17 Ways To Stay Focused While Working From Home
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17 Ways to Stay Focused While Working From Home
This post is a personal one as it comes from experience!
It can help anyone, but will be especially helpful to my fellow neurodivergent readers.
My focus can be shocking to non-existent at times.
Like, really really bad!
No matter how much I want to do something, I sometimes just cannot get my head to focus.
On anything!
We all have our wants and reasons for doing things, but that doesn’t mean we can all automatically focus when we need it.
I’ve compiled a list of things that have helped me.
They are by no means miracle workers, but may just help you get some focus!
These aren’t in a specific order, just ideas that may help you!
Here’s my list of 17 ways to stay focused while working from home:
1 – Put Bouncy Running Shoes On
This tip is first as it’s one of my favourites.
Good old fashioned brain trickery!
I personally find that having a pair of bouncy running shoes on, inside the house can make the world of a difference!
People don’t always like wearing shoes inside the house, which is totally cool, you can just skip this one!
I’m not talking about mucky old dog-walking trainers.
More the sort you would wear to the gym.
Imagine that feeling of being a little kid, getting brand new shoes and suddenly having that feeling that you can run really fast.
It’s like that!
But for the brain.
With “running” shoes on, you will automatically feel less inclined to relax, and keeping your mind “on the go” may just work wonders for you too!
If you have trouble staying focused, try it, you never know how well it may work.
2 – Get some Exercise Outside
There are a couple of tips here that will take a little more effort to do.
Sometimes you may feel up to them, other times not.
This is one of those tips.
If you can’t get yourself to get out for a walk, try an indoor workout!
If you can though, going outside for a walk/some exercise can feel amazing.
It can get the endorphins going and getting fresh air into your lungs, and give you that boost to keep the momentum going when you get back inside.
If you’re finding you can’t focus due to having too much on your mind, a long walk in fresh air may just be the thing to help.
Even lay out clothes the night before, so they are ready to go!
Leaving yourself with fewer decisions at the time can be the difference between doing something or not! Having your clothes laid out the evening before is one less decision for the next morning.
3 – Happy/Good Feeling Songs
No matter your music preference, we all have those songs that give us a boost.
Find the ones you love to sing to, dance to, or just get a boost of serotonin from – you will know the ones.
Putting these songs on while working may help to focus your mind enough to get some good concentration in!
I personally can find music alone isn’t always enough to keep my focus going while working, but a couple of the tunes on before starting can set me up well!
There is one way where music/those feel good tunes can absolutely work for me though…
4 – Noise Cancelling Headphones
When I found out I was neurodivergent, I was recommended some noise cancelling headphones to help with focusing.
They help.
So much.
More than I expected!
I wanted a reasonably priced pair as I wasn’t sure they would work, so even on a budget you can get some amazing quality headphones.
The ones I got are no longer available but these ones are the closest I can find to the style, rating and price of the ones I got!
If I’m really struggling to focus at all, my noise cancelling headphones are an absolute godsend.
Chuck them on, good tunes on, and I can usually get my head to focus on whatever it is I’m trying to focus on!
5 – Caffeine
This one probably isn’t the best tip, and may be controversial, but, caffeine.
To be clear – I’m talking about coffee – not energy drinks!!
Now I’m not saying to have 14 coffees in a day, but having a strong coffee at a time when you need to focus, may work wonders.
Even if I’m not tired, having a coffee can really help kick my brain into gear and get my focus going.
Not the ideal solution, but realistic!
I find it helps – in moderation of course!
6 – Have Multiple Goals On the Go at Once
I have a tendency to get discouraged if things either don’t go to plan, or if progress is slow.
My patience with myself/things I’m working on, can be shocking lol.
If I was working on one goal at a time, and that one goal was either not progressing, or was progressing slowly, I would get discouraged.
When discouragement sets in, the motivation and focus disappears.
We can combat this by having multiple goals on the go, all progressing at the same time!
