I'm sharing my best tips for working from home for anyone else who is also doing so at the moment. These tips might not be for everyone, but they've worked well for me and being super efficient (even in my pajamas!) :)
1. Stick to a schedule. Even though my workload varies day-to-day, I still do my best to stick to a schedule each day to stay organized and productive. I wake up around the same time every day and take my lunch break at the same hour when I can. This helps me to maintain some sense of routine, and overall, helps me to feel on-top of things with my work. Especially if you don't work remote full-time, it helps to stick to your current schedule. If you have a longer commute, replace it with some quiet time in the morning before you start your day.
2. Take breaks! This seems counterintuitive, especially if you have a long to-do list, but I find I am most productive when I allow myself to take quick breaks in-between my tasks. It helps me to stay focused and prevent feeling burned out after a busy day. Even if it's just a quick 10 minute walk with Kylo, making a coffee, doing laundry or grabbing a snack, I'm able to quickly jump back in my work and continue on with the rest of my day.
3. Stay hydrated. This seems like a no-brainer, but I have to really work on this one! I try to remember to drink lots of water during the day to stay hydrated and healthy. I feel sooo much better at the end of the day when I remember to do this!
4. Find your "flow." Working from home is different for everyone, but I've been able to find my groove that works for me and my daily tasks. Personally, I work best with a little bit of background noise, so I usually have music playing on my Google Home or record player, or even a show on my TV on a lower volume to keep me going. I also like to block out my time, so I'll set aside an hour or two to knock out a bunch of things, and then take a 10-15 minute break to re-focus. It really helps my productivity and motivation throughout the day!
5. It's totally ok to work in your pajamas. Despite what literally every work-from-home article says, it's totally fine to work in your pajamas. After all, I find myself being extra productive when I'm in some comfy clothes! Just remember to practice self-care, too, and if it makes you feel better to get fully dressed, do that. But again, whatever works for you! I've also seen a huge difference in my skin and hair, since I rarely wear makeup or apply heat to my hair anymore. Big plus!
6. Enjoy it! I'm a total introvert and homebody, so I'm pretty biased in the fact that I think working from home is the best. But, I realize it might not feel that way to everyone, so my best advice is just to enjoy the time at home and rest.
