Working From Home…..But Is Your Home Remote Work Ready?
COVID-19 had our economy completely depleted without a seconds notice, hundreds and thousands of institutions completely shut down, and anything that was previously planned has gotten cancelled. Along with this, the workplace setting has migrated to our homes. Working remotely has become our current best shot at financial survival as we are still a battle with this virus.
As Work From Home is the most prevalent concept of today, we have to ask ourselves…
Is My Home Remote Work Set-Up Ready?
Is your home office set at the right temperature? Do you have the right monitor screen size? Is the light bulb’s wattage the same or similar ones in your regular office? It is rare that we find ourselves asking these questions, but it is extremely important to mimic your otherwise regular workspace in order to find yourself motivated enough to work from the comfort of your own home. Here are a few must-have products that we have found have brought out a better level of productivity in at-home workers:
1. A table or desk that is of appropriate height. It is always important to have a strictly professional space that allows you to resonate with work, instead of home.
2.Sufficient lighting. It is important to be alert when working, and the lighting provides a sharp touch to aid with that,
3.A calendar can help you stay on top of everything you have to do, and allow you to organize your schedule.
4.A comfortable chair is always important when you’re going to be in one place for most of the day. Allowing yourself some comfort will lessen the negative connotation that may surround your work desk.
5.Filing cupboard or drawer and writing and other office supplies. It is important to stay on top of everything and make sure that all of your working needs are near you at all times in order to avoid getting distracted by other items in your home throughout the workday
Things You Will Need.
The most important aspect of work from home is Wi-Fi. It is the most unpleasant thing when you’re in the middle of a conference call or class when your connection fails, therefore missing out on important information and announcements. In order to assure your attendance and presence within the meeting, you must:
1.Locate the spot in your home with the best connection, and create your workspace within the vicinity of that area.
2.Invest in a WiFi extender or a mesh network to enhance your connectivity and range.
3.Explore backup connectivity options such as mobile data, or a better device, such as a mobile hotspot.
Another technical device that is used by many remote workers is a virtual private network. Also known as a VPN, the virtual private network is used an extra preventative and safety measure by workers that has proven to be useful.
Working at home may just be a blessing in disguise! As long as you keep up with a professional workspace and have everything in check, you’ll feel like you’re right back at the office!