This way if one isn’t moving too quickly, we have a few to focus on, which in turn keeps spirits up.
When our spirits are up, we are a lot more likely to be able to focus and carry on working towards those goals.
I would advise picking at least 3 goals to be working on simultaneously so that you still see progress even if some are slow progress!
7 – Create a Structured Day/Week
I love a planner but for my daily work tasks the best method I’ve found is to make a checklist sheet for the whole working week.
Now this may be different for you depending on your working situation.
For me with the blog, I can choose which to do on what days (to a point).
As with the lack of patience above, I can also get overwhelmed if I feel there is too much to do in what feels like no time.
What we don’t want to do is get to that point of feeling overwhelmed.
But things still need to be done!
I created a sheet with all weekly tasks on, broken up into days, but all as check box tasks.
This way if I really can’t get my focus to kick in for a specific task (it happens), then I pick a different one from one of the other days.
Complete that one.
Tick that one off instead.
When it comes to that task to be completed (but already is), I pick the one from the first day I couldn’t focus on the first time around!
This may not work for everyone, but works well for me!
I made this quick example of the sort of sheet I use which hopefully will clarify what I mean!
This gives me things to tick off as I go, and still gets all tasks done in the week, even if the order is a little different some days.
8 – Get Your Space Sorted
Making sure your working space is set up how you like it can be a game changer.
Often we need to make the most of what we have in our current situation. Never let your current situation stop you from setting yourself up for success.
Whether your working space is a home office, or a desk in your bedroom, make your space functional, and feel like your ideal working space.
Keep that room clean, tidy and organised.
Tidy Space is a Tidy Mind!
Get yourself some desk decor, and have a “focus zone”, with whatever sort of setup you find inspires you and helps you focus.
Here’s some examples of things I have/have had on mine!
Headphone holder with USB ports
(Unsure how long the keyboard will last as it does feel a bit like a budget keyboard, but the lights are so colourful and bright and there’s loads of colour/light options so I love it! For the price you really can’t go wrong.)
UPDATE: That keyboard is a great budget option but in all honesty wasn’t the best fit for me with typing so much, so I splurged a bit and bought this one and the difference is world’s apart! If you are a serious typer/type for a living, definitely check this one out!
Having a space you enjoy being in, that you can feel both calm and inspired in, really can work wonders.
If my working space is messy, I have no urge to work!
Make it cute and personalised to what you like.
You’re making your dreams come true, so make it somewhere special to be!
9 – Atmosphere
Following on from the above, the feel of the room/work space is so important.
For me that means a space that is clean and tidy, organised, cosy and full of lights.
Like full.
I have so many things that light up and it just gives me serotonin.
As mentioned above I have the humidifier, the moon lamp and my new keyboard.
What I didn’t mention were all the rest and all the ones around this room.
There’s something about fairy lights and multicoloured lights that just makes me happy.
When I’m happy, I find it so much easier to stay focused.
Win Win!
As the winter rolls in, I’m aware I can become somewhat lacking in motivation at times, and this perks me up.
Whatever it is that perks you up – do that!
If you want to make everything in your space purple and glittery – do that!
You may want your entire desktop to be made up of photos under a glass top – if so, do that!
If you want 167 plants in your working room – do this!
Do what makes you happy and makes you feel focused and motivated.
The feel of your work space is just as – if not more important – than what it looks like.
10 – Get “Dressed” for the Day
You will absolutely have heard this before.
Dress how you want to feel.
Does this work?
Yes.
Is this easier said than done?
Also yes.
This one goes along with tip number 2 about going out for a walk.
Some days it just won’t happen.
If you are really struggling to find the focus though, I would seriously give this one a try.
Dressing how you want to dress, to fit whichever style you are going for, is a powerful thing.
Putting on a certain outfit can give you the mental inspiration to be able to focus.
I don’t get dressed up to work every day (I’m working on it lol), but on the days I do I definitely do notice a difference in how I feel.
11 – Smell Good
A super quick way to make yourself feel good is putting on a perfume.
