Working from home is convenient, helps you escape your long commute, and may even save you gas money. If you work from home, here are four productivity tips that will help you get more done daily and keep you motivated.
Invest in Comfortable Office Furniture
Depending on the dimensions of your room, you might want to get a desk, a comfortable chair with proper lumbar support, and perhaps a storage unit to keep paperwork and stationery contained and organized. Since you’re going to spend long hours at your desk, you mustn’t compromise on comfort or posture.
Set up An Office Space
This could be a quiet corner of your living room or a spare bedroom. When you designate an area of your home just for work, even sitting down at your workspace helps you focus and get more done. Make sure your workspace is distraction-free and functional, but feel free to make it your own with an indoor plant or a pretty picture in your eye line. Another advantage of having a workspace in your home is that it helps create a better work-life balance. Leaving your desk in the evening sends a signal to your brain to relax, unwind, and enjoy the rest of your evening.
Invest in Good Technology
There’s nothing more frustrating than a faulty internet connection or headphones with poor audio, or a broken mike. Buy a high-performance router and good-quality hardware and software. Whether you’re working for yourself, are a manager or team leader, or an individual contributor, good technology sets you up for success and helps you tick things off your to-do list faster.
Manage Your Time Effectively
Time management looks a little different for everyone. If you work flexible hours or have other responsibilities like childcare, you can set your work hours to when you are most productive. If you work a 9-5, make sure you set your work schedule accordingly. If you are running a meeting, prepare ahead so you can wrap up without wasting too much time. When you work from home, success depends largely on how you manage the hours you have.
