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Work-from-Home Survival Tips – Including Hacks for Handling Kids

Being a working mom was challenging prior to the coronavirus shutdown — juggling work, racing to school or sports, planning quick, nutritious dinners, and giving my kids and husband all the attention they deserved. Then COVID-19 hit, and life changed. 

I’m not one who weathers change well, but within a few weeks — OK, maybe a month — I hit my stride. I get to see my kids more. I’m taking better care of myself and am enjoying work, tackling more issues and projects than ever before. 

This reset was about adapting and thriving, and the guidance of my teammates at Halbert Hargrove was key. I’ve always looked to my colleagues’ best practices and adopted what makes sense for me, but never more than now. Here are some gems from our team’s  

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