Monday, December 30, 2024

Maybe A Dog?

1 in 4 remote employees say working remotely has led to a decline in their social skills

Remote workers say they struggle more now with feeling self-conscious, small talk, and maintaining eye contact

I have worked with students who got a dog to stop being shut ins, often because of PTSD. They want the companionship, and they want a dog to help facilitate creating new personal relationships outside of home.

I would recommend that some of these remotely working employees get a dog. Get a very social and friendly looking dog, and when work is over, take that dog places. Just remember, once you have those new relationships, don’t abandon the dog as if the dog was only a tool for your self-improvement. Plus, relationships come and go, but a dog's loyalty lasts for a lifetime.

Plan accordingly.


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