Perfume itself may not make you focus, but will make you feel good!
As I mentioned before, feeling good is often closely linked to being able to focus.
Whether you can face/have the time to get “dressed up” or not, perfume takes just seconds.
Even leave a favourite bottle on your desk so it’s ready when you are!
Perfume can really boost your mood.
This is always a good thing!
It doesn’t have to be an expensive fragrance, just one you like!
12 – Get Yourself the Right Temperature
This one sounds odd – I know lol.
Turns out, I don’t work/focus well if I’m cold!
My brain likes things to “feel right” for me to be able to focus and be at my most productive.
Turns out temperature can play a huge part in getting our brains in gear to focus on work.
Too hot, we can feel lethargic.
Too cold, we want to shut down and cuddle up.
Neither of which are great if you’re trying to get yourself to focus!
I live in the UK so it’s not often “too hot” here, but here’s some ideas on what can help if you’re too cold.
My three go-to items to get myself up to the right temperature are these:
Hot water bottle for your feet
I also have arm warmers which do work to keep me warm and still allow me to type!
The ones I got aren’t great quality though so not linking those!
The electric blanket is a little pricier than the other 2 options but is magical if you get cold easily!
I have the one listed above, I just pop it on and it keeps me so cosy while at my desk!
Getting yourself to a comfortable temperature can be crucial for being the most productive.
Your brain is a lot more likely to focus if you feel comfortable and feel good.
13 – Do Chores First
When trying to focus, you may find it easier to focus on one thing, if you aren’t thinking about doing another.
If you have any chores/errands you want to do, try doing these first.
Obviously home and work life doesn’t always permit this – but it can help!
As mentioned earlier, I don’t work well in a messy space.
I find tidying the space the night before/first thing can set myself up for the day.
Same would go for if I needed to run to the Post Office or vacuum the house.
If I leave things like this on my to-do list, I find myself “waiting” to do them.
Getting them done and out the way first, frees up brain space to allow myself to properly focus!
This may not work for you, but I wanted to share it as I know it definitely helps me.
14 – Stay Hydrated
We all know to stay hydrated!
The question is, do we actually do it?
We should!
Staying hydrated is so important.
It will help you feel refreshed and awake.
It will also help you focus, as you will feel more alert and less groggy.
You may end up peeing a lot, but it’s worth it to keep your brain awake and your body hydrated!
Grab a 2 litre bottle, fill it in the morning and your entire water intake for the day is in one place!
This is the one I use (correct on December 2022) – it’s huge but reminds me to drink as it has little quotes on to keep you going!
15 – Get a Planner That You Love
Planners.
I love planners.
Planners are such a personal thing, and it can be hard finding the right one that works for you.
You need one that will inspire you, that you love to fill out, and that has everything you need.
I’ll link mine for anyone curious but planners are so personal, this style may not work for you!
(Dec 2022)
I got the Navy one!
I’ve tried so many planners and it can take a few goes to get one that’s right for you, but is so worth it.
If you are arty you can absolutely make it into a work of art too!
A planner will not only keep you on track, but makes it easy to lay out exactly what you want to accomplish that day.
It also can keep track of other tasks coming up, so you don’t feel overwhelmed if you have lots of ideas and plans bouncing about in your head!
If you love pen and paper as opposed to a digital planner, I would highly recommend getting yourself one that suits you and your needs.
If you’re like me, the perfect planner will make a huge difference!
16 – Find Quick Systems That Speed Up Processes
One of the perks of struggling with focus (if perks is even the right word), is that you can find quicker/more streamlined ways of doing things which gets the job done quicker!
I personally can’t always face tasks that I know in advance are going to take a lot of time or focus.
That’s partly why I learned how to write a blog post in one hour!
Finding ways to complete tasks in a short amount of time has been key to my productivity.
One of my bigger examples is Pinterest pins!
I will make an entire post on this in the fairly near future for anyone wanting to speed up their Pinterest pinning/scheduling speed.
