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Roughly four out of five readers responding to last week's Mainebiz survey said they were working remotely as a result of the coronavirus crisis. The proportion this week is probably even higher, and is likely to stay that way for a while.

Adjusting to the unusual digs may not be easy, and we recently published tips from communication experts on how to stay connected and focused while working from home.

But some Mainers are finding the new work settings and other limitations on business to be a benefit. We've heard of entrepreneurs who are using the down time to think creatively about their business strategies, senior execs inspired to set ambitious new career goals, and people finally making long-sought changes in their personal lives.

Perhaps you too have discovered a silver lining in being "together apart."

Are you seeing an upside to working remotely or sheltering in place because of the pandemic?
Yes (63%, 40 VOTES)
No (38%, 24 VOTES)
Poll Description

Roughly four out of five readers responding to last week's Mainebiz survey said they were working remotely as a result of the coronavirus crisis. The proportion this week is probably even higher, and is likely to stay that way for a while.

Adjusting to the unusual digs may not be easy, and we recently published tips from communication experts on how to stay connected and focused while working from home.

But some Mainers are finding the new work settings and other limitations on business to be a benefit. We've heard of entrepreneurs who are using the down time to think creatively about their business strategies, senior execs inspired to set ambitious new career goals, and people finally making long-sought changes in their personal lives.

Perhaps you too have discovered a silver lining in being "together apart."

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  • March 25, 2020

    The upside I see is the coming together of Americans to fight this virus, which has meant a putting aside of partisan vitriol. If only the kinder, more compassionate ways we are treating one another would remain after the virus is gone....