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The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many aspects of our lives, especially the way we work. Much of the population are now working from home and having to adjust to a new way of life. As such, it's understandable to feel anxious and stressed with so many changes and unpredictability. Here are some tips on how to manage your mental health while working from home.  Stay connected- Keep in touch with your workmates through email and video chats, even if it's just to check in with each other. That being said, unplug when needed- If the news is adding to your...

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With offices and businesses shut down worldwide, there's been a giant shift to working from home. While working remotely is nothing new for some people, for most it is a huge adjustment. Here are seven working from home tips to help! Keep a routine While your regular 9-5 schedule may no longer work (especially if you have kids!), it's important to have a weekday routine to keep you on track. Try to wake up and go to bed at a consistent time. Get up every morning like you are going to work and make sure you start and end at...

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With schools closed until further notice, many families are experiencing a different way of learning for the first time. Homeschooling can be a difficult adjustment, so we put together ten reasons why SmartSheets can be a great addition to your new routine. 1. No need to buy a clunky whiteboard 2. SmartSheets are portable and lessons can take place in any room of the house 3. SmartSheets are electrostatically charged so there's no need for tacks, tape or glue 4. Using markers and SmartSheets is less messy than a blackboard and chalk 5. SmartSheets can be adjusted to the height of your...

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We know that people use SmartSheets for planning and taking notes at meetings, but we encourage you to think outside that blue box! We've seen some cool other uses for SmartSheets and thought we'd share them with you!Window shadesDo you get a glare from the sun certain times during the day? If curtains or blinds are not an option, use a sheet to create a window shade. If it's an odd shape, you can even cut it into the correct dimension. Table clothNeed to cover or protect a table in a pinch!? Use some SmartSheets! There won't be any overhang...

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Have you ever dreamed of running your own business? Being your own boss does seem appealing, but it's safe to say it's not for everyone! Successful entrepreneurs often have similar skillsets and traits- some that can be learned and others that come naturally. Here's a list of seven that can help you determine whether or not entrepreneurship might be right for you!An entrepreneur should be a self-starterWithout a boss giving direction and timelines, entrepreneurs need to be able to get the ball rolling themselves. A good business owner should identify what needs to be done and follow through with the...

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