4 Productivity Hacks For Working From Home

Why am I so easily distracted when working from home?

For individuals who work form home, even if just a side gig, it can be difficult to stay focused and productive. One minute you’re replying to an email from a client and the next you’re obsessing over the amount of dust on your window sill. The urge to grab a rag and start cleaning has consumed your mind and work has taken a backseat. It’s almost as if we are less serious about our work duties because we are in our own home. It seems that we are so eager to do something other than work that even boring and menial tasks become a priority. But those things have to wait, and it’s not always by choice. When you work at home, you have to ignore your everyday concerns and responsibilities until your actual work is done.


To avoid such self-imposed diversion, we have rounded up 4 ways to remain concentrated and hit the ground running each day when working from your abode:

  • Create A Space

    Devoting a space to create a home office is essential. Even if this space is temporary, as in, office space during the day, kitchen table after work - having an area where you can set up your computer sit and start working, is important. Organize the tools you utilize and if possible decorate or adorn in a way that inspires you. Having a workspace you use consistently will help put you in the zone and the right frame of mind. Eventually, you may correlate work with the spot you have dedicated to this behavior.

  • Remove Distractions

    While a cell phone may be necessary for conducting your business, your personal social media may not be. We have all spiraled down the extremely time consuming mindless funnel on different social media outlets. It may not be clear if the guy you first kissed in middle school is married or not but you can be confident that you’ve wasted a whole lot of time trying to find out. There are many apps you can download to block tempting notifications from social media for a period of time and these will help you keep to your schedule. The TV is also something that should remain off to ensure you maintain focus.

  • Get Dressed

    Sounds Simple right? Not so fast. . . with the knowledge that you are working from the comfort of your own home, it is extremely tempting to stay in your pajamas or sweats all day. “What’s the difference?” you may ask. The difference is actually astounding. Taking the time to put yourself together in the morning gives you a boost of confidence and this self-assurance can radiate through your work. As a professional, dressing the part, even if from your own home, will have a positive impact on your work.

  • Take A Break

    Working from home offers plenty of opportunities for you to become distracted and veer off track but it also leaves ample opportunity for you to become completely consumed by your work functions. It’s not as if you get to “leave the office” like a traditional job and switch mindsets. Your home is your office and therefore you may have trouble distinguishing when it’s time to close up shop for the day. For this reason, it is crucial for you to set boundaries. You may be tempted to work around the clock but this can quickly lead to feeling burnt out, frustrated and drained. Be sure to take care of yourself, respect your needs and take appropriate breaks throughout your day so you can maintain a healthy focus.

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