Stories of #WFH – 2

Working from home is the new normal for many workers in all industries. Finding the balance isn't always easy when your home life and work life suddenly become one. At Bay Cities we want to highlight the stories of our team members as they #WFH. Read how Elayne, one of our graphic designers, is adapting to the change and what her biggest take away of #WFH.

What is your #WFH routine?

-Wake up

-Get ready for work (aka toss my hair in a creative bun & throw on a hoodie & leggings (because no other clothes fit now – preggo belly is growing, but my clothes are not!)

-Log onto my computer

-Check my emails

-Hop on Teams for our Graphics Morning Meeting

-Eating breakfast as I start working on jobs

-Get up for a snack

-Work more

-Eat lunch

-Come back and work

-Take a 15min break to get on elliptical

-Take a snack with water and get back to work

-Check the clock 

-Finish up the last projects

-Eat 1^st Dinner while working

-End my work day by saying goodbye to my team & logging off

What is your favorite part about #WFH?

I don’t get interrupted as much while working and I can play music on my speaker, rather than wear headphones. I also like that I don’t have to worry about packing my food for the day — I can just go into the kitchen and make myself a midday smoothie if I feel like it.

What is the most challenging part about #WFH?

I like being able to look at digital samples physically and being able to walk from one department to another to discuss the art with the CSR or Sales Rep. I have to rely on photos now, which is just not the same.

What are you reading?

-The Circle Maker by Mark Batterson

-The Baby Owner’s Manual: Operating Instructions, Trouble-shooting Tips, and Advice on First-Year Maintenance by Louis Borgenicht

What are you watching?

Just finished watching “All American”

Still debating on next show

How are you staying fit?

Using my home elliptical & just bought a yoga ball!

What is your socializing strategy? 

Zoom meetings

How do you buy necessities?

Amazon for items that can wait a bit

My husband goes out to cater to my cravings

My sister out for household groceries

What is your biggest take away from #WFH?

Teamwork and communication are even more important now because we are adapting to a new lifestyle. I’ve learned it has a lot of plusses while being pregnant – my home office is right across from the restroom and a short walk to the kitchen!