Do you like working from home and what do you do to keep from getting distracted?

[Simslover92]

I started today and it was quite different. I'm not sure if I will have the momentum to not get distracted. I'm going to try but this is about to be challenging for me.

[Tarifa]

Ideally, you should have your own dedicated work space, a large desk and a comfortable chair. If at all possible, in a separate room you can call your 'office'.

Distractions? There will be, but you also have the leisure to work at your own pace. You can take a break whenever you want to, not when your boss tells you so or when your colleagues take a coffee break. Just keep an eye on the task at hand and dedicate enough time to your work. Otherwise, you could be working late nights and very early mornings on top of it all. I've done that, but only when I took on more work than I should have.

Keep work time and private time strictly separated. Otherwise, it will be hard on your family.

[Simslover92]

Thanks. Will do!

[Tarifa]

Any other questions or tips, pls send me a DM. There's loads of little things to take into account to make it a better experience.

[Simslover92]

Thanks. I definitely will if I have any!

[Tarifa]

Thanks for the MHO

[Simslover92]

You're welcome

[Twalli]

You need a dedicated workspace. Everything in there will not distract you from work. It can help to have music or something else playing to drown out ambient noise. Make sure that nobody else there will interrupt you.

[Simslover92]

Thanks. I will.

[Twalli]

If you need any more help, I can give it to you. I worked remotely for 16 straight months. I missed one day when there was a system crash (cloudforce? cloudstrike? something like that). Every other time I was on or put in for time off beforehand.

[Simslover92]

Thanks. I will certainly reach out if I need any more help!

[AI Opinion]

Working from home can be rewarding, yet challenging. I find it helpful to establish a dedicated workspace and clear boundaries with family or housemates. Creating a schedule similar to a regular workday can also maintain momentum. Break tasks into smaller, manageable parts and utilize tools like timers to focus in bursts. Incorporating regular breaks and movement fosters productivity. Discovering what works best for you, such as background music or silence, is essential to staying aligned and focused. This new adjustment often improves with time and practice. Embrace the journey, ensuring to stay adaptable.

[Still-alive]

I tried that once and yeah i have major adhd so it was pretty difficult. i guess i would just try to cut out as many distractions as you can. like disable notifications on your phone and such. if you live with anyone let them know you got work to do so they know not to bother you or make too much noise.

Something else that helps when i try to read is ill put 'brown noise' on in the background and somehow it helps me concentrate on what im reading. maybe that can work for you if complete silence isn't working for you

https://www.youtube.com/embed/snlA7rFR0iQ

[Simslover92]

Thanks. I'll try that if complete silence doesn't help.

[jazzy34]

When I worked from home, my lunch break was an hour. I liked being in the privacy of my own home. As I mentioned on a previous post, my WAH job kept me pretty busy so there was little room to be distracted. You’ll get used to it. It’s just something new for you. 😊

[Simslover92]

Oh ok. Thanks 😊

[LiamS95]

I have a separate room in my house that is a dedicated office I'm remotely connected to my work computer so team members can get a hold of me at any point in time through text, voice or video on Microsoft teams. I keep very busy and like at work I only go go the kitchen to get a tea or coffee.

[Simslover92]

We have Microsoft teams as well which is honestly a Godsend because at least there will be some kind of interaction with coworkers/supervisors.

[Iron_Man]

I don’t have a computer to work at home you can’t really work at home on a cell phone you get distracted by TV by wanting to eat by drinking sodas by people coming by knocking on the door by phone calls you get distracted on the noises you hear coming from outside it’s hard to work at home and you’re always tempted to get on this site and check out what’s going on

[Iron_Man]

When I became, a Moderator Here two years ago I was wondering if my cell phone could actually handle it, but it worked out perfectly

[Iron_Man]

And I kept moving up and up to the highest level

[Simslover92]

That's what I'm a bit worried about. Distractions like people knocking on the door or TV. And yes now that I don't have a manager looking over my back it will be tempting to get on this site more often than I should.

[Iron_Man]

Well, you can give it a shot and see how it goes. But I can tell you that when there’s a manager around you have to work. When you’re at home. It’s tempting, to take breaks. Take a little nap. Get something to eat. Sidetracked yourself on the Internet things happen. Plus, you may not feel the need that you have to wake up early. So it does get difficult. Plus what if you have to ask somebody a question and nobody’s around.

[Simslover92]

Luckily we have Microsoft teams. So if I have a question I can just ask on there. But getting sidetracked is what I am nervous about. I don't want to start slacking off because then I'll lose work from home privileges and have to return to the office.

[Iron_Man]

Yikes well give it a shot and see how it goes Well, that’s good that you can ask questions.

[Iron_Man]

At first you’ll be motivated to prove yourself. It’s when you’re comfortable then the Temptations start happening the slacking off.

[Simslover92]

Yep. I'll see how it goes and luckily I can still ask questions if I need help with anything.

[Iron_Man]

Great I hope it works out for you

[Simslover92]

Thanks!

[Iron_Man]

You’re very welcome, Elaine

[mysteriousNicholas]

@Simslover92 you're doing the best you can. I just like to say that

[Simslover92]

Thanks

[mysteriousNicholas]

@Simslover92 actually, thank you 😁😬😃

[Nikki1989]

Nah, I had to do it during COVID, and I hated it. A big part of my job is meeting people, and you can't do that being at home; Zoom calls don't really cut it.

[exitseven]

I am teaching a remote class this semester. I get paid a lot of money for not doing very much work. I do not know if the students are getting anything out of it?

[Shiprex]

Not really. Home has a different mindset for me. Freedom from other stuff and my own space. It's not easy but i think important

[Ironic_Method]

I love it. I have too much pride to let my work ethic slide on any project or work my name is attached to, so I haven't had to worry about distractions as much.

[DonaldDarko]

I don't get distracted unless I just get tired and have to take a break.

[Agape93]

I love it. I just get my shit done when I have time to get it done.

[MannMitAntworten]

I do as long as I can mostly work during the hours I choose. It can be a challenge at times.

[Xawyx-2]

Not yet, but I'd really like to work from home.

[RedInnocent69]

I’m on the fence. Once in a while it’s helpful, but when my ADHD kicks in, in even worse than just having my phone at the office

[msc545]

I like working it from home because it's relaxing and I have a nice environment to be in without any interruptions other than from my cat Alistair.

[slatyb]

I close the door