How to Work from Home

Working from home presents an assortment of opportunities and challenges. You save on gas, work clothes and you avoid nagging co-workers. On the flip side, you face the threat of turning on the TV, doing laundry and shopping during off-peak retail hours. Nothing teaches you time management and self-discipline like working from home. Here are a few tips to keep you on track.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

1. Carve out a space exclusively for your office. This space should not include a sofa, bed, or television. A vacant bedroom is an ideal place for an office. If that’s not an option, utilize a room with infrequent use and less traffic.
2. Your home office is convenient. You do not have to endure an early rise to avoid traffic. This is one of the greatest benefits of home working. However, wake up the same each as if you were going to the office. Use the extra time for a relaxing breakfast or do chores around the house.
3. Its fun to work in your pajamas; but to keep the momentum, continue your usual morning routine. Dress casually but dress none the less. It will keep you focused and motivated.
4. Keep in contact with the office. Check in as often as necessary. This will let them know you’re still around.
5. Arrange lunches with co-workers and friends or run errands during the usual lunch hour. You may find yourself in the habit of working through lunches and increasing your chances of burnout. Keep the lunch to an hour.
6. On your day off, get out of the house. Avoid your home office on weekends and holidays. You need to keep the mindset that it is a place of business.

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