Working from Home: Strategies for Success

Get tips for successfully working from home. Learn how to stay focused, effective, and sane while balancing work and life.

Introduction

• Course overview

1. What You Need

• Setting up a great workspace
• Getting the proper equipment
• Apps and services for support

2. Starting Your Day and Scheduling

• Keep a daily routine
• Know your optimal work hours
• Be transparent about your availability
• Use video chats
• Schedule breaks
• Create an end-of-day routine

3. Professionalism, Etiquette, and Communication Online

• Setting up your home video studio
• Proper and professional video conferencing
• Create a system for sharing docs
• Online meeting protocols and phone manners
• Thoughtful communication: Use email with etiquette and care

4. Healthy Practices for Staying Focused

• Set boundaries with family
• Make time to exercise
• Leave home once a day
• Prep lunch in advance
• Beware of burnout

5. Working from Home with Kids

• Get creative with your schedule
• Be up front with your boss
• Stick to a routine
• Minimize interruptions
• Warn your coworkers
• Plan breaks with your kids

6. Working-from-Home Tips for Managers

• Tell your team how they can reach you
• Tell your team when they can reach you
• Clarify expectations for your team
• Use video to communicate weekly updates

Conclusion

• Goodbye