How early do you get up for work

Mar 5, 2020 38 Comments

And what's your morning routine. I've heard some banks let you come in later, like 9 or 10. We used to have to be in at 8. But some days I'd have calls at 5am. πŸ˜–

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  • Barclays PLC / Other
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    I believe in taking care of myself, and a balanced diet and a rigorous exercise routine. In the morning, if my face is a little puffy, I'll put on an ice pack while doing my stomach crunches. I can do a thousand now. After I remove the ice pack I use a deep pore cleanser lotion. In the shower I use a water activated gel cleanser, then a honey almond body scrub, and on the face an exfoliating gel scrub. Then I apply an herb-mint facial masque which I leave on for 10 minutes while I prepare the rest of my routine. I always use an after shave lotion with little or no alcohol, because alcohol dries your face out and makes you look older.

    Nah I wake up at 7 and have a 30 min commute
    Mar 5, 2020 3
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    We're generally expected to come in at 9 AM but people walk-in anytime around 9-10 AM. My morning routine is pretty standard, but I've started to add some 5-minute meditations prior to starting my day. Definitely helps get your mind sharp and relaxed for the busy day ahead. I would definitely recommend downloading headspace.
    Mar 5, 2020 1
  • The Riverside Company
    Lamar o

    The Riverside Company

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    east coast guys get in around 9am it feels like unless they follow the market.
    west coast gets a bit earlier because they likely work with east coast guys
    5am calls are brutal... anything before 7am is ridiculous
    Mar 8, 2020 1
    • Usually the teams in NYC try to accommodate the teams on the West Coast by scheduling morning calls a bit later / with a preference towards the afternoon in order to prevent the 5am calls for the West Coast guys
      Mar 18, 2020
  • I wfh have been for several years. I wake up by 7 am, meditate, play with my son and then sign in between 9 - 10. Most of my meetings are after 10. I like this routine.
    Apr 1, 2020 0
  • Have been working remotely for a few years - I get up at 7 daily, work out for an hour, shower, eat breakfast and start at 8:30 promptly every day. Strict regiment helps maintain a balanced life. Be good to yourselves, especially if you’re not going into the office.
    Mar 29, 2020 0