Tips From a Work-From-Home-Pro
Working at home sounds like a dream, right? It can be tougher than you think! Some people feel they cannot switch into “work” mode and find themselves doing anything but work. We asked a pro – someone who has worked from home for more than a decade – to offer up some tips to help you adjust.
Tip 1:
Maintain the same work hours you would as if you were at the office. Setting the boundaries of work hours and non-work hours will keep you on task.
Tip 2:
Get dressed, drink coffee, walk your dog, and get your kids settled before you check email and dive in. If you don’t, you may find that’s it 3pm and you’re still in pajamas.
Tip 3:
Don’t go totally digital. Yes, emails are great but people need people. Pick up the phone and have a conversation with a colleague. The exchange will foster collaboration and provide you with a dose of social interaction.
Tip 4:
Use that commute time for something productive. You’ve just gained time back at the top and the tail of your workday for the time being. Use it to kick start some new good habits. Get some exercise, read a book, take up meditation, or listen to a podcast. Make that commute time your time right now.
