Working From Home? Here’s 7 Tips From A Full-Time Entrepreneur On How To Work Productively With Your Natural Flow
By: Amira Sookram
Tags: Working From Home, Goal Setting, Tips, Entrepreneur, Working From Home Tips

Are you working from home?

Do you like working on a routine?

Or do you prefer to be flowing with your natural rhythm?

No matter what kind of schedule you follow (or not), here’s 7 tips to go with your natural flow when working from home!

Tip #1: Make A To Do List

First, determine how you want to feel for the day. Do you want to feel relaxed? Ambitious? Focused? Lit Up? Free? Write that down at the top of your to do list.

Next, make a list of the top 3 things that you have to do that day. Prioritize your three Most Important Tasks for the day. Anything else you add to your list is a bonus!

Tip #2: Know Your Flow Hours

Find out which hours of the day you feel most productive, energized, and focused for work.

Make sure that you have little to no interruptions during those hours of the day. Schedule your other activities around this time. For example, if you’re most productive between 6–7 pm at night, eat dinner before or after your productive hours! Make sure that you don’t let non-productive tasks get in the way of your flow.

Set boundaries with your loved ones to make sure that you have the space you need to complete your work tasks. If you don’t feel focused at home, keep reading!

Tip #3: Structure Your Environment

If you don’t feel productive at home, structure your new work environment in a way that works for you or that reminds you of your office.

Think outside the box! You don’t have to work at a desk or work in the same spot everyday. Here are a few suggestions that will help you create a focused work area:

Create enough space to lay out all of your work materials.

Have a comfortable place to sit. Invest in a new office chair if you need to.

Use background noise like sounds from a coffee shop, or music like classical or binaural beats. Alternatively, you can use white noise soundtracks if you prefer quiet or grab a pair of noise cancelling headphones.

Add plants (real or fake) to your new workspace. Plants are known to boost creativity and help you focus.

Tip #4: Eat A Nourishing First Meal

Whether you’re experiencing a huge increase in cravings or a lack of appetite due to less activity and movement, this tip will help you.

Use your commute time to eat a nourishing first meal. Make sure that you have 1 tsp-tbsp of healthy fat (e.g. fish oil, hemp oil, MCT oil, almond butter, etc.) Ensure that your meal has protein, fibre, and carbs to give your body what it needs for the day.

Remember, coffee isn’t a meal (even when iced) and if you’re drinking more coffee, keep reading for ways to get back to your normal intake.

Tip #5: Create A Daily Rhythm With Me Time

Me Time can be defined as, “time spent relaxing on one’s own as opposed to working or doing things for others, seen as an opportunity to reduce stress or restore energy” (Oxford Dictionary).

Create a list of things that you would love to do every day AND that benefit you (i.e. helps you feel great). For example, my list includes: movement, meditation, smoothies, music, CBD, tea, and more.

When it comes to Me Time: Quality > Quantity.

Even if you only have 5 minutes of your day to spend on YOU, that 5 minutes is better than none. It doesn’t have to be spent alone, it just means doing what you love to do for at least 5 minutes daily.

Me time is great for…

Helping you unwind & rebooting the brain

Improving your concentration & productivity

Allowing deeper thinking & problem solving

Enhancing your relationships (Happify Daily)

Use your old commute time to do 1+ thing on your list. Take the Me Time Challenge today to create the habit of having time for yourself in your daily routine.

Tip #6: Way To Beat The Afternoon Slump

Instead of reaching for that extra cup of coffee to keep you focused, try one of these suggestions instead:

Eat fruits and/or vegetables

Have a crunchy snack

Do sun salutations (yoga for focus)

Have a cup of herbal or rooibos tea

If you really need caffeine, try drinking matcha, decaf tea, green tea, or kombucha

My rule of thumb is not to have any caffeine after 3 pm. Reducing your caffeine intake may also alleviate anxiety, help you fall asleep at night, and sleep more soundly.

Tip #7: Find What Works For You

Simply put: if something doesn’t help your productivity, don’t do it.

Did you have a really productive day? Take note of what you did to start creating awareness around what works for you and what doesn’t.

If you’re ready to get unstuck and start taking action on your goals, then Goal Setting 101 is for you!

In the Goal Setting 101 E-Book, I teach you exactly how to move from where you are to where you want to be by setting goals that work perfectly for you and your lifestyle. From learning how to set boundaries with loved ones to building your most ideal life, Goal Setting 101 is here to guide you.

About The Author:

Amira Sookram is a graduate in Health Psychology. Straight out of school, she started Yogiescape, a company dedicated to helping build small businesses presence on Social Media through education and community building. In her spare time, Amira loves to help friends and family work on their mental & physical health by building goals that are proven to get results. She wrote Goal Setting 101: Taking Imperfect Action Toward Your Dream Self as a guide that lays out a proven, time-tested method of setting and achieving goals.