This is mind numbingly obvious. I'd even say that it doesn't really come to the best conclusion, because going out to lunch takes far more time than lunch at yo

This is mind numbingly obvious. I'd even say that it doesn't really come to the best conclusion, because going out to lunch takes far more time than lunch at your company if they cater. Skype is the clear winner in efficiency. Want to have more efficient office hours? Split an hour into three parts and post the times to ohours.org or any of the other such sites. I did this when I had a bit more time a few months ago and loved it. A side note: one of my favorite social dances is knowing that the other person is going to pay for lunch or coffee but reaching for my wallet anyway. I'm happy and capable to pay for myself - hell I'd buy your meal if It makes you happy. But that moment when you start a lean and reach is the trigger to hear "oh, it is on me!" and it is golden It is similar to bending forward when with a group of people at lunch to imply everyone should now stand and leave.