How To Get That Home Office In Order
You probably haven’t given much thought to that home office, until now. Etsy trend expert Dayna Isom Johnson gives these tips to make your office more professional… She also says that if…
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You probably haven't given much thought to that home office, until now.
Etsy trend expert Dayna Isom Johnson gives these tips to make your office more professional...
- Prepare the essentials -- Give yourself the tools you need to have a successful workday, whether it’s a desk organizer, charging station to keep your electronics fully fueled, or whiteboard to jot down ideas.
- Add greenery and natural light -- Plants and sunlight are known to reduce stress and increase productivity. If you can, choose to create your home office in a room that gets plenty of natural light and has space for a few plants. Nature will always make you feel a little brighter.
- Keep track of time -- Get yourself a desk clock to remind you how long you’ve been sitting at your desk. It’s important to take breaks throughout the day, and an old-school clock will ensure that you have an easy way to view the time.
- Prioritize comfort -- Comfort is key to working from home, so make sure to choose a proper chair, or add a cushion to the chair you have, to keep yourself comfortable throughout the day.
- Find your light -- Proper lighting can increase productivity, so make sure you have a good fixture, whether it’s a desk lamp or a wall sconce, and play with the angles until you get just the right amount of light in your work space.
- Utilize wall space -- If your work space has a wall nearby, consider adding a peg wall or cork board to add reminders, calendars, or even inspirational messages to keep you motivated.
- Reduce stress -- Keep calming aromatherapy roller balls, essential oil diffusers, or candles on your desk to help release stress. And don’t forget to take a minute to relax when you need a moment. It’s okay to take self-care breaks!
She also says that if your home office is in your bedroom, try to make it feel like a totally different room to separate when you're working.
