16 Pro tips on how to work from home

In the past, a lot of people fantasized about working from the comfort of their own home, dodging a commute and instead, catching up on their sleep, family time or gym time. Today’s reality is that very quickly in the wake of stay-at-home orders, many Americans find themselves working from home, sometimes for the first time. Many of these people are finding that working remotely is a double-edged sword. On the positive side, you get to stay home and avoid traffic, but on the flip side, they are finding that it is more difficult to focus on actually working than expected.

Whether it’s your children, who are also at home with you, a pile of laundry that seems more appealing than your work’s to-do list, or a desire to take quick break that turns into a one hour social media check in, being productive at home takes extra effort and focus. On top of this, in a time of social distancing, the isolation can quickly become a downer for those used to getting their social fix at work.

How can you stay focused on the job and mentally healthy while working remotely? Great question! Here are 16 pro tips from work-from-home veterans.