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As someone who has been working remotely for the past two years, I understand the struggles and joys of this lifestyle. When I first started, I was pleased about the freedom and flexibility that came with working from home. But as time went on, I realized that it wasn’t always easy to stay motivated and productive in a home environment.
Staying Organized
When you’re working remotely, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the amount of work you have to do.
This can be tough, that’s why it’s important to stay organized and on track. This means setting regular work hours and sticking to them as much as possible. It also entails taking breaks throughout the day, just like at an office.
This helps to keep you focused and on-task, while also preventing burnout and fatigue.
Creating Workspace
Another critical part of working from home is establishing a dedicated workstation.
This might be a separate room or a corner of your living area, but it should be a place where you associate work. This helps to create a separation between your work and personal life, which is essential when you’re working from home.
Maintaining Productivity
When it comes to staying productive, there are a number of tools and resources that can help.
One of my favorite is the Pomodoro Method, which includes working for a certain length of time (typically 25 minutes) and then taking a short rest. There are also a variety of productivity apps and tools available, such as Trello and Asana, which can help you stay organized and on top of your tasks.
Managing Stress
Of course, working from home isn’t just about productivity. It’s also important to take care of your mental and emotional wellbeing.
You can wear your pajamas all day, watch sitcoms and eat ice cream for lunch (or any other time of day), and you don’t have to deal with traffic or long commutes is a huge advanced. I like to take a 10-15 minute break every hour or so to do some yoga or go for a walk outside. I also make sure to take a lunch break away from my desk, and try to practice mindfulness meditation whenever I’m feeling stressed or overwhelmed.
Staying Connected
Working remotely can sometimes feel isolating, but there are plenty of ways to connect with other remote workers and find resources to support you.
There are online communities like Remote Workers, Nomad List, and Digital Nomad Girls that offer support, advice, and networking opportunities. I recently attended a virtual conference for content creators, where I was able to connect with other writers and learn about new tools and strategies for creating content. You can also attend virtual events or webinars to learn new skills or connect with others in your industry.
It was a great way to feel connected to a community of like-minded people, even though we were all working from different locations.
Conclusion
You may be wondering how you can make the most of your time and energy while working from home. The answer is simple:
Take advantage of time zones. If you live in a different time zone than your coworkers, use this to your advantage! If they’re busy at work when it’s early morning for you, take the opportunity to get some extra sleep or go for a run before they arrive. Then when they’re working late into the evening, do some household chores or relax with friends and family instead of staying glued to your computer screen all day long (unless that’s really what works best for you).* Stay productive and motivated.*
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