Scheduling pinterest pins for the week in advance used to take me hours and hours.
Now I’ve created a way to get 2 weeks worth of pins scheduled in just one 2 hour slot.
For context, I pin 5 fresh pins, every single day.
This is my Pinterest profile if you want to check it out!
Finding systems that work for you which speed up your daily/weekly tasks, helps a lot.
These systems will be different depending on your needs and website niche.
It’s finding those systems that will make your life a lot easier!
It’s a hell of a lot easier putting your headphones on and focusing for a 2 hour stint than trying to focus on one task for hours and hours on end!
That may happen sometimes.
But, if you’re like me, that’s not the best way to get things done if you struggle with focus!
17 – Try and Keep Stress to a Minimum
I’ve left this one to last as it can be one of the hardest to do.
It is also one of the biggest factors in productivity and being able to focus on any given task!
Stress is so bad for the body, as well as the mind.
Some things in life are stressful and we can’t always get away from those.
What may be possible though is cutting down on the minor stresses.
Even minor stresses can add up and can make things feel overwhelming.
My ability to focus can be fairly non-existent if I feel overly stressed.
Here’s a task to try to cut down the stress in your life:
Write down everything that you feel is causing you stress.
Take an objective look at the list as to which ones you can change to lower your stress levels.
Are you able to eliminate some completely?
Can you work on some others so that they aren’t as stressful anymore?
Could you adopt a new mindset to help with any?
Practising self care is so important, if not only to deal with the minor stresses in daily life.
You may find that being able to lower your daily life stress – even a little – makes a big difference in your ability to focus.
I really hope some of these tips help you to be a little more focused!
What are some other tips you use to help you focus when you need it?
If you find any of the above help – let me know!
Speak soon!
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112 Comments
Vanessa
Great tips! I’m a big fan of noise-cancelling headphones – or at least a very good pair of headphones. Since getting a pair, I can’t live without them. Thanks for sharing so many gems with us!
Katherine McLee
They make such a difference don’t they! I wouldn’t have believed the focus they can help me acheive, with the right music on! I’m so glad you liked it!
Debbie
Such a fantastic and comprehensive list of tips for working from home. I really like the bouncy shoes idea. First time I ever heard it and I love using a planner! Thanks for sharing!
Katherine McLee
It sounds so weird but can help so much! Planners are one of the best things ever lol I’m glad you liked it Debbie! 🙂
Rosie
Fantastic list! Love this and I need it since I myself find it difficult at times to stay focused on tasks. Thank you!
Katherine McLee
I’m so glad you like it! It can be so hard staying focused so I’m glad you found these tips helpful!
Ruth@playworkeatrepeat
So many great tips. Thanks for sharing. I really like the light up keyboard!
Katherine McLee
Thank you! The keyboard is amazing! I put a full review up on it!
Yzzy
These are great tips! Never heard about the bouncing running shoes. I’ll try that one for sure!
Katherine McLee
It works so well, more than I would have guessed! Let me know how you get on!
Nimoramsey
Greats ideas and tips, thanks for sharing.
Katherine McLee
Thank you so much!
John Mulindi
I mostly work from home, therefore this was a useful post with practical tips that I can employ while working from home. Thanks for sharing.
Katherine McLee
Thank you! It can be hard to keep focus all the time so wanted to share some tips that help me!
Robert
These are great tips to help productivity
Katherine McLee
Thank you!
Stay Fit And CalmCalm
Well explained….focus inceases productivity. Thanks for sharing!!!
Katherine McLee
Absolutely! And finding ways to keep ourselves focussed is key to overall productivity!
Ildiko
Thank you for sharing! I already use some of them and now I got some new great ideas.
Katherine McLee
I’m glad you liked it! Let me know which ones work for you! 🙂
Twila HILL
I love this thank you so much for sharing
Katherine McLee
I’m really glad you liked it!
Fransic verso
I agree we all have songs that help to boost and these are great things to consider. I always love to stay hydrated and some of these things.
