How do you work best from home?
Many of us have become increasingly homeworker – if not full-time, then more frequently than ever before. That's why we've found three tips on how to get the best out of your home workplace.
3 tips for homework
As far as possible, separate work and family life
Homework is a major problem for many because the boundaries between the private sphere and the working sphere are being blurred. For example, it can cause frustration if you feel that you can't deliver on the home or work front because you keep an eye on the work computer and an eye on the family. Therefore, try – as far as possible – to separate your working life and your personal life so that you can work concentrated. And be sure to change your boss's mind about what you can do at home so they know what to expect and can plan for it.
Maintain the rhythm and structure of your everyday life
It is good to have some kind of fixed structure in your everyday life, as it gives you a better workflow and at the same time can relieve yourself mentally. Therefore, it is important that you try to maintain about the same work rhythm and structure that you had when you entered the workplace. Therefore, try to work for the same amount of time as you would if you were to meet at work – and remember the coffee breaks too! It may be tempting to take advantage of the increased autonomy of homework, but it can have consequences for your colleagues and collaborators. If you want to work outside normal hours, clearly report it to your boss or colleagues so they can plan for it.
Get a workstation
It will be good for your homework if you have the opportunity to set up a workstation. For example, it could be a corner in your home or a desk. Even better if you can set aside a whole room for it. It will help mentally to set you up to work when the nearest disturbance is lurking. Instead, when you sit down at your workstation, you indicate to both yourself and those you live with that you work and need to keep concentration.
Nikoline Nybo
Consultant
BA Anthropology and Chaos Pilot.
Experience in cultural analysis and anthropological methodology, project management and process design, organizational development and facilitation.
Louise Marie Genefke
Consultant
Cand. mag. Marketing & Communication, MA Management and External Lecturer AU.
Experience with management, talent and organizational development, facilitation and Employer Branding.