Hey Tina, I have a problem about this new policy that says we have to be in the office of a minimum of 4 days.
Look Marcus, I cannot do anything about it. This policy is in place to increase productivity!
Liuku: 2
Why is this such a big deal for you?
Because the office is very distracting and being here more often affects my child care needs!
Liuku: 3
I feel like this is all about micromanaging me!
Absolutely not! Upper management wants teamwork and I need everybody to collaborate and I need proof that we are being productive!
Liuku: 4
Okay, so if you need collaboration and fairness, I need quiet focus time and schedule flexibility
So what do you suggest in order to solve this problem?
Liuku: 5
Alright, how about the whole team does Monday/Thursday for in-office meeting and Tuesday/Friday at home working for quiet and focused work environment?
Are you able to work 7AM to 3PM? That way, it will also help you with childcare.
Liuku: 6
That's perfect! It will give the upper management the teamwork they want while keeping it fair for everybody in order to keep your focus!
Deal! I'm glad we can talk and work this through!