With the coronavirus pandemic, more people are working from home to help slow down the spread of the virus. Working from home is cool at many levels, but it’s not for everyone. And, if it’s new to you, it may be hard to be disciplined and productive. I’ve been working my full-time job from home for 15 years, and there are pros and cons. But I love it, and I don’t know if I could ever go back to a corporate office environment! Here are six tips for working from home that will help you be successful, whether it’s temporary or permanent!
Get dressed Every Day
Studies show that getting ready not only boosts your mood and self-confidence but also helps you be more productive too! Check out my post on reasons to get dressed each day for more on this.
Have a Designated Workspace
Whether you have an extra room for an office or not, you need a designated workspace for your desk and some organizers so you can keep everything in its place. You want a space that feels good to you to be efficient.
Stay in Contact
Be intentional with your communication with your co-workers. When your team is virtual, it’s easy to stay in your work zone and never reach out. Whether via a phone call or IM, chatting with your co-workers is how you keep those bonds strong.
Take a Lunch Break
While we can’t go anywhere right now, a break from your work is needed every day. If you are able, go for a walk around your neighborhood, jump rope in your driveway, or plant some spring flowers. At the very least, make yourself a nice lunch, but don’t eat at your desk.
Stay Disciplined
Create a weekly to-do list and break it down by day. Use your calendar to schedule time blocks to work on specific tasks. I am on the phone 75% of the day, plan my conference calls in the morning, and leave the afternoons for tactical and project work. If you are going to sneak in a few household chores, schedule them on your calendar so you don’t lose track of time.
Communication Tips
Let your kids and significant other know when you will be on a conference or video call. You don’t want anyone barging in screaming “mom” while you’re on the phone with a client or business partner. Use your headphones, so your hands are free to type or write notes. And don’t forget to mute the phone when you are not speaking!
Are you currently working from home? What tips work for you?
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Good tips! Stay safe!
Muting the phone is a great reminder! We had a 400+ person teleconference last week and it was hilarious hearing all the kids in the background. Being home is totally new for people in my field.
These are great tips! I try to dress up every day and have a dedicated workspace!
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These are all wonderful tips, thanks babe! Xo, Ellese
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Smart mindset shifts! I definitely put on sneakers!
Laurie
These are fantastic tips, Jill! I pinned this one, it will be a great resource to so many others that are now trying to adjust to working from home. 🙂 It’s a BEAUTIFUL pin design, by the way!
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These are awesome tips, Jill! I have been admittedly NOT getting dressed every day, haha. Lots of loungewear! But I do have a designated work space and it’s IMMENSELY helpful. I definitely couldn’t do this work from the couch.
Hope you’re staying safe + well!
-Ashley
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Great tips! Even if I do not work, a lot of these apply to me as a mom.
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All of these tips are right on! I always set goals for myself each week to stay on track.
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These really make a difference. Getting dressed is huge for me.
XOOX
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These are all such great tips! When Matt started working from home with his new job last year it was a blessing, but we had to have a home office for him. I think it helps him stay focused!
I love the stepping way and not eating lunch while working!
Carrie
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These are all great tips, Jill, and ones that I have been working very hard to follow while working from home over the last three weeks! It definitely takes some getting used to, but eventually I’ll get used to it I’m sure. =)
I hope you have a fabulous week!
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Such helpful tips! I find that having a set routine, just like I did when I went to work really helps me stay sane and focused 🙂
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Thanks for stopping by Laurie!
I’m working from home for the first time and it’s definitely been a learning curve! But now I’m actually enjoying it! (And I totally get dressed everyday!)
I had to do a double take because that salad looks almost identical to the one I made myself yesterday, lol!! I need those colorful salads Great tips my lovely!
These are such a great tips. Thank you for sharing.
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Yes to all of this! I need to be better about getting dressed, and taking a lunch break is so important <3
Green Fashionista
Great tips 🙂 I only have to log in and answer few emails 🙂
This post is so true. Thanks for sharing.
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These are great suggestions (though I think on the dress up one I’m still going to be wearing slippers rather than real shoes) and it really does affect the way you approach your work and how productive you are. I’m not working from home yet (but I have in the past) and it’s so easy to get distracted by home things. Thanks so much for sharing!
Ruth
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Great post!
Cheers,
Diana
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Discipline is everything these days. Anyway, keep safe dear!
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These are great tips! I have been blogging from home for the past 6 years. I am quite greatful for the blog nowadays and do enjoy my midday lunch and wine break! 🙂
jess xx
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Great tips, Jill. Since I work from home all the time, I can attest to the fact that these tips all really do work! The challenge now is incorporating homeschooling in my daily schedule. Thanks for sharing and linking up. Stay safe, healthy, and sane!
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Great tips! Also loved the pictures you’ve chosen a lot 🙂
Stay safe gorgeous
Have a great start in the week
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