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The advent of a digital transformation era has encouraged many companies to move to a
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work-from-home model for its employees. And while this may initially seem like bliss, you get to avoid your daily commute or snooze
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your alarm for an extra hour, remote work can also come with its drawbacks
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To help you make the most out of your new setup, we'll talk you through the 10 best
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tips to ensure you're getting the best results while working from home. 1
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Do something for yourself before you start work. It's easy to roll out of bed and over to your laptop without even changing out of your PJs
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But to help yourself stay motivated, it's best to wake up and do something for yourself
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in the morning. You could do a workout, for example, or catch up on the news or read a chapter of your favorite
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book before you get stuck into your work for the day. 2
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Have a designated workspace. Having a set working area can help you stay focused and more productive
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If you have a home office or desk, you're already good to go
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That said, if you don't, you're going to need to improvise. You could set up your workstation on the kitchen table or turn your dressing table into your
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new remote desk. 3. Make a list of priorities. Having a list of priorities will help you stay focused and actually get work done
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Instead of doing home chores, you will focus on taking off work tasks from your list and
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will feel a sense of achievement once you've done so. 4. Have an open line of communication with your colleagues
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To ensure an easy workflow, it's necessary to have an open line of communication with
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both your manager and your colleagues. By checking in with your manager, you'll update them on what you're working on and
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they will feel more at ease knowing that the same level of work is being produced as if
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you were in the office. 5. Don't try to multitask. Trying to get several tasks done at the same time is counterproductive
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You might think that you're able to watch your favorite Netflix series while getting through this month's accounts, but don't fool yourself
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Focus on one task at a time, give yourself a time limit, and complete your task within
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that time frame before you move on to the next thing. 6
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Avoid distractions. It's easy to get distracted in an environment that you usually associate with relaxation
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To avoid procrastination, get rid of any and all distractions. Put your phone on airplane mode and hide your TV remote to eliminate the temptation of turning
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these devices on. 7. Don't snack for the sake of it. With the fridge being within arm's reach, it's easy to grab your favorite snacks throughout
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the day. However, unnecessary calories can leave you feeling slumped and less energetic
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If you're going to snack, opt for healthy choices like carrot sticks or fruit. 8
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Take a lunch break. Whether you're in the office or at home, it's easy to skip your lunch break and power
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through the day. However, it's even more important when you're confined to the house that you actually do
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take this break. Thirty minutes away from your laptop will help you relax and focus
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9. Offer support to others. If you've mastered remote working, why not help your colleagues out
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Check in with them daily and see if they need any assistance with tasks, just as you would
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do from the office. In addition, make sure you're available via chat, phone, or any other communication
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methods during work hours. 10. Get enough sleep. Since you don't have to wake up early and get ready for a long commute, you might stay
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up later to binge-watch a series, but you're doing yourself no favors
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To be productive from home, you'll still need plenty of shut-eye, so follow your normal
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bedtime routine and get the recommended amount of sleep. Now that you're well-equipped with the best ways to be productive from home, you'll
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be able to prove that working remotely is actually beneficial for everyone
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