So how do we stay productive when working from home? There is no one-size-fits-all solution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Therefore, we have compiled a list of tried and tested tips on how to stay on top of the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tip #1 Create a Dedicated Workspace<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nThe living room couch may be a tempting option, but do yourself a favor and avoid chillaxing with your laptop while trying to get some work done. The thing is, the human brain is programmed to get into \u201cwork mode\u201d once it sees an office. That\u2019s why it would be best for you to set up an office at home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nNow, unless you live in a 5-bedroom apartment or a 3,000-sq feet house, this might be a bit tricky. Try to create a dedicated workspace, even if it\u2019s only a desk. Place it away from the TV, pets, or the kids\u2019 room. It would be best to keep the noise at a minimum, but since you are at home, no one can guarantee it will be dead silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You will also need some storage space – you don\u2019t want to run out of supplies when you\u2019re in the zone. Here\u2019s an article with 35 desk organization ideas<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nTip #2 Establish a Daily Routine<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nYou\u2019ve probably heard this many times before. And it might seem like setting up a solid daily routine is a breeze – but it\u2019s not. It might even be hard for some people. Whether you\u2019ve lived a chaotic life until today or you have some experience with routine work, we\u2019ve got some great advice for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\n- Make a list:<\/strong> Write down everything that needs to be or should be done daily. Create one list for both personal and professional tasks. Note that this is not a to-do list, you\u2019re just trying to get everything down on paper. If you find it hard to remember everything, take notes during the day. If you want to include small details like brushing your teeth, write it down. It\u2019ll help you get to the bigger picture.<\/li>
- Once you have a comprehensive picture of what needs to be done during the day, you can decide what, when, and how you\u2019ll do your work or run errands. <\/li>
- Be consistent with time<\/strong>. The time you need to get things done may vary in the first couple of weeks, but the longer you do it, the better you\u2019ll get. Also, try to do things at the same time every day. For example, go to the gym at the same time every day, or make\/have breakfast at the same time. Recurring tasks are much easier to plan.<\/li>
- Think about how you can structure your day: <\/strong>If you\u2019re an early bird, you are most efficient early in the morning and you want to get harder tasks done earlier in the day. If you\u2019re a night owl, you\u2019ll be more comfortable getting things done towards the end of the day. It is all up to you. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Set small goals<\/strong> for yourself. Trying to change your entire life in a day is fighting a losing battle. Start with two or three goals at a time. After a couple of days, add one or two tasks. You\u2019ll be more comfortable and you won\u2019t feel overwhelmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nTip #3 Dress For Success<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nWhen you put on your pajamas, your brain will think it\u2019s time for bed. And how can we blame it? Most of us have had the chance to \u201cgo to work\u201d in our pajamas in the last year, but should we make it a habit? No. No one claims your productivity will suffer, but we are pretty sure it impacts mental health. You don\u2019t have to wear a suit every day, but don\u2019t let yourself get into the habit of wearing pajamas at work. Jeans and a T-shirt will do just fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nTip #4 No Multitasking<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nMultitasking is almost impossible to avoid when working from home. You\u2019re tempted to take on as many tasks as you can, thinking you\u2019ll get the work done much faster. Unfortunately, even though the skill of multitasking was considered essential back in the day, it\u2019s a really, really bad thing for our brains. Research at Stanford University found that \u201cin addition to slowing you down, multitasking lowers your IQ\u201d and it\u2019s not something you can easily grasp. Our advice is obvious: try not to multitask. Respond to an email, send a text, make a phone call – but one after another, not all at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nTip #5 Take a break – Nap or Stretch<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/acqo.tkdemos.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/bhome2.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\nAs we\u2019ve all realized by now, working from home is not as easy as one might think. There are too many distractions coupled with the desire to achieve more than in our usual workspace. That causes a lot of stress and tension. Taking a break can benefit your physical and mental health as well as boost your immune system. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Now, don\u2019t feel discouraged: there\u2019s no need to do a full CrossFit workout. Walking around your room while you\u2019re thinking about how you can finish your tasks, or having a stretch, or a quick yoga session, or a plank, will do the trick. And if you don\u2019t feel like exercising, you can take a quick nap or, to use a different name you may have heard of, a \u201cpower nap\u201d. They help restore your energy and increase productivity. You can find some essential tips on power napping in this Web MD article on Power Naps<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nTip #6 Declutter Your Desk & Your Mind<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nThere have been numerous research studies on how clutter affects us<\/a> and the results are surprising. Did you know that clutter:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The living room couch may be a tempting option, but do yourself a favor and avoid chillaxing with your laptop while trying to get some work done. The thing is, the human brain is programmed to get into \u201cwork mode\u201d once it sees an office. That\u2019s why it would be best for you to set up an office at home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nNow, unless you live in a 5-bedroom apartment or a 3,000-sq feet house, this might be a bit tricky. Try to create a dedicated workspace, even if it\u2019s only a desk. Place it away from the TV, pets, or the kids\u2019 room. It would be best to keep the noise at a minimum, but since you are at home, no one can guarantee it will be dead silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ve probably heard this many times before. And it might seem like setting up a solid daily routine is a breeze – but it\u2019s not. It might even be hard for some people. Whether you\u2019ve lived a chaotic life until today or you have some experience with routine work, we\u2019ve got some great advice for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Set small goals<\/strong> for yourself. Trying to change your entire life in a day is fighting a losing battle. Start with two or three goals at a time. After a couple of days, add one or two tasks. You\u2019ll be more comfortable and you won\u2019t feel overwhelmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you put on your pajamas, your brain will think it\u2019s time for bed. And how can we blame it? Most of us have had the chance to \u201cgo to work\u201d in our pajamas in the last year, but should we make it a habit? No. No one claims your productivity will suffer, but we are pretty sure it impacts mental health. You don\u2019t have to wear a suit every day, but don\u2019t let yourself get into the habit of wearing pajamas at work. Jeans and a T-shirt will do just fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Multitasking is almost impossible to avoid when working from home. You\u2019re tempted to take on as many tasks as you can, thinking you\u2019ll get the work done much faster. Unfortunately, even though the skill of multitasking was considered essential back in the day, it\u2019s a really, really bad thing for our brains. Research at Stanford University found that \u201cin addition to slowing you down, multitasking lowers your IQ\u201d and it\u2019s not something you can easily grasp. Our advice is obvious: try not to multitask. Respond to an email, send a text, make a phone call – but one after another, not all at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As we\u2019ve all realized by now, working from home is not as easy as one might think. There are too many distractions coupled with the desire to achieve more than in our usual workspace. That causes a lot of stress and tension. Taking a break can benefit your physical and mental health as well as boost your immune system. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Now, don\u2019t feel discouraged: there\u2019s no need to do a full CrossFit workout. Walking around your room while you\u2019re thinking about how you can finish your tasks, or having a stretch, or a quick yoga session, or a plank, will do the trick. And if you don\u2019t feel like exercising, you can take a quick nap or, to use a different name you may have heard of, a \u201cpower nap\u201d. They help restore your energy and increase productivity. You can find some essential tips on power napping in this Web MD article on Power Naps<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There have been numerous research studies on how clutter affects us<\/a> and the results are surprising. Did you know that clutter:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You will also need some storage space – you don\u2019t want to run out of supplies when you\u2019re in the zone. Here\u2019s an article with 35 desk organization ideas<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTip #2 Establish a Daily Routine<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tip #3 Dress For Success<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tip #4 No Multitasking<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Tip #5 Take a break – Nap or Stretch<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\nTip #6 Declutter Your Desk & Your Mind<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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