SUHAIL | CORONA DIARIES This is the first time that a pandemic of this kind has affected the human kind. How has this impacted you both from business perspective and personal perspective? The Corona virus surprised and shocked us with fear and panic, as it affected all aspects of our life. This is the first time a virus that affected the whole world killing nearly 800,000. From business perspective, it affected and caused severe damage to business sectors and millions of people lost their jobs worldwide. As from the personal perspective, we learned a new experience such as working from home, which is an enriching experience and made it easier for us and saved a lot of effort.
How do you see the post-Corona business scenario in the next one/two/five year period?
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In the absence of a Corona virus vaccine, I believe that life must return to normal with an extreme caution because this virus will remain for longer periods- may be for years. So we must adapt and prepare to live with it.
What has the lockdown/quarantine experience taught you? I learned the importance of always being careful; being hygiene, washing hands, etc. I also learned to be careful about the health of others around me, especially when sneezing, coughing and touching. My health has become number one priority in my life and I read a lot about health and I care about food that strengthens my immunity. Another good thing is that pollution levels around the world have decreased due to page of planes and factories.
In what ways Covid-19 has changed your style of working and living? It taught me to be very careful at work while taking precautionary measures such as wearing mask and using sanitizer often etc. As for the lifestyle, healthy food and sports have become the priority in my life because it contributes to building a healthy body and keep my immunity system strong.
Covid-19 has pushed people from traditional media to digital media/ digital commerce- Do you agree or will the traditional shopping model will continue? I think that digital media and trade will continue because it will save effort for people and make it easier for them, but there are some people who think that traditional media is the best and suitable for them.
Any Suggestions? People should return to their normal lives adapting to the current situation, taking enough precautions to prevent any infection.
“In the absence of a Corona
virus vaccine, I believe we should return to normal life with extreme precautions because this virus might remain for longer periods
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