Sun Feb 05 2023 10:09:47 GMT+0200 (South Africa Standard Time) - QikTruck Media
Working from home has become an increasingly popular option for South Africans seeking to balance work and family life. With so many distractions, however, it can become difficult to stay motivated while working remotely. Here are our top tips for staying motivated while working from home.
Firstly, it’s important to have a dedicated workspace for your remote professional tasks. Having physical borders between your work and living spaces will help distinguish between work time and home time and ensure that you remain focused for the duration of your workday. This can be a physical desk or table, a corner in the living room, or even the corner of your bedroom. Designate the area as workspace only and make sure it is visible from all parts of the house so that you, as well as your family members, can respect the fact that you’re busy during your allocated ‘working hours’.
In order to stay motivated while working from home, it’s important to set clear, measurable goals. Depending on the specific tasks and goals of each job, this can include deadlines, quotas, and milestones. Having objectives to work towards will provide direction, focus, and ambition, as well as a sense of accomplishment once they’re attained. Regularly plan tasks, set up goals, and create rewards – both short-term and long-term – to ensure continued motivation.
Consistency is key for any successful professional, and this is even more important for remote workers. Establishing a consistent work routine and sticking to it will help with productivity and focus, as well as assist in managing distractions. This can include regularly scheduled breaks, downtime for physical activity, or blocks of uninterrupted work time.
Maintaining your distance from colleagues and other professionals can be a challenge while working from home, however there are still ways to stay in touch. Make use of online collaboration tools such as Skype, Hangouts, Zoom, and Slack. If you’re working remotely as part of a team, regular video meetings should be scheduled. Alternatively, working with a virtual assistant can help you stay on top of tasks and add a little human interaction to your daily routine.
An important part of any work schedule is looking after yourself. It’s easy to overlook your physical and mental health while working from home. This can lead to burn out, so make sure that you’re continuously taking time for yourself. Pay attention to your mental and physical health, go outdoors from time to time, eat nutritious meals and remain hydrated. Finally, when you feel that it’s time for a break, take one!
At QikTruck, we know that time is money. That’s why we offer businesses in South Africa a same-day delivery network for goods transportation and for door-to-door or inter-city deliveries. We make sure your goods are delivered with speed and our team of dedicated professional drivers are always available to help. Our experienced customer service staff is always on hand to assist you with any questions. By taking the hassle out of goods transportation, you’re able to stay focused on the task of staying motivated while working from home.