While no one could imagine that the world would be placed on pause while we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, we are happy to say that we are still fully functional at the DeWitt Law Firm. At this time, we have restricted all in-person contact, as our employees are working remotely. Fortunately, given the technology we already had in place, switching to a remote work environment was seamless. As we navigate our new normal, we asked our staff what the pros and cons are of working remotely from home. Joy Kincheloe (Intake Specialist) I enjoy saving money on gas and not having the stress of the commute. The time saved getting ready and the money saved on eating out for lunch is also a plus. However, I do miss the interaction with my coworkers and clients. Josh Fowler (Office Liaison) I enjoy the easier commute, and I can have as many free café lattes as I would like to drink, but the lack of lunch options is certainly disappointing. I can only eat a ham sandwich so many days in a row. Mat Sheehan (Paralegal) Many find the prospect of working from home to be a glorious one. For some, it is indeed just that. However, there are perks and drawbacks to working from home. Some of the pros are no commute in traffic, allowing everyone to be on time to work; the comfort of your home while working through a stressful situation; the ability to support your clients and still protect yourself and your family by limiting access to the public at large during pandemics such as the COVID-19 situation; enhanced focus on activity to ensure all necessary tasks are handled accordingly; and less social interference with work, as you are working in solitude. Of course, you cannot have pros without cons! The cons of working from home are fewer in my humble opinion but still present and valid. To me, the cons for working at home are not having the full resources of the main office (large copier/ scanner); a somewhat decreased work/life balance, as there’s access to the work environment during “off” hours; social isolation (which for some is a pro, but for others, it can be detrimental); working around the “nonwork” noises (such as dogs barking, lawn maintenance, neighborhood activities, etc.); and finally, considering a part of your home to be your “work.” Pros and Cons of Working From Home
WHAT MAKES A PET A HERO? MY COOL DOG
As a guest writer for this newsletter, I’ve had the chance to cover some truly heroic pets. From Conan, the Belgian Malinois who helped in the fight against the Islamic State group, to Tama, the stray cat who saved a railway station in Japan, I’ve shared some incredible stories of animals that gained fame through their selflessness. But have you heard of my cool dog? My dog’s name is Rusty, and he has not saved a single train station. He really isn’t one for cats either, but I’d like to think he’d make an exception for Tama. That being said, my dog does have some qualities that make him newsletter worthy. Despite his name, Rusty’s the fastest Frisbee catcher at the local dog park. Of course, he doesn't usually want to give the disc back once he’s caught it — he takes pride in his work! But my dog, like any hero, has more talents than just physical prowess. He selflessly provides me with important reminders! Just as Lilou the therapy pig reminds travelers in the San Francisco International Airport to relax, Rusty reminds me to never leave the TV remote in an easy-to-reach location. I swear he chews them up like candy. And the brains on this dog are really something else. Sure, African giant pouched rats have been trained to sniff out land mines — saving dozens of lives — but ol’ Rust took just two weeks to become housebroken. I’m pretty sure that makes him some sort of genius. Plus he doesn’t drool nearly as much as my ex’s Newfoundland. Okay, so maybe none of that is on par with saving lives, fighting terrorism, or even just keeping a rural train station in business. Maybe Rusty is just a goofy mix with a big, lovable grin. But he’s my goofy mix, and one who loves getting me to grin along with him. That seems pretty heroic to me. Any pet can be a hero in the eyes of its owner. If you have a pet half as cool as Rusty, send our team an email and tell us about them!
In the end, I am just thankful we are able to continue to assist our clients in the safety and comfort of our homes.
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