As most companies now have at least part of their workforce working remotely, we’re learning a lot about how it affects productivity and morale. So how do you stay positive and focused as WFH (working from home) becomes a common practice?
Maintain a healthy work-life balance. When the line between work and home becomes blurred, stress starts to build, which can lead to problems with focus, productivity, and relationships — both at home and the office. It is essential to be able to turn work off when the time comes. Try scheduling times throughout the day to address concerns at home while maintaining a fixed-yet-flexible work schedule.
Make learning a priority. This is a good time to take on learning new things, even about yourself. Something as small as discovering what hours of the day you work best or where you feel the most motivated can help you develop productive habits. Keeping our brains stimulated with new learning also helps to boost our mood, energy, and thinking capacity.
Enhance your technological skills. No matter your age or tech ability, tech issues are bound to arise. Find ways to effectively troubleshoot these new issues on your own — YouTube is very well-stocked with tutorials.
Positivity, determination, and perseverance for the long haul benefit ourselves, our families, and our companies. You just may discover through this uninvited experiment that what you learn about yourself and your ability to produce will take you beyond what you anticipate — not only in your career, but in other areas of your life as well.