WFH is the new normal for many Americans. Here\u2019s how to get your workspace functioning well \u2014 and looking great.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With social distancing mandates in effect across much of the country, many people working in industries deemed \u201cnon-essential\u201d are doing their work from home. And while the constant stream of COVID-19 news, in addition to caretaking or homeschooling responsibilities, can make it hard to stay focused on work, modifying your space can help. An organized and visually appealing work area can help you feel more productive \u2014 and more relaxed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are five tips for elevating your home workspace. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For those of us who don\u2019t have a home office \u2014 which is a lot of people \u2014 work-from-home routines can easily get derailed. Designating an area for work, even if that place is the bill-paying area in your kitchen, is a way to stay in your routine and get yourself in the work mindset. Whatever spot you choose, just make sure it feels like a dedicated and functional work area. That means adequate lighting, a comfortable chair \u2014 the right height for typing without strain \u2014 a seamless tech setup that allows you to take and make video calls without having to fiddle with plugs or wires, and an overall lack of clutter on your desk and the surrounding area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This seems obvious, but let\u2019s level with ourselves. When do we really get around to cleaning our desks? Well, now\u2019s the time. Toss anything that needs to be thrown out, pair like items with like, contain those stray pens in one nice decorative cup, and make sure you have all your workday essentials close at hand and non-essential items moved elsewhere. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now that you\u2019ve set the stage, it\u2019s time to look ahead. And that wall you\u2019re looking at beyond your laptop should inspire you. This is as good a time as ever to put together an inspiration board and fill it with what makes you happy, from images of your favorite people and pets, to pics of your goals (like that fabulous vacation you are going<\/em> to take once we\u2019ve all gotten through this tough time!). And yes, you can put your to-dos and important reminders up there too \u2014 but keep the focus on the positive and uplifting, and keep it right in your line of sight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If video calls are part of your new day-to-day, think about what your colleagues are seeing behind you \u2014 like that pile of laundry or those mostly empty wine glasses. Keep things clean and uncluttered. And if you have the space, show off your style. Some good background options might be your favorite art piece, interesting souvenirs or a not-overly-stuffed bookcase. Lastly, remember lighting: Your space should be adequately lit, or it\u2019ll look like you\u2019re dialing in from a submarine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Never got your dream office? This is your moment. We bet scented candles aren\u2019t allowed in your regular workspace, but you get to make the rules at home. Aromatherapy diffusers are another option if you\u2019re worried about curious kids or pets. And now your playlist can softly waft overhead rather than through earphones. Similarly, set out some healthy snacks to avoid refrigerator trips, and nosh away. It\u2019s OK for your home office to feel like your home, and especially now, it\u2019s important to take time to indulge yourself with some creature comforts that feed your soul and make you feel calm and inspired.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" WFH is the new normal for many Americans. Here\u2019s how to get your workspace functioning well \u2014 and looking great. With social distancing mandates in effect across much of the country, many people working in industries deemed \u201cnon-essential\u201d are doing their work from home. And while the constant stream of COVID-19 news, in addition to […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":1668,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[62,92,23,55],"class_list":["post-1667","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-real-estate","tag-covid-19","tag-home-office","tag-thailand-housing-market","tag-tips"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\tDo a background check<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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