There are many things I wouldn't consider myself an expert on, but when it comes to working remotely, I have decades of practical experience. I've always considered it a privilege because many people don't have that option. However, being a journalist means I can work anywhere with a computer and internet access.

I have edited copy in hospitals, in doctor's offices, while waiting at school events, and anywhere else I can grab a few quiet minutes. That has allowed me to develop an amazing ability to ignore background noise and focus on a project (having three kids probably contributed to this ability), but it is a learned skill that has proven quite valuable.