More and more people are working from home. In a recent study, now around 3 in 4 people have moved to working at home. It is yet to be seen whether employers will want employees back to the office or whether they will allow staff to make use of remote working into the future. Having a home office or workspace can help you move from home mode to work mode. Learning the tips and tricks to make it space you are able to manage your productivity is important. Here are tips and ideas to help you get a workspace that you are happy with and one where you feel good about your day working from home.
Equipment
Having the right equipment is key to making you feel comfortable in a home office. This will ensure your health isn’t compromised by having non-ergonomic equipment. This means using a desk and a chair that is comfortable for your needs. Having the right equipment is so important to your productivity, too. Take the time to research and invest in equipment that will suit your needs.
Declutter
If you are like most people, your home office space already turned into a room that needs organizing. Before you use the room as your office, you may need to declutter. Take it seriously and be ruthless with items that have been lying about the room for some time. You may even need to hire some rubbish skips.
Bring the Outside In
Adding some plants to your home office will not only add some color but it will increase your mood and productivity too. Plants have been known to reduce stress, so these are essential in all home offices.
Add Light
To ensure you can see clearly especially when you are reading, add some lamps if you are unable to have natural light in the room. Lamps also make a room feel cozy. Ensure you locate your desk and chair as close to natural light as you can as well as positioning lights on your desk, too. You could choose LED lights that you can buy on a rope, making it easy to place where you need them most.
Add Personal Touches
The home office is yours so add some of your personality. This can come from photographs of family members, paintings, or indeed furnishings such as rugs and cushions. Decorate your room to reflect your wants and include things makes you feel good. Decorating to how you like it will ensure you feel good about entering it each day as you work.
Work and Home Life
When you are in your home office working, you are working! This means setting up some ground rules for yourself and your family. Allocate certain times to have a break as well as setting a time to end the day. Also, make sure that family members know when not to disturb you. This will ensure a clear delineation between work and home life.