woman-baby-working-home-using-laptop
Work successfully from home
Lisa Shearon, October
2016
There’s a lot to be said for working from home: no daily commute, no office politics, no one watching the clock and asking whether you’re “on track” to complete a task. I’ve worked from home for the past 10 years, and I’ve got it down to a fine art. That’s not to say it’s easy!
On the contrary, working from home has its pitfalls, and it’s important to put strategies in place to ensure you spend your day working effectively, efficiently, and without eating all the biscuits. Here’s what works for me:

Have a set workspace
Even when you’re working from home, you still need to “clock on” and “clock off”. Set aside a “home office” space – this could be a designated study, or even a nook in your bedroom or corner of the loungeroom. Regardless of where it is, set it up as a functioning home office, with a desk, computer, a good chair, and proper storage.Get organised
It’s important to plan your day when you’re working from home. Prioritise your tasks and create a work schedule. Be aware of when your working day begins and ends, and stick to that!Avoid home distractions
Yes, you’re at home, but that doesn’t mean you should be hanging out the washing, cooking the evening meal and cleaning up the breakfast things. When you’re in “work” mode, the housework has to wait.