Katherine McLee
Hydration makes such a difference! Music is one of the quickest ways to focus I find, especially with big headphones so I feel like I’m in my own world.
Coralle
Brilliant advice! I find that exercising whenever I’m feeling uninspired or I have writer’s block really helps me. And I normally have to be dressed in “work clothes” to concentrate properly on my work. 🙂
Katherine McLee
Absolutely! Things like that can make such a big difference! I’ve started going for a walk when I’m feeling stuck so completely agree that it works 🙂
Shannon Colclough
I would be defintialy say that noise cancelling headphones for sure.
Katherine McLee
They make such a difference! Thank you for your comment!
Alice Makena
I loved every tip you’ve mentioned, but creating multiple goals is a game changer for me. I always end up disappointment and unmotivated whenever I don’t accomplish set goals (mostly just one). Thanks to this guide, I’ll be having many at a go. Brilliant!
Katherine McLee
I’m so glad you found it helpful! It’s absolutely a game changer, and keeps your motivation up as you can still see progress, even in the other goals!
Ghada/ Psycheducated
I love all of these tips and I have tried most of them. But “wearing running shoes” I’ve never thought about this one. I definitely need to give it a try. Thank you for sharing!
Katherine McLee
It sounds bizarre but I can’t explain how well it works! It keeps your brain in “moving” mode as opposed to “relaxing” mode and really can help!
Nadia
This is a great list. My husband works from home and sometimes he goes into the backyard to work and it helps him so much, especially in the summertime. There’s something about being outside. Now that it’s getting colder, he has been working inside but I can tell that he’s definitely in a more positive mood when he works outside.
I just started working from home too. Getting the chores done first and structuring my day make a huge difference in how productive I am throughout the day. Really great and thoughtful tips that ACTUALLY work.
Katherine McLee
I’m so glad you liked it! It can be so hard keeping yourself focused! Finding the tips that work for you/the individual is absolutely the trick!
I'm All Booked Up
Caffine and music help us stay focused!
Katherine McLee
Caffeine can actually work wonders, paired with music it can really help focus solidly for at least a while!
Charlie-Elizabeth Nadeau
Great article and tips! Working from home is great but also important to remain productive. These tips seem like they could really make a difference. I keep an agenda/journal and it helps a lot. Love the running shoes tip and looking forward to trying some of the others. Thank you for sharing!
Katherine McLee
Thank you! It sounds strange but honestly works so well as it tricks your mind into keeping moving!
Lina
Great tips! I have never heard about the first one (running shoes), but I will try. I am waiting for your post about Pinterest.
Katherine McLee
It can work so well! It tricks your mind and keeps you feeling more active! The Pinterest post is coming!
Diana Trinh
This post couldn’t have come at a better time! I just started working from home in January and I’ve been finding it difficult to concentrate and get tasks done. Thanks for sharing Katherine!
Katherine McLee
It can be so hard to concentrate at home! I’m really glad you found this helpful! A lot will be trial and error to find which methods work for you!
Deanna | Life By Deanna
I don’t work from home too much but I love your tip about getting dressed! Getting out of your pj’s really helps your mind realize its work time.
Katherine McLee
Absolutely. It can be so tempting to stay in pjs but I really think that for your brain to be awake, your body needs to feel awake!
Kara
These are such great tips!! I have ADHD & Anxiety so it can be hard to get things done sometimes. I will definitely look into a planner.
Katherine McLee
I hav ADHD too so completely understand how hard it can be! Finding the ways that work for you is a game changer! Planners are amazing as they are “busier” than a notepad so I find they work well!
Lisa
I love it that you say chores. having things ‘to do’ is my biggest distraction in a home office. But if I knock out my weekly chores on Saturday and Sunday and stay on top of the daily ones, I feel better and am not constantly a mental to do list. Thank you – love your site!
Katherine McLee
Absolutely! I find I’m exactly the same. If it’s on my mind to do, it stops me focused on working which isn’t ideal! Keeping ontop of the daily tasks is amazing as it stops things building up then too! Thank you for your comment!
