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I’ve worked 100% remotely for over 15 years, and I can confidently say, I will never go back to an office. Once you break free from the outdated belief that productivity means sitting in a cubicle from 9 to 5, everything shifts. My productivity, mental health, and bank account have all flourished.
Remote work sharpens your ability to set boundaries with yourself. You rewire how you manage your time, energy, and focus. You become your own best manager, and that kind of autonomy unlocks serious personal growth. You’re also not just saving time, you’re saving life energy. No commuting, no office politics, no constant interruptions, all of that mental noise disappears, giving you back hours of clear-headed thinking and space for both work and personal goals.
So many more things I could say. Once you experience that freedom, going back to the old way feels unthinkable.
I have toddlers. If you have a separate room to work in like a home office then invest in a door knob that you can lock.
Also, take a few calls and ask people how you audio and logging is for them to check you setup. Don’t have natural light behind for video.
I like have a morning and end of day rituals to seperate work from life. Morning routine is running or Peleton. End of day I try to close out all my browser tabs and apps and make a todo list.
JEALOUS! But also, congratulations. I LOVED working from home. What helped me most was having a designated office space, setting boundaries with my family so they knew I'm not just free to cook meals when they're hungry, etc... And know when to shut it down. I always found myself working a little more because it was there at home.
One of my biggest things that I tell to anybody is try to keep some semblance of getting ready and getting off of work. Example being my driving home from work was kind of an unwind time getting off of work. I LOVE not having that commute but it also meant being kind of high strung right after I’d be done for the day.
It was the best thing to happen in my work life and a very easy switch for me to make. I was mostly autonomous when I was working in office, so I was already used to working at my own pace on my own schedule. Working remotely just gave me the opportunity to do the same thing from the couch. The biggest piece of advice I can give is to treat it like the same 9 to 5 job. Don't get in the habit of working after hours, it makes it really hard to separate your work day from your personal time.
At first it is hard but after a while it is so much easier to get things done without distractions, have notes open for meetings, and log off when you need space.
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I’ve been remote for over 6 years. Get a travel router so you can take advantage of it. During the summer, I’ll work at a park, outdoor cafe, museums. Different places spark creativity for me. Home has too many home distractions.
Congrats! You'll enjoy WFH! You'll find the key is Balance.
Set and keep a morning routine – prepare yourself in the mornings and take time to "unwind" once you clock out. Know your strengths & weaknesses, set boundaries, and leave your work at work.
Invest in a sit-to-stand desk — I highly recommend it. Even if your workstation is stationary. After working remotely for 5 years, I've learned that sitting for extended periods naturally makes me tired, so we invested in a desk that elevates and declines in height when needed. The desk has been a game-changer. Various options on Amazon for around $99.
Movement — Remember to exercise to offset the time you spend sitting down, and don't forget to spend time outside, with friends and/or family! Stretch frequently! Using tech for 8 hrs/day can also affect our physical and mental well-being, so always remember... Balance is key. Try a tech "detox" or time away from screens after work. Invest in doing things you love, plan your time off and enjoy the mental health days when needed.
Most of all, fill your workspace with items you need to focus & thrive — do you need natural light, cool temps, an ergonomic chair, specific desk height, filing cabinet, pens & notebook or just clear, open space? Make the new office work for you!
Best wishes.