How to Shake the Monotony when you Work From Home

The flexibility and convenience that comes with working from home is undeniable. However, the lack of a traditional office environment can sometimes lead to a sense of monotony and decreased productivity. If you're feeling stuck in a working-from-home rut, this article will provide a few useful strategies you can implement to revitalise your schedule, as someone who has been a freelancer for over a decade, based at home, I feel I have some insights into what does and doesn't work.  Create a balanced routine A semi-structured routine is essential for maintaining focus and productivity. While the flexibility of working from home is great, it's important to establish consistent start and end times. This helps to create a clear boundary and healthy balance between work and personal life. Set specific working hours : Decide on the times that work best for you and stick to them as much as possible. Take regular breaks : Schedule short breaks throughout the day to rest your eyes a......

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How to have a positive Co-working experience as a digital nomad

*This post contains affiliate links. With a growing industry of digital nomads, self-employed freelancers and those switching from an office environment to working from home permanently, many are enjoying the new flexibility of being able to choose where and when they work and in what kind of environment. As a creative freelancer myself, who can work from anywhere that has a fast internet connection, I wanted to share some insight to my experiences of trying out different working environments. I've worked from coffee shops, libraries, hotels and backpackers while travelling and co-working hubs in my local city, I also have a home office. For those who travel and work Nomadic Matt offers up some great digital nomad tips. I found each has its pros and drawbacks, which I will share in this post. Which working environment is best for a digital nomad? 1. The Coffeeshop  Nearly all coffee shops have free fast wifi and while this is good for checking email or just touching base with clie......

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Well paid jobs perfect for Introverts

*This post contains affiliate links  Not everyone likes being around people 24/7, or perhaps you don't stay the same place for long and prefer to travel, with many roles heading back to the office after having moved to work from home during the last few years, many. rather not have to compromise your introverted or nomadic ways for the sake of a job. In fact, there are plenty of career paths that lean well towards those that thrive in their own space or feel drained when working around others for hours on end.  This post will take you through some of the best antisocial jobs that actually pay well. Freelance writer With more freelance copywriting roles, blogger positions and written content creator jobs available that allow you to work from home, this is a great option. If you're leaning more towards being an author, then a writer’s inspiration can come from silence. If you have a knack for writing and go the self-publishing route , your income is potentially uncapped. Virtual......

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How to get the right work life balance as a remote worker

* This is a collaborative post I've been working from home as a self-employed freelance for a decade now and as many people who had the opportunity to work from home as a remote worker or swap to the freelancer life during lockdown had a taste of what it's like and its positive to see many have made this a more permanent switch. However, working from home isn't always plain sailing and while naturally it can feel chaotic to start with if you don't find a workable way forward it will start to affect your productivity, stress levels, creativity and even relationships.  Of course, there are major benefits to working from home like saving money on petrol as you no longer commute as well as saving you time, time which can be better spent elsewhere. Many workers also note they have great job satisfaction as well as offering a more flexible approach to those juggling roles outside of work such as parenting as remote workers can often be more present for their kids as well as t......

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5 ways to earn remotely, from home or while travelling

*This post contains some affiliate links  If you're looking to switch to working from home or you are planning to head off backpacking or travelling for a few months and want to have some income while doing so, or perhaps you just want to scale back and work part-time or become self-employed, here are a few ideas of way's to do that. Of course with anything like this it can take time to grow, some "side hustles" are just that, a side hustle to help you top up your earnings or earn a little bit more each month, so of course, can turn into full-time incomes but don't go chucking in your job unless you are financially stable enough to do so.  1. Freelance writing Part of my income is made from freelance writing and feel this is something anyone with a touch of creativity and sound knowledge of grammar can do. When you're starting out, like anything, you may earn a little less but as you gain more experience as well as more clients you can charge more. There are a......

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8 Practical Tips to Stay Productive Even in Lockdown

*This post contains affiliate links  The past year has been a pretty crazy ride and our new normal, well just isn't normal, yet. The Coronavirus pandemic has forced us into isolation and seclusion in our homes. It is quite jarring that we can’t go out for social functions, work or meet with friends and family without having to social distance or not at all when under lockdown. The quarantine period has forced many of us into boredom and loneliness. On the brighter side, the quarantine has provided enough time to bond with family, study, or work from home. Confinement without a routine is quite daunting and has affected how most people operate. Life in the pandemic has been a call for adaptation, we have had to learn how to make changes in our life while observing the health regulations but also keeping our mental wellbeing in mind.  Many of us have switched to working or studying from home which on the flip side does provide the opportunity for one to hone personal skills......

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How to thrive while working from home

Now more than ever people are working from home, in fact we are being encouraged to do so. I've been a self-employed freelancer for a few years now and have been working from my small but adequate office space in my home for over 6yrs now so I feel well versed in the work from home lifestyle. There are certainly pros and cons to working from home but it offers a lot of freedom once you get into a good routine and I find it works really well for me. So I thought I would share a few tips I've learnt along the way and if your making the switch to working from home hopefully these will be useful. 1. Create a daily to-do list Having a structure to your workday is really important and having a clear idea of your daily objectives will really help you to stay focused and productive. Without having anyone physically there to supervise or oversee your work, motivation has to come from you so knowing your deadlines and prioritising the most important tasks is key. You can also break your ......

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Tips on starting your own business

While the recession was not a pretty sight at all and many people were put under a lot of stress, some losing their livelihood, income and way of life in other respects society has certainly seen a rise in people starting their own businesses, being creative and pursuing their entrepreneurial pursuits. I'm self-employed and I work from home and predominately online and while I don't need an office per se it's nice to have a separate space in the home, where I can really focus on my work.  If you have an idea, the will and are willing to take a calculated risk now really is the time to capitalise on a new and original idea and with so many platforms such as etsy and Instagram to take your business to new heights it's really opened the door to small businesses.  If you have a physical product or service starting small is best and selling online can be a great start but at some point you many want to expand on that and open a real-life store which of cour......

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Work from home? Here are some ideas on making it happen

Not long after I had my first child I made the conscious decision to try and stay at home as long as possible but like most tI needed to have some kind of stable income. I was already blogging at this point as well as doing some freelance writing and photo editing but I needed to approach it with a more business like manner to make it work. With the opportunities that are available on the Internet today, it’s only logical to consider using it as an opportunity to make some money online and possibly a new career. It’s no longer just for business owners and sellers, anyone can utilise it for their own advantage. You never know your business may take off and you need to employ people to work for you, if this is the case you will need to use the best HR software .  Here are 5 ways people are doing just that.    Freelance Writing If you’re an excellent writer, a good living can be made from online writing. There are literally hundreds of websites paying writer......

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