Comments on: How to Keep Your Home Office Professional and Productive

By: kenneth

kenneth — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:26:28 +0000

I manage to stay productive while working at home with the help of a tool that manage time efficiently. Using this tool l list my entire tasks on it and set an estimated amount of time when working on each task. I also set my breaks regularly mostly very two hours of work this way I can limit wasted time. The key that I can effectively follow scheduled task and finish it on time is with discipline. This way I can ignore work distractions and at the same time stay focus on tasks. With discipline and the right tools it can help you focus on work and stay productive.

By: Morgan

Morgan — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:46:40 +0000

i made a program for every day, Monday through Friday otherwise i can be very distracted and since i receive my clients in my office i had my friday morning to do the accountings and papers so i can have my clients and my desk cleaned when they come.

By: Carl

Carl — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 23:26:11 +0000

I have another tip for your home office…bring you family pictures to your office for calmness and inspiration.

Regards,
Carl from T.O.

By: Beth Oslander

Beth Oslander — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 03:33:51 +0000

And don’t forgot about pets! Especially cats who like to jump on keyboards and laps. I let my spoiled baby cat (5 years old) sit on my lap for only a few minutes at a time, and then she has to get off!

By: Ron Dawson

Ron Dawson — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:59:14 +0000

In reply to Kamau Bilal. Busted! :)

By: Kamau Bilal

Kamau Bilal — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:48:23 +0000

🙂 as I read this I’m noticing that I am both working in my pjs and working in a corner of my bedroom. :/. I do try and get dressed everyday but it’s a Monday ;). Thanks for the advice!

By: Ron Dawson

Ron Dawson — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:11:15 +0000

In reply to Mandy. I think that is a great way of putting it Mandy. Getting into a rhtym and routine will also make it easier for you to do it all the time. It may be hard at first, especially if you're used to working in your PJs all day. But once you set up a habit of doing the same thing, it becomes second nature. Thanks for sharing.

By: Mandy

Mandy — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:06:32 +0000

It’s important to get into a routine like you would if you were going into an office. I wake up, eat breakfast, go to the gym, shower and then start work in my dedicated office. I always try to take a lunch break- I usually eat lunch, play with the pets, and maybe do some dinner prep before heading back into my office. I’ve been working from home since April and I am enjoying it.

By: Ron Dawson

Ron Dawson — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:00:18 +0000

In reply to Cody. Do you have any tips for keeping a clean desk Cody? I could definitely use that. :)

By: Cody

Cody — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 17:50:31 +0000

Thanks for the tips Ron!

One thing that helps me out is to have a clean and clutter free desk and work area. Keeping it organized helps me stay focused on what is in front of me instead of worrying about all the stuff around me.

Phil, I couldn’t agree more! Lighting is important… especially if you live in a super gloomy location.