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WFH Daily

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You are not alone! Join our community of listeners navigating working from home for the first time.

WFH is a show to help you stay connected, productive, and sane while working remotely. Less than 10 minutes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

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Episodes

How to Work From Home with Kids. Frankie Tortora - Doing it for the Kids.

August 28, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MB

Getting work done and, more importantly, preserving your sanity whilst working from home is really important. In this episode Harry talks to Frankie Tortora about her experience working from home with kids, what helps keep her productive, and how to keep yourself motivated and accountable outside of the office.    Frankie Tortora https://francescatortora.com/    Doing it for the Kids: http://www.doingitforthekids.net/diftk-podcast/    For more #WFH tips and resources check o...

A New Job, but No Office, and the Siren’s Call of Biscuits. Real WFH stories with Michael Bird

August 26, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.3 MB

What do you do when you start a new job, and not long after the world goes into lockdown? And, more importantly, how do you avoid those pesky tasty biscuits in your cupboard that have been calling your name all morning…     Michael Bird: https://twitter.com/miclbrd?lang=en-gb   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com     Have you found the right work-life balance for yourself?  Or are you still figuring it out like the rest of us? We love talking abou...

The Power of Procrastination, and finding connections online when Working from Home. Sian Meades-Williams - Freelance Writer.

August 24, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MB

No really, procrastination does have its benefits! In this episode Harry talks to Sian Meades-Williams about her productive procrastination, and how social media can be a force for good in your social life.    Sian Meades-Williams: https://www.sianmeadeswilliams.com/    For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com     Have you found the right work-life balance for yourself?  Or are you still figuring it out like the rest of us? We love talking about all th...

How to Manage your Mental Health, and your Colleagues Mental Health, at Work. Faye McGuinness - MIND

August 21, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.2 MB

Here are some actionable tools and processes for managing the mental health of yourself and others at work from the mental health charity MIND’s Head of Workplace Wellbeing Programmes Faye McGuinness. Harry and Faye talk about it from the perspective of both employee and manager, and outline some things you can start doing now to make a difference in the workplace.     MIND: https://www.mind.org.uk/   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Are you...

Forgotten and Floundering, or Focused and Flourishing - What’s the Future of Remote Work? Sean Blanda - Crossbeam.

August 19, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MB

We love to talk about the positives of remote work - but it isn’t without its pitfalls. In this episode Harry talks to Sean Blanda again about his article that highlights the potential issues with remote working, and the two discuss what can be done to avoid them.    Sean Blanda: https://www.seanblanda.com/   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Have you hit any of these WFH potholes? We love talking about all things remote work, and we’d love t...

Balance, Care, and Mario Kart - Making WFH Work for You. Sian Meades-Williams - Freelance Writer.

August 17, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 11.4 MB

Work life balance is the name of the game these days, and everyone’s having trouble getting it right. In this episode Harry talks to Sian Meades-Williams about her work life balance in the new normal, and why we should take it a bit easier on ourselves right now.    Sian Meades-Williams: https://www.sianmeadeswilliams.com/   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Have you found the right work-life balance for yourself?  Or are you still figuring i...

Mental Health and Remote Working - What can we do? Faye McGuinness - MIND

August 14, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 12.2 MB

We know how important mental health is in the workplace, but how do we act on that? In this episode Harry talks to Faye McGuinness from mental health charity MIND about staying sane in the midst of Covid.    MIND: https://www.mind.org.uk/   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    How have you been safeguarding your mental health?  We love talking about all things remote work, and we’d love to talk to you about it! Email us at: [email protected]   ...

Kids, Community, and Compassion - How to Avoid Going it Alone When Remote Freelancing. Frankie Tortora - Doing it for the Kids.

August 12, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MB

It’s been a weird year, and it’s been doubly weird and hard for those with kids. In this episode Harry talks to Frankie Tortora about the importance of community and togetherness when remote freelancing - especially in the midst of a pandemic.    Frankie Tortora https://francescatortora.com/   Doing it for the Kids: http://www.doingitforthekids.net/diftk-podcast/   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Have you been navigating remote work life...

