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The New Corner Office

How the Most Successful People Work from Home

Laura Vanderkam

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Task-Based Productivity+
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Remote Relationships+
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Question 1 of 7
What is the recommended approach for measuring productivity when working from home?
  • A. Tracking the exact number of hours worked per day using timesheets.
  • B. Evaluating performance based on tasks completed rather than time spent.
  • C. Matching the traditional nine-to-five schedule to maintain consistency.
  • D. Waiting until the end of the month to review all completed projects.
Question 2 of 7
What is the purpose of keeping a daily 'to-done' list?
  • A. To report your daily activities to your manager for micromanagement purposes.
  • B. To record everything accomplished each day to help refine future time management.
  • C. To replace the traditional to-do list entirely so you feel less stressed.
  • D. To document the hours you were away from your desk for HR compliance.
Question 3 of 7
How does the author suggest remote workers handle the absence of a daily commute?
  • A. Start working immediately upon waking up to maximize productivity.
  • B. Create new rituals, like a short walk or journaling, to mark the boundaries of the workday.
  • C. Use the extra time to catch up on household chores before checking emails.
  • D. Keep a strict nine-to-five schedule to simulate the feeling of being in an office.
Question 4 of 7
Which of the following is a suggested strategy for fostering personal connections with a remote team?
  • A. Keeping all communication strictly professional to maximize efficiency.
  • B. Dedicating the first ten minutes of weekly video calls to casual chit-chat.
  • C. Mandating weekly in-person meetings at a local conference center.
  • D. Using monitoring software to ensure employees are collaborating.
Question 5 of 7
What is the 'List of 100 Dreams' used for in the context of remote work?
  • A. A brainstorming technique for generating new product ideas for the company.
  • B. A team-building exercise to share personal hobbies with coworkers.
  • C. A tool to check in with personal and professional goals to maintain ambition.
  • D. A daily checklist to ensure all household and work tasks are completed.
Question 6 of 7
According to the text, why is it beneficial to keep exercise equipment like resistance bands or a yoga mat in your home office?
  • A. To simulate a corporate gym environment and impress clients on video calls.
  • B. To integrate short workouts into breaks, helping to maintain health and focus.
  • C. To replace the need for outdoor activities and stay at your desk longer.
  • D. To qualify for corporate wellness stipends provided to remote workers.
Question 7 of 7
What actionable advice is given to combat the lack of variety that often comes with working from home?
  • A. Rearrange your home office furniture every month.
  • B. Take on additional projects outside of your normal scope of work.
  • C. Go on little adventures, like cooking a new recipe or exploring a new neighborhood.
  • D. Rotate working from different coffee shops every day of the week.

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The New Corner Office Summary & Overview

The New Corner Office (2020) is a practical guide to succeeding in the world of remote work. This timely tome is filled with sensible advice for remaining creative and productive while working from home.

Who Should Listen to The New Corner Office?

  • Remote workers seeking new success strategies 
  • Managers skeptical about the benefits of remote work
  • Anyone looking to stay productive while working from home

About the Author: Laura Vanderkam

Laura Vanderkam is an author, podcaster, and productivity expert. Her acclaimed advice books on time management include titles like Off the Clock and What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast.

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