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Lockdown 2020/21 A Life at the Heart of Aspen Waite Tina Fincham
Tina.Fincham@aspen-waite.co.uk
Where does one begin as an office based person working in an office through Lockdown? We have had many challenges – office flood, new roof, decorators, keeping staff and clients safe especially during visits for the tax return period, keeping staff mentally sound and providing an ear for anyone in need of that little extra support.
Answering the telephone to clients, and forwarding to the relevant person or emailing the member of staff with regards to particular enquires
Well, I can honestly say attending the office daily has been rewarding from so many angles. Routine is very helpful (much better than being at home, sitting in your PJs). The office has been running as always during these times. Staff have been accessible to clients and we have achieved a good result. I have been coming in daily, which allowed the works that needed to be completed after the office flood were carried out. Cleaning has been carried out as per guidelines and probably more than was technically needed. Staff have remained Covid free, thank goodness.
Arrival at the office. Post is delivered, sorted, logged, emailed or handed to the relevant person
Answering the door and taking relevant paperwork and giving to relevant staff. Visiting Paul’s house routinely, to pick up work and then emailing it to Cora for typing
Paul and I have had some interesting moments during lockdown. We have laughed, danced, sung, cogitated and debated in the car whilst attending meetings. I think this has kept us both sane throughout these times and that’s just in the car!
It has been very rewarding attending range of meetings with Paul and dealing with clients concerns/ new business and R&D claims
