When you work from home, it can be easy to get distracted by chores or other errands that need to be completed. But if you want to keep your business running smoothly and maintain a healthy work/life balance, staying productive is key.
Here are ten tips for staying busy when you work from home.
There are a lot of upsides to working from home, but it can be difficult to stay focused and productive if you’re not used to your new surroundings.
There’s a tendency for the lines between work and home life to blur in the minds of those who work from home, leading to increased stress levels if you don’t manage your time well. Plus, it can get lonely if you’re never around anyone but yourself during the day.
To help you stay sane and productive while working from home, I’ve put together 10 tips that I use myself and recommend to others. You’ll also find these beneficial if you’re just trying to be more productive at your current job!
Working from home can be a great perk. You don’t have to worry about that dreaded office commute, you can work in your pajamas and you’re free to set your own schedule. But as great as all that sounds, it also means you are in charge of yourself and how busy you stay. And no one is looking over your shoulder making sure you’re being productive.
If you’ve ever worked from home for any length of time, you know that distractions are everywhere! Your bed is so close and oh-so-cozy, the dishes need to be washed and there are always errands to run. But if you want your business to thrive, you have to stay busy. So what’s a freelancer to do? Here are some tips for staying busy when working from home:
1. Get Dressed
2. Set An Alarm
3. Keep Regular Office Hours
4. Prioritize Your Tasks
5. Change Up Your Work Space
6. Take Breaks
7. Exercise In The Morning
8. Maintain A Social Life
9. Make A To-Do List
10. Just Say No
1. Make a Schedule
2. Stay on Top of Communication
3. Make a List
4. Keep it Professional
5. Get Out and About
6. Have Discipline
7. Take Breaks
8. Work From Elsewhere
9. Take Vacations Away From Home
10. Celebrate
1. Make Your Office Your Own
2. Designate A Workspace
3. Set Your Work Hours
4. Take Breaks
5. Create A To-Do List
6. Get Out Of The House
7. Connect With Co-Workers
8. Maintain A Positive Attitude
9. Stay Organized
10. Know When To Quit
1. Create a dedicated work space
2. Set regular office hours
3. Start your day with an inspiring routine
4. Take breaks during the day
5. Schedule your email time
6. Get dressed for work
7. Prioritize tasks
8. Make time for lunch
9. Maintain a healthy lifestyle
10. Reward yourself