Simple Hacks to Working at Home (Infographic)

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Today I have an infographic for you from my friends at ecommerce platform Quill. It sets out some of their top tips for working from home, and especially making the most of technoiogy.

While the purpose of technology is to make life easier, working from home comes with its own set of challenges. But with time – and by following some basic tips and guidelines – remote work can go from feeling like an uneasy compromise to becoming an accessible, convenient and comfortable way  of working.

Whether you’re a technology guru or a novice, remote work shouldn’t feel like an obstacle course. Technical problems such as lagging wifi, for example, can be resolved by means of an upgraded modem or network extender. Other common consequences of working remotely, however – including loneliness and lack of motivation – are more difficult to tackle and can negatively affect efficiency and productivity.

Fortunately a few changes to your remote working approach can make a huge difference. From your choice of attire to the design of your workspace and how you communicate with colleagues, this graphic shares a few simple but effective hacks to help overcome remote-working challenges.

The 4 most annoying wfh challenges (and how to solve them)Infographic by Quill

Many thanks again to Quill for their infographic and tips. I have been working from home for over 30 years myself now, so I do generally agree with all of the above. I have very occasionally been known to work in my pajamas but have to admit this is best avoided really!

I definitely agree it’s best to have part of your home as your designated workspace. Ideally this could be a separate study or office, but at least a quiet corner where you can set up your equipment and files and not have to pack everything away at the end of the day. Growing numbers of people are now using garden sheds or extensions for home working, and this can also be a good solution.

• Garden office pods are another option that is growing in popularity. These can provide a space-saving refuge in which you can avoid noise and other distractions and focus on getting your work done.

I also think that if you’re working from home, it’s vital not to let yourself become isolated. It’s very important to keep up connections with colleagues, friends and family. Home working can be especially challenging if you like and are accustomed to having colleagues to talk to. You really do need to build some social interactions into every day if possible – ideally face to face, but at least via the phone and/or social media. Your mental health may depend on it 🙂

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