Catia
These are really great tips – I had never heard of the wearing shoes tip before but what a subtle yet noticeable difference!
Katherine McLee
It’s crazy how well it works isn’t it! Sometimes those little tips can make such a big difference!
Kim
Great tips! I like the bouncy shoes tip for sure!
Yzzy
I still struggling with staying focused while working from home. These are great tips that I will definitely put on practice! Thank you!
Katherine McLee
You may have to try a few to find which ones work for you but if you find ones that do work, you’ll be set! 🙂
Katherine McLee
I find it works so well! I’m glad you liked it!
Pastor Natalie (Examine This Moment)
These are great tips. Prioritizing chores and work loads will help in maintaining work-life balance. Thank you for sharing these suggestions. ☺️
Pastor Natalie (Examine This Moment)
Letstakeamonent.com
Katherine McLee
Abolutely! It not only gets things off your mind early in the day, but saves you falling into the trap of spending the entire day doing chores (we’ve all been there), and not getting anything else done!
Sandra Ward
Love this! As I work part-time outside the home and part-time at home being focused can be a huge struggle for me.
Katherine McLee
It can be so tricky trying to really focus in the time we are at home so I hope these helped!
Tasiahub
Music works for me all the time as well as planning my week
Katherine McLee
Music can be so powerful!
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Kirsten Smith
Great tips!
Katherine McLee
Thank you!
Laura Smith
Great tips! I work from home two days a week, and one thing I make sure to do is leave my work space during lunch, or I’ll work right through it.
Katherine McLee
That’s a good habit to have! It can be too easy to just work straight through but that mental break is so important to re-gain full focus when back working!
Amy
This is a great list! The getting dressed is a super important motivator for me. 🙂
Katherine McLee
It can make such a difference can’t it! Finding what works for you is key!
Liv
Loved this! Great steps and so clear and easy to read. This just reminded me to dust off my clever fox planner, I probably used it for 2 months and then shelved it haha
Katherine McLee
The clever fox planners are just the best! Haha it’s too easy to just leave it on a shelf! I’m glad you liked it! 🙂
Michelle
Wow this post came at the perfect time for me! I start my new work from home job this Thursday! Definitely will be implementing these tips and I am SO ordering that motivational card deck with my first paycheck ☺️
Katherine McLee
They are so cute aren’t they! Just that little bit of motivation can make a difference to your whole mindset! 🙂
Payal
Love these tips – they came at the right time! 🙂 My biggest need is to create and maintain structure. Thank you!
Katherine McLee
I’m so glad you found them helpful! Structure can help so much as it takes the decision making aspect out! 🙂
Kerona
I do struggle with this too, I sometimes start working then I find myself instead catching up on shows lol I’m getting better at it as I go along, sometimes changing up your workspace or location helps too, makes you want to work or just simply go outside in your back yard.
Katherine McLee
It’s so easy to get distracted isn’t it! Yes absolutely, a change of location or getting some fresh air outside can work wonders!
Isabelle Vita New York
Great list! I think putting on happy/feel good songs is definitely helpful.
Katherine McLee
It can make such a difference! Sometimes it just gives you the boost you need!
Sweety Joshi
Wow! You have shared really fantastic and practical tips here. I needed these tips. Thank you for solving a huge issue of mine.
Katherine McLee
I’m so glad it helped! Finding the tips that works especially for you is key!
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Hazlo Emma
Katherine,
Music is a must in my case.
I prefer barefoot while working from home – because of something I learnt a while back about alignemnt of the spinal cord – especially if you sit down for long hours.
Great tips.
Shared the post.
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Katherine McLee
Music can be amazing!
Oh wow I never knew that about being barefoot! I’ll google this! I find running shoes help to keep my mind active though.
Thank you so much!
Hazlo Emma
Let me know what you find.
