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It's easy to get distracted while working from home if you don't have the correct setup
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To be productive, you need a dedicated workspace with minimal distractions. But if your house is usually chaotic, it can be increasingly difficult to reach that level
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of zen. So, if you need help setting up an ideal workspace, stick around as we walk you through 10 essentials
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you need to tick. Find a dedicated space. If you have a spare room in your house, you can easily convert it into an office
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That said, most of us aren't that lucky and ended up working off the sofa or a kitchen
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table at the start of the pandemic. However limited your space is, you need to find an area that you can dedicate to your
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work and then be able to move away from it once your working day is over
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Whatever you do, do not work from your bed. It's so important to get up and get ready for the day as if you were going into an office
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Keep your essentials close by. As you would in the office, keep all your essentials near your working space
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This could be your notebook and pen, water bottle or any other office gear that you use
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during your workday. It will stop you from wasting time searching for items that you need throughout your day
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Use two screens. It's super beneficial to use two screens while working from home
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You can use one for browsing information while keeping all of your files open on the other
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It not only helps you work faster but also makes you more productive by having information
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readily available. It doesn't necessarily need to be a full monitor. You could use a tablet or iPad and sync them by AirPlay or an Android app
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Switch your phone off. Offices are a huge distraction, so unless you need one for your work, keep it switched
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off or out of reach and schedule in breaks where you can use it
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It will avoid aimlessly scrolling through social media channels or messaging your bestie
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about after-work plans. Fill your space with natural light. Natural light helps people stay awake and alert during the day and is a big perk of
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working in an office. In addition, natural light keeps your eyes from straining while staring at a screen
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So think about setting up your workspace in an area that offers plenty of natural light
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Keep your space organized. Having a messy desk will distract you from the task at hand, so it's important to keep
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an organized workspace. If you use a lot of papers, make sure you have a cabinet for filing
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Just keep items on your desk that you will use throughout the day and tidy it up at the
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end of each working day, so you don't find a messy desk in the morning
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Invest in a comfortable chair. Comfort is key when investing in furniture for your home
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You need an office chair that has good back support and height adjustment
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A kitchen chair often doesn't do the trick, so invest in something that has enough support
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for long hours of sitting. And if you prefer to be on your feet, think about buying a standing desk
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Add plants. Plants don't only look pretty but also bring fresh air to your workplace
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So if your working station is a bit stuffy, consider adding a pretty plant to add freshness
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and prettiness to your area. If you're not green-fingered, invest in a low-maintenance plant like a cactus or a
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money plant. Use scents. Adding pleasant smells to your workplace can instantly boost your productivity
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Peppermint, for example, can give you an energy boost, while rosemary can help you concentrate
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and get tasks done faster, and sweet orange can help with anxiety
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Just be sure to use them in moderation. Get the necessary equipment
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Besides having a high internet speed, you may also need additional equipment to ensure
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you work productively. Whether it's Bluetooth computer accessories, noise-cancelling headphones, or additional
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monitors, be sure to invest in what you need for an effective working day
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Now that you know how to set up your working space at home, you'll be well-equipped for
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