Is the Future of Remote Work Really Going to Suck? Sean Blanda - Crossbeam

August 10, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MB

You may remember us discussing an article about the negative side of remote work in a recent episode. In this episode we talk to the author of that article to hear more about his vision of the possible negative consequences of a remote work culture.    Sean Blanda: https://www.seanblanda.com/   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Has remote work benefited you and your job? Or have you had experiences with the issues raised in this episode?  We ...

Who Won our Competition? Was it you? What’s the Future of the Show? A Conversation.

August 08, 2020 07:00 - 7 minutes - 11 MB

Did you win our prize for responding to the survey? Tune in and find out on today’s show. Also, find out what we’re planning for the future of the show, it’s all very exciting!   Just because the survey competition is over, doesn’t mean that we’re closed for input! Reach out to us with any and all thoughts and feedback, it’s appreciated.    For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Got something you’d like to talk to us about? We’d love to talk to you...

Starting the Freelance WFH Journey, and Bringing the Watercooler to You. Sian Meades-Williams - Freelance Writer.

August 06, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13 MB

How do you become a freelance writer? And how do you connect with other writers and job opportunities once you’ve left the office? Harry talks to writer and award winning newsletter-er Sian Meades-Williams about her journey and what she’s learned along the way going from staff writer to freelance pen-for-hire.    Stand by for the winners of our WFH survey prize - to be announced soon!   Sian Meades-Wiliams: https://www.sianmeadeswilliams.com/   For more #WFH tips and resource...

Burnout and Presenteeism - the State of Mental Health in the Workplace. Faye McGuinness - MIND

August 03, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 12.8 MB

What’s really going on with mental health in the workplace? Harry talks to Faye McGuinness about a study done by MIND into the state of mental health in the workplace, and the pair discuss how remote working and lockdown have affected everyone over the past few months.    Stand by for the winners of our WFH survey prize - to be announced soon!   Mental Health and Employers Study: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/658...

How to Cook Quickly and Healthily when Working from Home with Dale Berning Sawa. WFH Rewind

July 31, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13 MB

Working from home means being within easy reach of the fridge and food cupboards. In this episode we talk to culture and food writer Dale Berning Sawa about cooking great meals quickly and easily, and how to maintain a healthy relationship with the kitchen when stuck within arms reach of it at home.    Dale berning Sawa: https://www.daleisloup.com/   Simple healthy meals: https://www.theguardian.com/food/2020/apr/30/lunch-25-delicious-dishes-quiche-quesadillas   Pickling and...

What is the Future of Remote Work? We Discuss a New Study with Ingrid Ødegaard. WFH Rewind

July 30, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 12.6 MB

A study of 1500 UK business owners and employees has found some really interesting information on the future of remote work, and how it will affect us. Harry talks to the commissioner of this study, Ingrid Ødegaard, founder of video calling service Whereby.  The study: https://whereby.com/information/blog/guides/whereby-research-reveals-impact-of-the-covid-19-pandemic-will-have-on-the-future-of-work-in-the For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com What do...

Beat Stress by Changing How you Watch the News. WFH Rewind

July 29, 2020 07:00 - 7 minutes - 9.88 MB

It's important to keep abreast of the news, especially these days, but often it leaves you feeling stressed and anxious. In this episode we discuss how you can consume the news without the news consuming you.  How to Cope when the News Makes you Fell Stressed and Depressed: https://www.calmmoment.com/wellbeing/how-to-cope-when-the-news-makes-you-feel-stressed-and-depressed/ Seven Strategies for Self Care: https://psychcentral.com/blog/depressed-by-the-news-here-are-7-strategies-...

Beat Procrastination and Balance Work and Home with Steve Folland. WFH Rewind

July 28, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 12 MB

Steve Folland, Producer and podcaster extraordinaire, talks to us about procrastination, balancing work and home life, and what the future of the office might be.  Steve: https://stevefolland.com/ Doing it for the Kids: http://www.doingitforthekids.net/diftk-podcast/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com How do you avoid procrastination? Let us know! And if you have questions or ideas for us, send us an email! [email protected]     Did you like th...

