Multiple matching
You are going to read an article about four people. For questions 1-10, choose from the people (A-D). The people may be chosen more than once.
Four people talk about working from home
Working from home: benefits, challenges, and advice
Marta
When my company offered remote work, I accepted immediately. I’m naturally enthusiastic about having more control of my day: I can start early, take a proper lunch break, and even do a short workout without wasting time commuting. The surprise was how much I missed casual conversations. At first, I felt disconnected, as if I was doing tasks for a machine rather than for a team. Now we have a short video call every morning, which helps. I also recommend creating a clear workspace. I tried working from the sofa and my back complained after a week, so I invested in a basic chair and it made a huge difference. My main concern is that people think working from home is ‘easy’. I actually work more hours unless I set a firm finish time and switch my laptop off.
Which person describes missing the informal chats that used to happen naturally at work?
Which person recommends setting up a proper place to work because an uncomfortable position caused physical pain?
Which person had a problem with concentrating because of their living situation and other people at home?
Which person expresses concern that remote working makes it harder for newcomers to ask simple questions and get support?
Which person recommends organising the day into planned periods so they don’t spend the whole time reacting to messages?
Which person mentions that being at home reduced interruptions, helping them stay on difficult tasks?
Which person describes creating a ‘fake commute’ to separate work time from personal time?
Which person recommends meeting colleagues face-to-face occasionally because it improves relationships and online communication?
Which person mentions being annoyed that video calls are arranged for issues that could be handled in writing?
Which person recommends updating others on your work so you don’t become invisible when managers don’t see you every day?
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