I am at my best when I am working from home, a coffee shop, a beachside table or any other form of telecommuting. It's not that I don't enjoy
the physical location of my office and the people aren't any bother either. I
am completely adequate and efficient in all of my tasks but my soul feels a tad
empty when I am confined to normal things. Take me out of the office and you'll
see me thrive - my mind is free and unburdened, my dog will likely be with me
which does amazing things for the quality of your day. It takes a lot more to
ruffle my feathers when I'm hanging out with the pup in a grand spot. We have a
new deadline for a project? Not a problem if I'm offsite where I can take in the
news, breathe deeply, get a puppy kiss and make the new task schedule to get it
done. Give me that same situation at work and there's a bit of a sit and stare
time necessary to shift gears because the innovative side gets trapped.
Perhaps that is the root below this firmly planted ability
to thrive outside the office - innovators don't like routine and do not perform
with passion if stifled. We need to feel and be independent, trusted and
empowered. Most people I've worked with have done this but I still feel the
diminished effects of a few that didn't lead that way.
Having a particular space you connect with is so important if you are
wired this way. For those who are not craving this, it would be nearly torture
to work outside of the office. It truly takes all kinds to keep businesses
going, but an understanding of allowing your employees to work in their best
situation can build a solid team of efficient, happy and thriving individuals.
Is the office your comfort zone or do you need to be
released?
1 comment:
Great blog, Lois! It made me think. Seems that primarily I like to be connected, thus, my office. Yet, there is also that side of me that likes to work unconnected. Recently I even bought what I refer to as my 'baby laptop.' At 10" it's easy to type anywhere.
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