You’ve always thought that working from home would be such a breeze but, when tossed into the thick of it, you realize it isn’t all rainbows and lollipops. Working full-time from home can be stressful and complicated. Here are a few tips to help you navigate working from home for the first time.
1. Create your space.
Having a designated space in your home for work doesn’t mean that you have to have an office. What it does mean is having a space that is comfortable and quiet with enough space to work productively. Having a designated area for working allows you to be organized and work without having to relocate at each meal. You don’t have to work in this area 100% of the time, but setting up a space to work allows you to focus instead of worrying about who needs in the area you’re in.
2. Wake up before jumping into things.
So you’re used to waking up, taking a shower, drinking a cup of coffee or tea and then getting dressed for the day- working from home doesn’t mean you can’t or shouldn’t do those things. If you know this is what wakes you up, then, by all means, keep at it. Waking up, however you do, is important whether you drive into the office, or walk 50 feet from your bedroom to your home workspace. Personally, I have to get a cup of hot coffee in; if I don’t get that little bit of time in the morning to myself I don’t feel productive or at least as productive.
Navigating Working From Home for the First Time
Written By: Phylicia Vallier