{"id":13726,"date":"2020-03-03T17:44:12","date_gmt":"2020-03-03T09:44:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/?p=13726"},"modified":"2021-02-25T12:21:41","modified_gmt":"2021-02-25T04:21:41","slug":"work-from-home-tips-improve-telecommuting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/work-from-home-tips-improve-telecommuting\/","title":{"rendered":"Work From Home: 7 Tips to Improve Telecommuting"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The COVID-19 coronavirus epidemic has got many of us working from home. Here’s 7 essential tips to boost your productivity and help you conquer remote work!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Working from home is uncharted territory for many young professionals. Unlike our older<\/del> more tenured colleagues, we might be unsure of how to navigate these murky professional waters: you\u2019re in your pyjamas, but you\u2019re taking calls from your boss. \ud83e\udd37\u200d\u2640\ufe0f Naturally, there\u2019s some confusion here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s a couple of tips from us to help you survive this working from home situation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

P.S.: Check out these WFH essentials that we’ve found to improve home productivity<\/a>! <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Overcommunicate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Unlike being in the office, no one can swing by your desk to ask you to do something. We suggest making it clear that you\u2019re available; offer help and suggestions preemptively instead of waiting for someone to ask. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, make sure you\u2019re contactable. It\u2019s an easy thing to do \u2013 check your inbox, stay online through whatever medium your office uses, and check in with your boss\/employees regularly!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Work on Your Own Schedule<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Working from home can be great for this one reason: flexibility! Wanna use your lunch break to nap? Your bed is about 5 steps from you. Working from home means you get to accomplish your tasks on your own timeline. This means working when you\u2019re the most energised and productive, and not being forced to power through that post lunch food coma for appearances sake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leveraging on your high energy moments throughout the day allows you to work smarter, and not harder, while you increase your productivity. If you feel more productive at night, you\u2019re free to do more work then instead of cramming everything into the hours between 9am and 5 pm!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Be Accountable for Your Work<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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While being given the freedom to work on your own schedule, it\u2019s important to set goals for the day while you work from home. This is to ensure that you\u2019re still being productive, albeit on your own schedule. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you anticipate that you need additional time for a certain task you\u2019re working on, ensure you communicate this to the relevant parties. Working on a different schedule and not being proactive in communicating is just asking for a miscommunication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you fail to do so, it\u2019s easy for your colleagues to operate under the assumption that you’re slacking off \u2013 and we definitely don’t want that!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Don\u2019t Get Distracted<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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In the same way you would in the office, try to remain focused as much as possible while you\u2019re working. We definitely don\u2019t suggest watching Netflix as you\u2019re typing out that report. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead, give yourself \u201ccheckpoints\u201d. One completed report means a small snack, a short break to stretch or go make some tea. You get the idea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When working from home, it\u2019s important to keep your productivity at its usual levels \u2013 because it\u2019s not possible to verify that you’re actually working<\/em>. In these scenarios, remember to let your colleagues know if you\u2019re facing any delays. Point #1 on overcommunicating comes in handy here!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Stay Hydrated<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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It\u2019s easy to get completely immersed in your work, and neglect to hydrate yourself when working from home. When you\u2019re dehydrated, your focus begins to slip, your attention to detail begins to dwindle \u2013 you just feel tired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having a large cup with a straw handy is usually a good idea so you can have easy access to your water. The straw also allows you to drink more water (since it creates a vacuum, you\u2019re less likely to be ingesting air along with your water) and it\u2019s also more convenient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Stretch!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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At YouTrip, we often take stretch breaks, usually at 4pm. Sitting all day is bad for your back and blood circulation, and it\u2019s important to remember to stretch at intervals throughout the day \u2013 doubly so when working from home! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not having your colleagues there to remind you might leave you sitting at your desk for hours before you get up. We recommend setting an alarm or reminder on your phone. Furthermore, since you\u2019re home, why not take that time to stretch and get a quick workout in, like doing some lunges or squats?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Eat Right<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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When no one is around to judge<\/del> motivate you, it becomes a little bit easier to not eat as healthy as you normally would. Ensure you make your weekly grocery run so you\u2019re stocked with more than just instant noodles everyday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instant noodles on the daily is probably one of the biggest diet mistakes you could make. The excessive amounts of sodium, MSG, and preservatives don\u2019t exactly provide your body with the best fuel for your everyday activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eating right helps to fuel your focus and motivation throughout the day \u2013 the general recommendation is to eat foods that take longer to metabolise, and stave off that post meal coma we so often get. Ensure you reach your recommended daily intake of vitamins, minerals, and fibre to keep you in tip top condition (even while you\u2019re in your pyjamas!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bonus: Short Getaway<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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No doubt working from home all week or for weeks can be quite a bore. If you’re looking for a short getaway, don’t forget that great food in Johor Bahru (JB)<\/span><\/a> is just a bridge away. \ud83d\ude0f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What’s more, now that you’re working from home, you can learn how to avoid the weekend crowd<\/span><\/a> by going into JB on a Friday evening instead! And when you do, don\u2019t forget to bring your YouTrip card<\/span><\/a> to enjoy favourable Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) rates with YouTrip\u2019s Wholesale Exchange Rates<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Read: Does Travel Insurance Cover Novel Coronavirus COVID-19?<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read: 2020 Travel Trends: 9 Top Trends to Look Out For<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read: 6 Best Rail Travel Holidays: Popular Train Journeys<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read: 6 Creepy Urban Legends For Travellers<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read: Do Airlines Refund Flight Cancellations for Coronavirus COVID-19?<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy a travel experience with no fees worldwide!\ufeff<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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