Sunday, March 22, 2020

Increasing Productivity When Working From Home


1. Get Ready for the Day

It is so tempting to sit in your pyjamas when you're working from home, trust me I know, hands up I did it on my first day but it actually made me feel 10x more sluggish and less productive. It doesn't necessarily mean you have to put on a full face of makeup, or put on a dress, but simply taking a shower as you normally would, and putting on an outfit gets you into the headspace. 

2. Video Call Rather Than Phone Call

This kind of sits with the first one, I find that a video call is a lot more personable than a phone call. It gives you more of a reason to take that shower/get dressed appropriately, but it's also nice to have a face to talk to rather than just over the phone. On my birthday, my team had a video call where they had candles ready and sang happy birthday which meant so much and makes you feel part of a team. 

3. Separate your work space from your personal space

I know how tempting it is to work from your comfy sofa or bed, but not only is that not exactly the best for your posture, but by giving yourself a specific area for work you can actually separate your home life to your work life. My flatmate and I work from our dining room table, which means our bedrooms and our living room area is kept separate and is our relaxing space. 

4. Create a work friendly environment 

Just because it's a dining room table, or an office doesn't mean it can't be friendly. Candles or some fresh flowers can make for a happier environment. Naturally if you can't get any flowers because you're self isolating, how about having the radio on? I love listening to Heart Breakfast in the morning or Capital Breakfast as it just fills up the silence. 

5. Take Breaks As You Usually Would

It's important to try and not over work yourself as well. There's almost this sense of trying to 'overkill' your work and try and prove that you're not skiving just because you're WFH. Make sure you go and take your hours lunch break. Whether that's going on a walk (if you can) or reading a book, it's important to get some normality in your schedule. Also don't forget to take a breather, make a cup of tea, have that 'water cooler' chat time with your flatmate/family members. 


Let me know if you've got any tips on working from home in the comments below! 
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  1. Great tips! I always try to get dressed, and then work from a desk rather from the bed so I'm not tempted to go back to sleep. Lovely post :)

    Anika | chaptersofmay.com

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    1. Ah thank you. Haha yes exactly, bed and sofa's are far too cosy to work in! xx

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  2. Great tips! I've been doing the majority of these and i'm glad I have, else I think my productivity levels would be seriously low! xx

    https://www.styleandsplurging.net

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    1. Thank you! And yes I'm glad, it's so hard doing it at home and not getting easily distracted! xx

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  3. Love these tips and ideas! Getting up and getting ready like you usually would is so important. I've been working from home for about a year now and I still get up, get ready and start the day the same way I would if I was to go out to work. It's such an important step that can really set you up for the day xx

    Lauren | itslaurenvictoria.co.uk

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    1. That's so good, it's like you've been already trained to do this! xx

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  4. Great tips! I think keeping your morning routine normal is really important! x

    Beautylymin | Beauty Bundle Giveaway

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    1. It's super important, otherwise my whole routine for the day just falls behind! xx

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  5. Definitely so important to creat separate spaces for work and relaxing. Not good to relax if the two end up crossing.
    Amber | www.amberatlanta.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Exactly! I try so hard not to work from the sofa, even though it is more comfortable! xx

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  6. great tips. I always get up and work from my dining room. I don't like staying in bed or on the sofa, it distracts me too much aha!

    emjbarker.blogspot.co.uk

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  7. I'm still working in the office at the moment but when it comes to it, I'll definitely consider these! xx

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    1. Oh wow, well I hope they help down the line, and keep safe! xx

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  8. These are some great tips, I'll definitely look to make my dining table more friendly to school work. I hope you stay safe and healthy during this time!

    - Avalon from www.simplyavalon.com

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    1. Even just some flowers or a candle and keeping it as tidy as you would your work desk is so important! xx

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  9. I always do all my blogging work at my desk rather than on my bed/sofa I just feel automatically more productive!! Great tips
    https://www.charlottespicks.com/2015/11/going-w7-crazy.html

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    1. Definitely! Makes such a difference, plus it's so much better for your posture! xx

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  10. Great tips and advice!

    Allie of
    www.allienyc.com

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