Lockdown Survival Tips to Keep you Healthy and Sane from Louise Deverell-Smith. WFH Rewind

July 27, 2020 07:00 - 7 minutes - 10.5 MB

Harry talks to Louise Deverell-Smith of Daisy Chain about fitness, fatigue, and why you shouldn't compare yourself to others in lockdown. Louise is the founder of Daisy Chain, which is a free online platform for parents where they can match + connect with flexible employers to enhance their careers and work-life balance: https://daisy-chain.com/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com How do you stay rested during lockdown? Do you know someone we should...

Team Building and Games With a Remote Team. WFH Rewind

July 24, 2020 07:00 - 7 minutes - 10.8 MB

In this episode, we talk about our experience with remote team building and playing Pictionary with our distributed team. How did we do it? Did it work? Will we do it again? Online whiteboard: https://awwapp.com/ Pictionary word generator: http://wordrawapp.com/online_generator.html Jack Box Party Games: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jackboxgames.JackboxPartyLoaderFull Online Escape Room: https://mindmaze.cz/en/online-teambuilding For more #WFH tips and ...

An Alternative to Zoom! WFH Rewind

July 23, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MB

Zoom is everywhere, it's become synonymous with video calling. But we've recently steered clear of the ubiquitous app, and found something else that works. In this episode we discuss our move away from Zoom, what we've switched to, and why. Hey! Complete this quick 5-question survey and we'll randomly select an entry to receive a £50 Amazon voucher. To fill out the survey, go to https://forms.gle/vuqjFEUrc3MZbuty5 Your feedback is massively important to us and will impact how we ...

Beat Video Call Fatigue, Back your Data up, and Protect your Neck. WFH Rewind.

July 22, 2020 07:00 - 6 minutes - 9.33 MB

Video calling is ubiquitous these days, and it can all be a bit tiring. What's causing it and what can we do to help ourselves out? Backing your data up is super important, how do you do it? Sitting at your desk all day isn't doing your neck any favours, we have a video to help you with that.

The Next Chapter of WFH Daily.

July 21, 2020 07:00 - 1 minute - 2.54 MB

It’s time for an update! New and tasty things are brewing in the WFH kitchen. If you want to get involved ,then please do fill out our survey, it means a huge amount to us!    We’re taking a break and sprucing up the show. We’ll be back soon with new, improved content. BUT in the meantime we’ll be re-playing our most popular episodes, so if you haven’t heard them you’re in for a treat.  Hey! Complete this quick 5-question survey and we'll randomly select an entry to receive a £50...

How to Eat Healthily When Working From Home. A Conversation.

July 20, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MB

It’s mid-morning and already the siren’s call of the fridge is luring you in to have another nibble of last night’s cake. It’s a common experience to find yourself eating more when working from home, and a global pandemic doesn’t help things either. In this episode we discuss some techniques for outsmarting the fridge and staying free from food infatuation.    How to avoid overeating when working from home: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20200331-how-to-eat-a-healthy-diet-w...

How Anxiety can Affect Your Focus when Working From Home. A Conversation.

July 17, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MB

It’s not exactly been a stress-free year so far, and that stress can have an effect on your focus. In this episode we take a look at an article on the BBC about memory and anxiety, and the interesting link between the two.    How anxiety affects your focus: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20200611-how-anxiety-affects-your-focus Hey! Complete this quick 5-question survey and we'll randomly select an entry to receive a £50 Amazon voucher. To fill out the survey, go to https:...

Did we Know WFH was the Future in 2013? One company did. A Conversation.

July 16, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MB

The office is dead, apparently. But is this remote working revolution anything new? If we look back to 2013, we find an example of one company that tried large-scale remote working, and discovered many things that we then forgot, and rediscovered during lockdown…    The Remote Work Experiment that Made Staff More Productive: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20200710-the-remote-work-experiment-that-made-staff-more-productive   Hey! Complete this quick 5-question survey and w...

How to Build Confidence When Working Remotely. Dale Berning Sawa - Writer and Journalist

July 15, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.4 MB

The first 18 months of remote working or freelancing can be really tough, both mentally and physically. In this episode we talk again to Dale Berning Sawa about taking care of yourself during that transition period, and building confidence for the future.    How to Work from Home and Stay Healthy: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/mar/25/extreme-loneliness-or-the-perfect-balance-how-to-work-from-home-and-stay-healthy   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http...

