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Working at home might be the new normal but that doesn’t mean that you already have the perfect space to do so. However, by following a few simple steps you can turn any space in your home into the perfect office, which will help you increase your focus and productivity.
1. Assess What You Need
You might already have some essentials you will need for your new home office but you should make a detailed assessment of some things you will have to buy. These things can go from basic items such as a desktop computer and a printer to other items such as cabinets, organizers, desks, and other furniture in case you anticipate having meetings or other employees.
In addition, small things are usually forgotten until the very moment in which you need them. Paper, staplers, notepads, and post-its are among the little things that can be overlooked during the renovation process. It’s all going to come down to your working process and the specific business you are in. So make a list and organize your budget to see what is a priority and what can wait. Remember that some things should be seen as an investment and are worth the extra expense.
2. Clear a Space for Your Desk
A desk is an essential part of any office, even if you are at home. It allows you to place the items you will use during your work as well as have a designated working space. You need to make sure you have cleared a space for your desk that will allow you to be comfortable.
Furthermore, if you are planning on getting a chair, you should make sure you have enough room to get on it comfortably. When choosing a desk and a chair, make sure they are the right fit for you. You are likely to spend hours of your day in this area after all.
3. Make the Room Isolated for Your Calls
If you live with your family or if you have a pet, you must be able to make your space a professional setting. The last thing you want is for your dog’s barks to be heard during an important business meeting.
A solution for this is to isolate the room that will be your office as best as possible. This is not always something easy to do, but it will have great benefits in the long run. In addition, it will allow you to focus and be productive during the workday.
4. Turn Your Garden Shed into an Office
A great way to have an office that can be designed from scratch is by using your garden shed. More often than not this space ends up being a place to store things. You can make the most of it by clearing it out and setting the furniture and supplies you got for your office.
In addition, as it is separate from the house, it will automatically help you to have two distinct spaces between your home and your office. Also, you can more easily insulate a garden shed to make sure any outside noises don’t disturb your workday.
5. Inspiring Details Are Key
Decoration often is overseen in favor of practicality. While it is true that the essentials are the priority, you should personalize your space and add things that might inspire you. These can go from a couple of plants to making sure your desk faces a window.
Sometimes, you might be too absorbed in your work or have a very stressful day. Having a window to look out from and taking a small break to do so can be the rest you need to get energized and continue with your work. If you like affirmations, you can print and frame a phrase that you identify with and have it visible somewhere in the office. This could be a great help during hard or long days.
The transition to working from home can be a great opportunity to make the most of a space that you hardly use or to repurpose an area of your home. At the end of the day, you will spend many hours at your office and you now have the chance to make it as comfortable and adapted to your needs as possible.
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