These are stressful times for everyone, most of the days we read negative headlines, we ran into the stores to do groceries, we worry about who is sick or how elderly loved ones are doing. But we can’t forget that the lives we choose to live will be determined by how we spend each day and – coronavirus or not – communication is vital when working from home. The more effort we put into communicating with family, friends and colleagues, the better chance we have to avoid feelings of isolation and depression.
A LinkedIn study from October 2019, found that 82% of workers wished they could work from home at least part of the time. In the last month, due to the actual worldwide situation, most companies decided to migrate to home office. For some workers it could be quite challenging to start working in a place that makes them feel so comfortable and free from office responsibilities. Therefore, set yourself up for success when working remotely.
Check our tips here:
1. Sleep well and eat well, this two combined are the fuel to start a good morning. You could also have a fresh shower and change clothes. This will set up your mind to start a day with the right foot.
2. It is helpful to have a schedule; it will benefit you to manage your time.
3. Define your tasks day by day. Prepare a to-do list. Realize you will feel better if you get more done.
4. Try to stablish an active pause every couple of hours. For example, 5 or 10 minutes of exercise in every break reports that a person is happier, calmer and better equipped to handle whatever the day decides to throw.
5. Try to keep a routine as you do when you go into the office. One of the major benefits will be productivity.
6. Master your environment. Some people report working from their couch or bed and sometimes this leads to loss of focus. Having a dedicated workspace can help improve productivity and avoid distractions.
7. Related to the last tip, would you like to have a portrait of your family or a calendar or a plant or a lamp or any other element in your desk? Think about your space and go for it. It may motivate you even more.
8. Take a lunch break. Perhaps once a week, have an online lunch with colleagues, talk about different subjects and not work. After it, you may feel more refreshed and ready to dive back in when you return to your desk.
9. Scheduling time for regular check-ins with your superiors and colleagues can help overcome that feeling of disconnection.
“Out of sight, out of mind can be a real problem for remote workers. The very best remote workers will reach out to coworkers and managers regularly through a variety of tools” says Sara Sutton, CEO and founder of FlexJobs, a remote job listing site.
Do you have more tips or recommendations to work from home? Let us know. Are you an entrepreneur and need advice on how to get through this times?
Written by Claudia Flores Jiménez
Comments, questions, suggestions to: claudia@innovate.today
