pick up with Christy

Working from home or remote work has its challenges and opportunities.

If you do it right, working from home can be a positive and rewarding experience for you, your family and your employer.

Follow these tips to get the most out of working from home.

#1 Have all tools in place

Think about many of the things you might need in your office.

A computer, phone, printer, WiFi, and an organised space are given. But you will also need paper, ink, possible letter head, pens, sticky notes. Make sure all are in place.

#2 Set clear boundaries

If you have children who are learning at home or who come from school while you’re still working, they need clear rules about what they can and cannot do during that time.

#3 Remove distraction

Your space should be free from distraction such as family, pets, home telephone, the television, even an attractive view if you are new to telecommuting.

Be aware of technology distraction. There are so many things you can do with Internet access.

The time you spend on scrolling through social media during work hours translate into more time you’ll need to work.

Occasional check are okay but use a timer to be sure an hour hasn’t passed without you noticing.

#4 Stop multitasking

Dividing your attention means you are not really paying attention to either activity.

Better to focus on one thing at a time, crop it off your list and move on.

#5 Set a separate space for your work area.

Designate an area of your home specifically for work.

This could be an empty or spare bedroom that you convert to a home office. If you are pressed for space , you can set up a desk for your computer and office supplies.

#6 Set specific work hour.

If you are going to make working from home an everyday commitment, then set specific business or work hour.

The beauty of working from home is that you can be flexible in setting your working hours.

Enforce a hard limit at the end of the day. Distance yourself from work , so you don’t work non-stop

#7 Use a planner

Apart from making a to do list, get into the habit of using a calendar or a planner.

Use a planner to log all task and activities, no matter if you work remotely or in the office. Plan the work and work the plan.

#8 Take short breaks

Although taking breaks might seem counterproductive, research had shown that taking breaks can actually increase productivity and creativity levels.

If you don’t have work-life balance, then you won’t last too long working at home.

#9 Assess your progress

It is important to organise your work in such an easy way as you are able to quickly and clearly see what to have accomplished.

Make use of your favourite calender app to keep track if this.

However you approach it, you need to be clearly determine that you are on target to reach your goals.

#10 Take care of yourself

It is hard to do your best when you don’t feel your best.

Get up at a regular time and get dressed. Have your breakfast and coffee before work if that’s your habit. Also set regular breaks and quiting time.

Most of all avoid the temptation to work when it should be family time and remember to exercise and get enough sleep.

MAKING WORK FROM HOME EASIER!

Be sure to share some of your work from home tips on the comment section below.

Lots of love ❤