workers who are hundreds or thousands of miles away from your company.

The Future Impact of the Remote Workforce

As more companies begin to offer telecommuting positions, the companies who do not may find it harder to recruit or retain top talent. At least two-thirds of the workforce say they want work-at-home opportunities, and 36% would be willing to accept one over a pay raise.

Gen Y’ers, in particular, are keen on the prospect of a flex work schedule, and as Baby Boomers enter retirement it will be dually important for companies to find ways to attract this new breed of workers.

Of course, telecommuting simply isn’t possible for many jobs, especially those in public-facing roles, such as retail workers and public service jobs. But one thing’s for sure: the workplace is changing at a rate much faster than most companies realize.

The sooner you can prepare yourself for this shift in workplace habits, the more likely you stand to weather the storm a winner.

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[noodulbear-blog]

I like my body sometimes. This is more than multiple times that you've inerupted my opinion on a big issue and my whole being started rising up. Like anxiety. I got angry, I got offended I tried so hard to keep it inside because I know everyone can have an opinion... that wasn't it. You interrupted me, doesnt matter that I wasnt expressing that I understood what the video meant.. trust me.. I got what he meant... YOU didnt let me finish my thought. In ny opinion, the world would be a much more pleasant place if labels didn't matter. If a person makes you feel good tingly lovey type feelings, most likely a good thing. Doesnt matter how you identify, what you were born with or without.. we're all people just doing what we know how the best we know how. So educate compassion, educate positivity, educate acceptance. If I want to cut my hair super short for summer, I should feel okay to without worry of you, it's hair.. it wil grow back if I dont like it. Not my problem if you dont like it. This is me. I keep trying to tell myself I'm wrong if I dont do this or that to fit this or thay label. Huge news flash for me! I dont need to change for the world, I change for me, because I want to. I'm most comfortable when I dont care, I iust do me. I like changing my hair with the seasons, I like traveling on a whim. What gets my anxiety is the how am I going to self care/personal hygiene. An off grid (or mostly) tiny house would solve that. Financial aspects, I'm going to get a crappy entry job until I can get my student loans out of default. At which time I'll apply for grants and loans again and continue basic classes in community college. Voice acting, sound editing, or script editing, proofreading stuff, websites, networking, photography, mental health, camping, hiking, biking. Interests for sure. Here are my positive future Tiny House workings. Telecommunting for work in a tiny house, photography in my travels of nature. Grow my own medicine/herbs. Visit many family members and friends, Room for at least two to sleep over ( keep in mind tallness of guests) Game center, room for two more tvs and consoles set up (plug ins and phone chargers) Puzzel spot- where I can roll it up and store it in a pvc tube. Sound/smell proof bathroom wTub (water trough w/ cheap coating. Sound proof the house. I know I want this like I knew I wanted my tattoos. It's something that has appealed to me since I was young going camping a dozen or more times in a summer. I went with Grandma and Grandpa all the time by myself. We'd go fishing, and I would get to ride my bike everywhere, explore the woods and the river. Get dirty xD They taught me 3 different ways to make a fire by age 8. That was my favorite times. Sitting around the fire and talked about stuff or just watched the fire dance together. Sometimes they'd told stories. Ones I've heard a million times, but this next time.. it might be a bit different. Just one more detail, one more inch, one more foot longer. Those fish sure knew how to grow, some can get the size of a whale. XD Okay I made myself laugh, I feel better now. I did lots of self care today. I am worth the effort to get well. -Spread Love-

[advancingdiversity]

Continuing Education Manager - International Association of Forensic Nurses - Telecommunting, MD

POSITION:Continuing Education ManagerDEPARTMENT:OperationsCLASSIFICATION:ExemptREPORTS TO:COOThe Continuing Education Manager is designed to lead all aspects of IAFN?s American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) providership and approvership for nursing continuing education credit in live and online ... http://ift.tt/2nk2Van Education Manager/International Association of Forensic Nurses/?site_id=22267 This content originally appeared on AdvancingDiversity.com