WFH Daily

Natalie Jones had to make her highstreet shop survive online after the pandemic shut it down. Now she looks back on the changes she had to make to survive, and what the future could look like.  Caro Somerset: https://www.carosomerset.com/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com How have you ben managing the switch to online business? Let us know! And if you have questions...

How can you make podcasts and videos when you're not able to meet anyone in-person? James Mulvany of Podcast.co has a load of answers, and takes us through how to get the most out of lockdown productions.  James Mulvany: https://www.podcast.co/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com     Have you been making content in lockdown? How have you been finding the process? Let u...

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 Se...

What happens when you take an office full of creative people and lock them all away at home? James Mulvany found out when his businesses went into lockdown thanks to the pandemic. In this episode Harry and James discuss the journey, and some of the unexpected positives that were found along the way.  James Mulvany: https://www.podcast.co/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcas...

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 ques...

Being furloughed with a new child temporarily solves a childcare problem, but for Harry’s wife Pip, that’s about to come to and end. What do we do? They go for a walk and talk through their experiences dealing with a pandemic whilst learning to parent. Featuring the dulcet tones of 1 year old Bertie.  For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com    Have you been jugglnig childc...

Your posture is really important, but we don't give it the attention it deserves. The home office or desk might not be set up to best take care of our bodes, and in this epsiode we take a look at what you can do to care for your back.  How to work from home comfortably: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20200508-how-to-work-from-home-comfortably-ergonomic-tips-covid-19 Some actionable tips and...

How do you take a brick and mortar shop online during a pandemic? Is that a pivot you can make effectively? Harry talks to Natalie Jones about her experience in taking her shop Caro Comerset online, and the opportunities and challenges she's faced.  Caro Somerset: https://www.carosomerset.com/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com Do you work with brick and mortar shops?...

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://wf...

It's OK to not get anything done when your children have the run of the house, says Steve Folland, presenter of 'Doing it for the Kids' podcast. Steve and Harry discuss Playdough and parenting amidst a pandemic.  Steve Foland: 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 are you...

Working from home isn't for everyone, nor should it be. In this episode we discuss an article that lays out some pretty potent cons to go alongside the pros of working remotely.  Are you in danger of living in a bubble?     We shouldn't all work from home:  https://mediatel.co.uk/news/2020/05/20/jan-gooding-we-shouldnt-all-work-from-home     For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpod...

In this episode we talk about Barclays, Mastercard, and other big organisations that are letting their employees work from home for longer, and in some cases, forever. Also, would you take a paycut to work from home? RBS Goes Remote: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2020/may/21/rbs-staff-work-from-home-september-bank-covid-19-safety Mastercard lets employees work from home 'until ready': https...

How is our virtual journey along Hadrian's Wall coming along, and is it worth doing for you and your team? What is journalling, and how could it help us when working from home?  The Conqueror Challenge: https://www.theconqueror.events/hadrians/ Journalling: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/25/style/journaling-benefits.html For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com What are yo...

Harry talks to Steve Folland - serial podcaster, multimeda producer, and father. The two discuss working with the kids, how to track your projects and tasks, and why it might be better to wait a few days beofre replying to that 'urgent' email.  Steve Folland: https://stevefolland.com/ Doing it for the Kids: http://www.doingitforthekids.net/diftk-podcast/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out...

Harry talks to Louise Deverell-Smith - founder of Daisy Chain - about balancing family, personal space, and work when they're all happening in the same place. 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 resource...

In this episode we discuss  the tools and techniques that we've been using to document and track our processes as a remote team. How did we choose them? and how do we use them?  Notion: https://www.notion.so/ Processkit: https://processkit.com/ Trello: https://trello.com For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com How do you track and formalise your processes? Do you know some...

In this episode, Alex and Harry discuss the easing of lockdown and the future of working from home. Will the world take its lead from Twitter and Bvlgari, and allow employees to work from home permanently? Or will we all be rushing to get back into the office? Twitter goes WFH: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/may/12/twitter-coronavirus-covid19-work-from-home Bvlgari does the same: http...

In this episode, we talk about our experience with playing Pictionary with our remote 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....

Harry connects with Louise Deverell-Smith, founder of Daisy Chain, to talk about working from home with the kids, staying connected, and how to manage your managers whilst working remotely.  Daisy Chain is a platform that connects parents to family-friendly employers: https://daisy-chain.com/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com How are you managing in the new WFH world...

How can I feel connected when working remotely? What can I do to take care of my back when sitting at my desk all day? And how, for the love of god, can I see some free shows at the Royal Albert Hall??? How to work social interaction into your day: https://skillcrush.com/blog/working-remotely-tips/ Watch your back! https://time.com/5821252/back-pain-work-from-home-tips/ Royal Albert Home: https://...

In this episode we catch up on our exercise challenge, compare results, and set a new one that lets multiple people walk, bike, and run towards the same shared goal!  Yoga with Adrienne: https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene The Conqueror Challenge: https://www.theconqueror.events/hadrians/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com What are your experiences with keepi...

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. Zoom: https://zoom.us/ Whereby: https://whereby.com/ For more #WFH tips and resources check out http://wfhpodcast.com What are your experiences with working fr...

In this episode we discuss the communication and collaboration tools that we use at Lower Street, why we chose them, and how we get the most out of them. Slack: https://slack.com/intl/en-gb/ Trello: https://trello.com/ G-Suite: https://gsuite.google.com/ ProcessKit: https://processkit.com/ Calendly: https://calendly.com/ Superhuman: https://superhuman.com/ For more #WFH tips and resources check ou...

How do we keep our eyes safe and healthy when we're spending so much time staring at screens? Can I keep my phone at arms-length, save myself from the distraction, and plant some trees too? And, can I re-capture some of the lost concert and festival experiences from the comfort of my own home? (why yes, yes you can) Looking after your eyes (get it?): https://www.specsavers.co.uk/covid19-care/at-ho...

What are some actionable tips for staying productive when working from home? How can I conduct daily check-ins on Slack? And how can cut a rug when all the clubs and pubs are closed? inc.com have made this guide to productivity: https://www.inc.com/john-rampton/15-ways-to-increase-productivity-at-work.html Tatsu have made their standup meeting integration for Slack free! https://tatsu.io/ United W...