Welcome my guest author today, Melissa Riley of Merchant Seek as she shares some tips when it comes to working from home. Please leave your thoughts and comments and share this post with your community.
Escaping horrible bosses and the incredible drag we call the morning commute is often a major incentive for folks who move out of the corporate world and embrace online entrepreneurship.
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The idea of waking up in the morning, grabbing a cup of fresh coffee and firing up the laptop while still wearing pajamas sounds like a dream! However, the reality is quite different.
You Are Your Own Boss
Being your own boss means that you are your own boss! In other words, you are the only one who has the power to keep yourself on track throughout the day. Not only do you set your own deadlines and work hours, but you are the only one responsible for completing projects on time and staying organized. Therefore, it is essential to approach your home office working environment with a high degree of professionalism and organization.
Dress the Part
Dressing like you just got out of bed tends to make you feel like you just got out of bed, and any feeling that has even a dim relationship to your bed is not good for a productive and efficient working experience. It’s not necessary to dress up in a suit and tie, but taking care of your body and dressing well definitely helps place you an entrepreneur in a positive work mindset.
Morning Routine
Stumbling out of bed and being at the office in a few minutes is another bad idea. Make sure to create some semblance of a morning routine in which there is a definite space of time between when you wake up and when you sit down to begin working. Make sure this time is managed in a manner that promotes wakefulness, positive mindset, etc. Taking a brisk walk around the neighborhood or making a quick trip to the gym are two great ways to get the day started right.
Set the Hours
It’s easy to work non-stop as an online entrepreneur who works from home. Since your office is always just a few feet away, it can be tempting to work 12+ hours per day every day. At times, these types of work hours may be essential, such as at the beginning when you are setting up your online merchant account and other developmental tasks, but do not ever let it become the norm. It’s important to create a strong work/life balance. It will keep you energized and refreshed on a consistent basis, which will result in stronger work performance and better efficiency over a longer time horizon.
The Home Office
At first, it may be necessary to work from the kitchen able, but transform a small section of your home or apartment to act as your office as quickly as possible. This will help create a natural boundary and separation between what is home and what is the office. Then, at the end of the day when you “leave the office,” you really can leave a specific space behind until the next day. As an at-home entrepreneur, diligence and discipline are essential. By taking intentional steps toward creating a positive work environment, one will be ahead of the pack and ready to create a successful business.
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yes… working form home has some very very uniques chqallenges…. please keep up the great posts
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Nice Positng and is really very informative.looking forward for your next post.
Wow great advice….sure wish I had known this a long time ago…would have saved me a ton of frustration. So helpful. Your ideas are exactly what I needed to hear. Keep it up. I will check back to your site often.
Your tips are really helpful for me, because I am in stuck since I have been working from home. I am a mom of 2, I have decided working from home because I have lost my job. I thought it was easier, but I always suffer from a lack of time, I just can’t manage my time efficiently.
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It is understandable that time management would be difficult when working from home & caring for your children. I’m so very glad that my tips have shed some light on that issue for you. I know other “mom-preneurs” who voice the same difficulties & what has worked for them is to dedicate work time when the children are napping, attending school or extra-curricular activities. They take an hour here, thirty minutes there & dedicate that precious time to their business. It makes for long days, but you do what you can when you can. As you well know, the road to success is filled with obstacles…but it seems you are definitely a dedicated “mom-preneur” as well as a dedicated mother. You will succeed…remember to give yourself positive affirmations for all that you achieve everyday…big things & small! Thanks so much for taking the time to read my article & provide such thoughtful comments. Wishing you a wonderful day!
Hi,
I am just learning the ropes of freelance writing and working from home thing. I find it is quit difficult in the beginning but I think that with perseverance it will work. It is very important to not give up no matter what happens.
Mariella
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Perseverance is key Mariella and am happy to hear your positive outlook. It is important to never give up as you would never know what your journey can take you and what gifts it will bring. Thank you for taking the time to share your insight. Always happy when you visit, please have a wonderful day!
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Hi Melissa and Lynn,
Set up a daily schedule. Stick to it. Create order in your day. Power tips here.
I stick to my routine pretty religiously. Up and meditating, expressing gratitude, then on to the work/play day. Work on your mental tools persistently. Move into effective action.
Thanks Guys!
Ryan
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Wow, Ryan! You shine so bright, I have to wear shades! Seriously, sounds like you have mastered the art of time management, self-motivation, achieving balance (personal/professional) & that you realize the gift of gratitude! Kudos to you!! Thanks so much for sharing your strategies for success. Wishing you a wonderful weekend! Lynn