Nairobi, May 18 -- Despite the challenges posed by Covid-19 and anxiety by employees over their jobs, today I want to focus on the opportunities that we may easily miss or be quick to dismiss.

Whether working remotely or from the office, we've all gained some extra hours - remote workers have been spared from rising up early, the traffic jams, and home-to-office commutes.

These are extra hours that can be put into good use - reading, online freelance gigs, personal time of reflection, working out. You could pursue a course of interest, or improve your culinary skills, try some gardening or writing, the list is endless.

We have more time to spend with our families. Our children are now with us day and night. This is a great time to rewrit...