Many were caught by surprise when having to adapt their work routine to the domestic context. However, the home office is already a practice that has become more and more common in a world connected by the internet.
That is why there exist techniques developed by those used to working at home for producing better in an ambiance which we normally associate with rest and leisure. It all involves, at first, a large dose of discipline and willpower.
The first point is to maintain habits and a routine. Waking up at the usual time, taking a bath, getting dressed and having breakfast as if we were going to an office, is essential. It gives us the feeling that we are preparing for work, and creates concentration.
Waking up just before work, as well as working in pajamas, is very tempting. However, it doesn’t help in separating being at home from a working moment.
For those who have children at home, the challenge is great. How can you conciliate their routines with yours? In this case, it’s important to explain the situation to them, and tell them how important it is for them to collaborate in producing a harmonious atmosphere at home.
Anyway, you must give them some attention: teaching them an activity, or playing for a few minutes, as a pause in your work. If possible, use a room as an office. Keeping the ambiance as silent as possible is very important for focus and productivity.
Finally, add a routine of physical exercises to your daily tasks. It is an excellent way of generating endorphin, the hormone responsible for the feeling of well-being in the organism, and also serves as a way of relieving the natural tensions caused by confinement.
