Ways To Stay Focused Whilst Working From Home
Posted by House of Marley on Feb 22nd 2021
2020 will forever be known, as the year we all stayed at home. Adjusting our work routines to fit into our home lifestyle. The daily commute? A few steps to your desk. Office wear? I mean, whatever looks cleanest, right?
2020 will forever be known, as the year we all stayed at home. Adjusting our work routines to fit into our home lifestyle. The daily commute? A few steps to your desk. Office wear? I mean, whatever looks cleanest, right?
Be kind to yourself. Without daily commutes and lunchtime hours, home working means you’re going to feel in the “work-mode” mindset more often than you’d like to be. Feeling productive and being productive are two different things. So, this article should give you a few ideas to make the most of working from home.
Flex Your Routine
Set the alarm to an “early bird” setting and make the most of your morning. It’s all too easy to drag yourself out of bed and head straight for your laptop. Before you know it, it’s 12pm, you’re hungry and still in your dressing gown. Instil your favourite morning rituals back into your day. Brew the coffee, stretch your limbs, meditate, cleanse your body and get fresh clothes on for the day ahead.
Enter A State of Flow
Flow State or being “in the zone” is when we perform at our very best. You’ll know when you’ve hit it, totally immersed in a challenging task and doing it well. So well, in fact, that time flies and you’ve smashed your to-do list. Your flow state is personal, and can be improved by working out the best time of day and creating the optimum environment for you to perform in.
To hit your peak state of flow, it’s important to clear out any distractions. A pair of noise cancelling headphones, like our Exodus ANC On-Ear Wireless Headphones, are a great way to block out unwanted sounds and plug into the rhythm of getting work done.
Keep In Contact
Staying connected with colleagues whilst working from home keeps you grounded; it’s a comfort to remind yourself that you are an important part of a team. Regular virtual catch ups A good communication platform is a must to minimise the stress of working from home. Not just for the company or clients you work with but, also for you to get the information you need to stay productive.
Get Outside Into Nature
Without a commute, you might find yourself without a reason to go outside. Well, here’s a reason - it’s beautiful out there. Getting a dose of fresh air everyday and moving forward (walking, running or cycling) are two nourishing ways to exercise the mind and body so you can stay focused whilst working from home. Tune into the sounds of nature or plug into your favourite podcast. Of course, we’re going to let you know that our Redemption ANC True Wireless Earbuds are the right pair of buds for wire-free listening on-the-go.
There are so many benefits to working from home. The most important one is TIME. You have more time for you, so use it well. Outdoors, inside, with family and friends, and experiencing new things! Life is here to be enjoyed. The best thing about working remotely from home is that you can be productive, feel productive and introduce balance into your life whilst doing so.