Snow, Savanna, or Space? The World’s Most Remote Jobs.

July 14, 2020 07:02 - 9 minutes - 12.7 MB

What are the most remote jobs in the world? And, more importantly, would we do them? In this episode we take a look at jobs in Alaska, Mexico, and a Simulated Version of Mars, to see what real isolation looks like.    The Loneliest Jobs on Earth: https://www.treehugger.com/loneliest-jobs-in-the-world-4863839   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Do you work remotely in isolation? Let us know! We’d love to talk to you about it! Email us at: wfh@...

Replaced, forgotten, and insecure. Is the Future of Remote Work Going to Suck?

July 13, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 12.6 MB

Remote working is here to stay, and that might not be a good thing according to the article we discuss on this episode. Should we see the new remote normal as a blessing or a curse? And yes, we do have opinions on this!   Our remote work future is going to suck? https://www.seanblanda.com/our-remote-work-future-is-going-to-suck/   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Are you optimistic about the future of remote work? Have you experienced any of...

This is WFH Daily

July 13, 2020 06:05 - 57 seconds - 1.34 MB

Stay connected, productive, and sane whilst working remotely. This is WFH daily, the show that brings you insights, stories, and great conversation from the experts and everyday practitioners of remote work.    Take a listen to our latest episode and get subscribed, you won't want to miss this.    Find us here: http://wfhpodcast.com     Email us here: [email protected]   

Should I Wear a Uniform when Working from Home? How Clothes and Music Help us Get Things Done. Dale Berning Sawa - Writer and Journalist.

July 10, 2020 07:00 - 7 minutes - 10.5 MB

Uniform or no uniform when working from home? Dress up or dress down? Can I use music to give different sections of my workday a theme? In this episode we talk again to Dale Berning Sawa about the role clothes and music play in our home-work lives, and if there are any hard and fast rules we need to stick by.    Dale berning Sawa: https://www.daleisloup.com/   Fix your clothes and buy less: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2020/jan/03/how-to-mend-more-and-buy-less   ...

Help us Decide the Future of the Show!

July 09, 2020 07:00 - 2 minutes - 3.05 MB

To fill out the survey, go to https://forms.gle/vuqjFEUrc3MZbuty5   Your feedback is massively important to us and will impact how we shape the show.   Thank you!   We'll be back tomorrow with more WFH goodies.   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com 

Cooking and Keeping Healthy when Working at Home. Dale Berning Sawa - Writer and Journalist.

July 08, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13 MB

Working from home means being within easy reach of the fridge and food cupboards. In this episode we talk to culture and food writer Dale Berning Sawa about cooking great meals quickly and easily, and how to maintain a healthy relationship with the kitchen when stuck within arms reach of it at home.    Dale berning Sawa: https://www.daleisloup.com/   Simple healthy meals: https://www.theguardian.com/food/2020/apr/30/lunch-25-delicious-dishes-quiche-quesadillas   Pickling and...

What can we Learn from the Dutch about Remote Working? A Conversation.

July 07, 2020 07:00 - 5 minutes - 7.68 MB

The UK and US are getting in the swing of remote working after so many months in lockdown, but what about the country that got a head start on them both? The Dutch are co-working natives, and in this episode Harry and Alex discuss the Netherland’s remote work culture.   What the Dutch can Teach the World About Remote Work: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20200623-what-the-dutch-can-teach-the-world-about-remote-work   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpod...

How to Get a Change of Scenery when Working from Home. A Conversation.

July 06, 2020 07:00 - 5 minutes - 7.5 MB

Harry and Alex have been switching things up in their home work spaces. Lockdown has been on for a long time, and staring at the same four walls can get boring and stressful. How can a move to a new flat, or just a re-shuffling of a room, revitalise your home office?   How to Re-Vamp your Setup: https://www.independent.co.uk/extras/indybest/house-garden/working-from-home-tips-design-inspiration-desk-setup-ideas-lockdown-a9593776.html   For more #WFH tips and resources check out...

Remote Team Building, Our Challenge Catch-Up, and Escape Rooms. A Conversation.

