There are many advantages to working from home. But there are also some challenges. The most common problems remote workers in Brightwood encounter are staying productive and keeping their focus. Distractions and interruptions from work abound when you are at home. To make sure you become more effective when you work from home, it is important to plan your day the right way. With these tips, you can focus on your work and get more done each day.
“Commute” to Work
Although there is no more need to be on the road, it is still very helpful to “travel” to your home workspace even if it’s only in the next room. The practice of separating your workspace from where you sleep and relax trains your mind to stay more focused while you’re working.
Start Strong
The first 15 minutes of your workday is very important. The way you begin your day can set the tone for the rest of your working hours. Use those 15 minutes to ensure you are focused and ready to work productively. Organize your workspace and do some light stretches to prepare your muscles for the day ahead. When you do these, you prepare yourself for a productive workday.
Make a Schedule
Working from home also usually comes with a more flexible schedule. But when mismanaged, you might end up having lower productivity. Having a schedule will help you stay on track and will keep yourself from burning out too easily. Your daily schedule should include breaks for meals, relaxation time, and set times for checking email and social media. Frequent short breaks of 5 minutes for every hour have been shown to help maintain productivity. This will help your mind and body relax and will keep you from easily getting tired.
Focus on Health
Prioritize your health while you are working at home. This includes giving yourself a full lunch break so you remain productive. Healthy meals and snacks are always a good option. Hunger pangs will make you reach for what is easily available. Staying active can help you immensely as well. Incorporate a fun regular exercise activity into your schedule. Standing up & stretching often will also help a lot. Sitting for long periods may result in many debilitating health conditions. These health problems are easily avoidable when you move more during the day.
Go with the Flow
It is also easier to get more work done at home when you get to know yourself first. Observe when you are most awake and energetic during your entire day. Work with your natural rhythms and schedule larger tasks during these peak periods as you can usually do more than if you tried to do the same at a different time. If you need to clear your inbox or do another task before getting on to full work mode, do it. Just ensure that you schedule your time to take advantage of your natural high energy points of the day.
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