Comments on: Challenge: Incorporate “Work Away” Into Your Work Week

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Fri, 10 Aug 2012 13:01:28 +0000

[...] philosophy is the guiding principle behind “Work Aways“ – a policy I instituted at my company a few months ago. The concept is simple: For at [...]

By: hardik

hardik — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 13:31:38 +0000

Hello. impressive job. I did not expect this. This is a great story. Thanks!

By: rebeccaodell1

rebeccaodell1 — Wed, 09 May 2012 18:54:39 +0000

Love this idea, Heather. I feel like I get my best creative ideas when I’m outside the office: whether it’s after a long run or during a long drive.

By: MollyBorchers1

MollyBorchers1 — Wed, 09 May 2012 15:14:37 +0000

Great post, Heather. I agree with your thinking on this and I bet team Geben will be even better (if that’s even possible!) for it! I believe that switching up your environment can be inspiring and stimulating.

By: shinytoyrobots

shinytoyrobots — Wed, 09 May 2012 13:23:56 +0000

I think that’s an excellent policy.

Variety in itself can be a big motivator. I know that I’m as likely to get into a rut working from home all the time as I am when I’m in an office environment. I work best when I have the opportunity to vary my working practices during the week, and have the flexibility to choose the right place for the right type of work.

By: Brooke Chavdar

Brooke Chavdar — Wed, 09 May 2012 12:55:58 +0000

I think Work Away is a wonderful idea! I share my office with a colleague and sometimes it’s difficult to work in a noisy environment. During those times when I need it to be quiet to concentrate, I move to a different part of the office, away from the hubbub. I find that that helps me be more productive not only because the environment is quiet, but also because it’s a change of scenery, which (for me personally) makes a difference.

When I was a student last year, I went to the quietest library on campus to study for finals and work on important term papers. I can get most things done anywhere, but sometimes certain projects call for a certain environment to get them done.

If I can’t go somewhere else to work, I find that taking short breaks every hour or so helps me refocus and stay on track. It could be listening to music, reading a couple pages of a book I’m really into or just getting up and walking around the office.

I’m sure your staff is going to really enjoy this new policy. I know I would if my office implemented it. Hmm… Maybe I can convince my boss.