July 03, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MB

Harry and Alex catch up on their virtual walk of Hardian’s Wall challenge, and look ahead to the next remote team building event - a virtual escape room.    Virtual escape room: https://www.tryreason.com/moonshot/   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Have you been doing virtual team building?  Let us know! We’d love to talk to you about it! Email us at: [email protected]     Did you like this podcast? We'd really appreciate it if you could ...

How to Work Remotely as a Copywriter. Isobel - Lower Street

July 02, 2020 07:00 - 7 minutes - 10.3 MB

What does it mean to work remotely as a copywriter? What does the job entail? And can you force creative work? In this episode we talk to Isobel again, this time about her job and how she gets things done.    For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Do you have an interesting remote job? Maybe in an interesting place?  Let us know! We’d love to talk to you about it on the show! Email us at: [email protected]     Did you like this podcast? We'd reall...

Moving to Italy to Work Remotely, the WFH dream? Isobel’s Story.

July 01, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 12.4 MB

We’ve all thought about it. Heading somewhere with more sun or less noise to do our work. In this episode we talk to Copywriter  Isobel Pollard - who did just that. We discuss the how and why of the move, and if it’s all lived up to her expectations.    For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Have you made a move abroad to work remotely?  Let us know! We’d love to talk to you about it on the show! Email us at: [email protected]     Did you like thi...

What WFH Tools are you Missing from your Boss? Are the Youngest Members of the Team the Worst at Using them? Joe O’Halloran - Computer Weekly

June 30, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MB

What can employers do to better equip their employees for remote working? Are the young guns no good with tech? And what can we expect in the future from companies, now that everyone’s had a taste of WFH? We get the answers from Joe O’Halloran, networking editor at Computer Weekly.   Joe O’Halloran: https://www.techtarget.com/contributor/Joe-OHalloran?_ga=2.86028696.1279732753.1591961783-1589577468.1591961783   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com  ...

Is Lockdown Making my Internet Slower? How do I Make it Faster and more Reliable? Joe O'Halloran - Networking editor - Computer Weekly

June 29, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 12.3 MB

Everyone’s using their home internet all the time. Is this making everyone’s internet speeds and reliability worse? Today we talk to Joe O’Halloran, a journalist and internet expert, who takes through the why and how of getting good internet at home, and if the UK has been coping with the new increased demand.    Joe O'Halloran: https://www.techtarget.com/contributor/Joe-OHalloran?_ga=2.86028696.1279732753.1591961783-1589577468.1591961783   OFCOM Better Internet Connection Guid...

What do Employers and Employees Really Think About Remote Work? A Conversation.

June 26, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 11.1 MB

Everyone’s gone remote, but what does your colleague or your boss really think about it? We’re looking at data from the World Economic Forum about real experiences and attitudes towards remote working. Some of the conclusions may surprise you...   6 charts that show what employers and employees really think about remote working: https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/06/coronavirus-covid19-remote-working-office-employees-employers/   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http...

How do I Flourish in an Office Job Without an Office? A Conversation.

June 25, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.3 MB

It's not easy to take an office job and effectively recreate it at home, especially when it comes to feeling seen and appreciated by your co-workers and bosses. Today we discuss an article that provides plenty of strategies and tips to make the most of the new normal.   How to Succeed in Your Office Job When There Is No Office: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/21/business/work-home-coronavirus.html   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Are you w...

Working From Home is About to be a Permanent Fixture in all our Lives. Why? A Conversation.

June 24, 2020 07:00 - 7 minutes - 10.3 MB

Is work from home here to stay? Remote working is set to become a permanent part of our professional lives, but why is that? In this episode we discuss the financial and social forces behind this permanent shift.    Get A Comfortable Chair: Permanent Work From Home Is Coming: https://www.npr.org/2020/06/22/870029658/get-a-comfortable-chair-permanent-work-from-home-is-coming   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Are you returning to the office o...

Stuck at Home or Forced to Come in, What's the Future of the Office?

June 23, 2020 07:00 - 5 minutes - 7.84 MB

Will the return of the office mean a return to business as usual? This article says no, and it raises some very interesting points.    Coronavirus is going to tear your office in two: https://www.wired.co.uk/article/coronavirus-split-offices   For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Are you returning to the office or are you staying at home?  Let us know! And if you have questions or ideas for us, send us an email! [email protected]     Did you ...

