Avenor’s Naomi Hassam has adopted working meetings and Friday night drinks online, but remains productive and inspired to deliver innovative buildings. Find out more in #iworkinproperty
Naomi Hassam, Project Manager – Design, Avenor
What I love most about my job… I love the detail and complexity involved in coordinating the design and delivery of innovative buildings.
How my work has changed since Covid-19… I’ve adapted to being paperless, which is great for the environment. Video conferencing has replaced face-to-face communication with colleagues and consultants. Even Friday evening work drinks are now online!
How I’m adapting to the “new normal”… I’m really enjoying not having to commute to work and can be far more productive during these times. Trying to ensure that I maintain an exercise routine is really important and I’m managing my work life balance more now that work is in the home.
My new workday essentials are… Comfortable clothes are great, regular walks and an outside view to stretch my eyes are essential to me.
The innovative technology or idea I’ve embraced is… We’ve adopted ‘walking meetings’ where we work in a mobile capacity while getting the obvious physical benefit. I’m finding them fun and productive.
My advice to others looking to implement this… It’s important to try and make time to get up from your desk and move around your home.
My most valuable skill in challenging times… Adaptability and patience are always important.
My biggest inspiration… My children, partner and work have always inspired me.
One way I’ll work differently on the other side of this crisis… I’ll continue to print less paper documents. Also, I’ll increase working from home whenever possible and keep using video conferencing when practical.
What I’ve learned so far from 2020… I’ve learnt to be happy with less which is a great thing.
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