Introduction – Digital Products – Your Niche – Personal Care
Working from home best practice for product creators.
Lots of courses overlook this side of our business however just like any job there are certain things you should do. Having done this for 20 years I have seen people come and god because they try and do everything, stay up late and drink coffee and don’t socialise a lot.
If you want to do this for the long haul then organize your day for when you are most productive. For me that is a few hours in the morning and then a few hours at night.
1. SET AND FOLLOW A WORK SCHEDULE
Whether you’re new to working from home, or have dabbled in the past, now is the time to set a work schedule. Working from home can change your entire routine, so knowing when to start work, and when to finish, provides better clarity and focus during your working hours.
Decide on your best times to work most productively. This may be in one big block or a few smaller blocks. Everyone is different but try to make it consistent. People tend to get sucked in when working on computers but get into the habit of getting up and walking around at least once an hour. Keeps you healthy and sane.
Your lifestyle might have to change with wife, children and other people in the house.
2. EAT AND DRINK AT REGULAR INTERVALS
One easy way to keep yourself focused and in a working mindset is to eat and drink just like you would do at work. This means making yourself tea, coffee, and glasses of water throughout your day, as well as taking lunch at a semi-consistent time each day. Staying hydrated and well-fed can enable you to perform at your best, so consider consuming mood-boosting foods and drinks to stay healthy and happy.
3. CREATE A DEDICATED WORK SPACE
You may not be aware of this, but your typical working environment has been strictly analysed to ensure your health and safety are taken care of. This is a little different when working from home, so it’s important to choose a dedicated area to work from, and set this up so it supports your body and mind each day.
Once you’ve set up the space you’ll be working from each day, follow the NHS’ guidelines on how to sit at your desk correctly, and ensure your lighting is suitable for your screen/work to avoid eye strain.
4. USE TECHNOLOGY TO STAY CONNECTED
One of the most common issues around working from home is the lack of communication. When in the office or workplace, we often take for granted how easy it is to speak to a co-worker or knock on our manager’s door.
That means, when working from home, communication is key. And you may have to put in more effort to communicate – scheduling phone calls, drafting emails, and setting up video conferencing can all be more cumbersome than a simple conversation. But it’s worth it in order to create an illusion of proximity.
At the same time, relying on technology can also become an issue, so check out this guide on how to manage your technology habit in a healthy, productive way.
In the following tutorials we will look at more specific work techniques.