Working from home new to you? Our HealthyWomen organization has been a virtual organization for decades and we have some pro-tips for you. WFH
We are living in unprecedented times with so many workers now telecommuting. Telecommuting has always come with its own challenges and benefits, but it’s certainly harder now as parents have their kids at home, worry about their own parents, and live with general anxiety that comes with a pandemic
While needing it to do it on these terms is new, the HealthyWomen team isn’t entirely new to working from home. As a completely virtual organization, we’ve been working from home for decades.1. Set Some Boundaries, Including Defining Your Work Space It will help keep your home and work life separate if you’re able to define your work space. While a separate room is certainly ideal, even a corner in your bedroom or a table in your living room will suffice. These days, it may be at the dining room table with your kids coloring near you. If that’s the case, see the next tip.Working from home doesn’t mean you should always work. As much as possible, stick to your regular work hours--whatever that may look like these days.
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