Virtual Job Interviews and Unexpected Video Call Uses. Ingrid Ødegaard - Whereby

June 22, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.1 MB

How do you handle your virtual job interview? How do you conduct a virtual job interview? And is it ok to get drunk with colleagues on Zoom? In this episode we talk to Ingrid Ødegaard from Whereby about virtual job interviews and the weird use cases she's seeing for video calls.    Whereby: https://whereby.com/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Have you had experience with virtual job interviewing? Let us know! And if you have questions or ide...

How to Beat Loneliness. Loneliness Awareness Week Part 2

June 19, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 11.2 MB

How do you beat the feelings of loneliness during lockdown? In the second part of our Loneliness Awareness Week shows, we take a look at practical methods to keep yourself connected during these strange times.  How to Beat Loneliness when Living Alone: https://www.countryliving.com/uk/wellbeing/a32811817/beat-loneliness-living-alone/ Loneliness During Social Distancing: https://marmaladetrust.org/coronavirus/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    ...

Returning to Work, Shielding Relatives, and Figuring out Childcare. Pip and Harry Walk and Talk

June 18, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 12 MB

Lockdown is lifting in the UK, and now Harry and Pip have to figure out how to juggle childcare,  a return to work, and family members who need to stay in isolation. What to do? Featuring the adorable third musketeer, Bertie.  For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Have you been juggling childcare and remote work? We'd love to hear your experiences! And if you have questions or ideas for us, send us an email! [email protected]     Did you like this po...

Loneliness and Lockdown. How are People Being Affected? Loneliness Awareness Week Part 1

June 17, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 12.3 MB

Lockdown has affected all of us in some way, but for many it has been a time when they feel more lonely. In this episode we discuss what's been happening to people stuck at home, and some of the unexpected ways in which it's been affecting our society.    Young people are feeling lonely: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2020/jun/08/study-finds-half-of-16--to-24-year-olds-hit-by-lockdown-loneliness Women are feeling disproportionately lonely: https://www.theguardian.com/socie...

What is the Future of Remote work? Will Employee Wellbeing Soar in the new Remote work World? Ingrid Ødegaard - Whereby

June 16, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 12.6 MB

A study of 1500 UK business owners and employees has found some really interesting information on the future of remote work, and how it will affect us. Harry talks to the commissioner of this study, Ingrid Ødegaard, founder of video calling service Whereby.  The study: https://whereby.com/information/blog/guides/whereby-research-reveals-impact-of-the-covid-19-pandemic-will-have-on-the-future-of-work-in-the For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com What do...

How to Make a Live Show Remotely. James Mulvany - Podcast.co

June 15, 2020 07:00 - 7 minutes - 10.2 MB

How do you go live when your guest can't visit? In this episode we talked to James Mulvany of Podcast.co about his Linkedin live show, and how he puts it together on a weekly basis. Podcast.co: https://www.podcast.co/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Have you been making live content throughout lockdown? We'd love to hear from you!  And if you have questions or ideas for us, send us an email! [email protected]     Did you like this podcast? W...

Creating your own Personal Space, and Juggling Kids with Work. Natalie Jones - Caro Somerset.

June 12, 2020 07:00 - 7 minutes - 9.71 MB

Working from home can be hard, especially nowadays when it feels like everyone is living on top of each other. In this episode, Harry talks to Natalie Jones of Caro about working from home with the family, and how she satisfies her own need for personal space.  Caro Somerset: https://www.carosomerset.com/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com Have you been able to carve out space for yourself when working from home with the family? Let us know! And if ...

How to have productive and secure video meetings with Ingrid Ødegaard, founder of Whereby

June 11, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MB

Ingrid Ødegaard is the co-founder of Whereby, a video conferencing software based in Oslo, Norway. Harry and Ingird talk about how to make yourself heard on video calls, mansplaining, and how many people is too many on a call? Whereby: https://whereby.com/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com How do you navigate the weird world of video conferencing? Do you feel included or heard in larger meetings? Let us know! And if you have questions or ideas for...

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