When you think about it, children learning to walk start from walking barefoot. There’s a whole lot on the barefoot lifestyle movement.
Well in my case, no more back pains!
Katherine McLee
That does make a lot of sense! I’m going to try and use more of the other tips listed to see if I can stay barefoot more often while working! I’m really glad you don’t have any more back pains!
Tina B Smith
Great ideas. I have a tough time concentrating. I’ll try some of your tips next time I sit down to work!
Katherine McLee
Let me know which ones work for you! 😊
Nancy Andres
Especially find doing #8 helpful. A decluttered, organized office work space helps me stay more focused. I do my most important work project first thing in the day and then move and to the next. I find if I run errands early in the day I’m less likely to return to the next work project. Getting outdoors for some sunlight certainly is an energy booster. Warm regards, Nancy Andres @ Colors 4 Health
Katherine McLee
A tidy workspace makes such a difference doesn’t it! Finding what works best for you is key! I think people underestimate the power of fresh air!
Lindsey
These are wonderful tips and there are so many people who could benefit from this in the job market today! I find many helpful for myself in balancing this blogging world with teaching. Thank you for these great ideas and the product links are helpful as well!
Katherine McLee
Thank you so much! Absolutely, time management is key to getting the most done, and that often means needing to focus for a short amount of time as opposed to half-focusing for hours! You’ll have to let me know which ones work best for you! 🙂
Julie Russell
I love this post! These tips are so insightful and on point. I will have to try some of these tips as I keep working on my blog. Especially the Happy/Good Feeling Songs, Create a Structured Day/Week, Get Your Space Sorted, Atmosphere, and Find Quick Systems That Speed Up Processes!
I look forward to more posts!
Katherine McLee
Thank you so much! Finding the tips that work best for you is key! Let me know which ones you find work the best for you! 🙂
Melissa
Love these tips! I definitely need to stay hydrated and organized.
Katherine McLee
Thank you! Hydration can make a huge difference! Minus the fact you’ll be needing to pee a lot 😅
Whitney Stewart
This will help me so much you have NO IDEA! I don’t work from often very much, but when I’m working on my computer (for my blog) I can get distracted by outside noise or loose focus. Maybe I should try getting some noise canceling headphones and drink more coffee? I’d be for the second option! Lol! Thank you so much for sharing this though! It’ll come in handy for me!
Katherine McLee
I’m exactly the same! The noise cancelling headphones are one of the biggest things that’s helped me! Let me know which ones work for you!! 🙂
Tahila Mongoya
These are such great tips. I’ll try them out and let you know how it goes
Katherine McLee
Thank you! Yes absolutely let me know which ones work best for you!
Catia
I needed this today! Some days I’m so motivated, others I feel so zapped and just want to lounge around all day – these tips help!
Katherine McLee
I’m so glad they help! Finding the ones that work for you is key! Let me know which ones you find help the most!
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Isabella Dorgu
Love these suggestions! The doing chores first bit is definitely helpful in organizing and prioritizing for me. Thanks for sharing.
Katherine McLee
Thank you! I find that doing them first helps a lot as it’s not hanging over me/in the back of my mind then!
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Maryanne
I find it almost impossible to stay focused at home while working. Noise cancelling earphones, keeping the area organised and creating structure for the week do help. I think I will try some of your other suggestions as they sound quite good. Thank you!
Katherine McLee
Let me know which other tips you find helpful, or if you have any others you find also work! 🙂
Tracy McHugh
It’s like this post was directly speaking to me! I definitely need to exercise in the morning and get my space organized before getting started on my way.
Katherine McLee
I think both of those things are underestimated in terms of how much they can really help your mindset in the mornings!
Mandy
These were all really great tip and very actionable. I loved the idea of putting on bouncy running shoes. As a food photographer, I am on my feet a lot during the day and have been considering getting some Hokas to wear while working. Your post is the boost I need to actually press the purchase button!
Katherine McLee
Putting on bouncy running shoes I find works SO well. It’s one of my absolute favourite tips!!
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