Remote work productivity is becoming crucial as the modern workforce gets more virtual. The number of remote workers has doubled in the last decade, and most companies now have some form of a geographically unbound workforce. This means that you are never really “off the clock.”

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10 Ways To Enhance Your Remote
Work Productivity
Remote work productivity is becoming crucial as the modern workforce gets
more virtual.
The number of remote workers has doubled in the last decade, and most
companies now have some form of a geographically unbound workforce.
This means that you are never really “off the clock.”
If you’re going to beworking remotely, you must find ways to stay productive
during your 9-5 hours so you can maximize your time at work and spend
less time checking Facebook or watching Netflix.

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In this article, our team selected for you the top 10 ways to stay productive
while working remotely.
Table of Contents
 Get Up Early To Enhance Your Remote Work Productivity
o Tips on how to get up early:
 Plan Your Workday Ahead Of Time To Stay Productive
o Tips on how to plan your workday ahead of time:
 Have A Dedicated Home Office Space
o Tips on how to set up a dedicated home office:
 Set Up A Routine That Works Best For You
o Tips on how to set up your remote work routine:
 Work During Your Most Productive Hours
o Tips on how to find your most productive work hours:
 Take Breaks Regularly To Enhance Your Remote Work Productivity
o Tips on how to take breaks regularly:
 Don’t Let Distractions Stop You From Getting Things Done
o Tips on how to not let distractions stop you from getting the work
done:
 Tips On How To Not Feel Overwhelmed By Remote Work
o Tips on how to not feel overwhelmed by remote work:
o How To Stay Motivated While Working Remotely
o Tips on how to stay motivated while working remotely:
 Other Tips On Remote Work Productivity
 Conclusion

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Get Up Early To Enhance Your Remote Work Productivity
Eager to get a head start on your day? Try getting up at least an hour earlier
than you usually do. This will allow you to tackle essential tasks like email
before the rest of the world wakes up.
This may seem like it would make it harder to sleep, but research has shown
that people who wake up early are more productive, happier, and healthier
than those who sleep in longer hours.
Tips on how to get up early:
 Set your alarm to a time you know will work best for you (i.e., between
six and eight AM).

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 Get in the habit of using a Wake-Up Light. This innovative alarm clock
allows you to personalize your sleep and wake-up experience through
sunset and sunrise simulation.
 Before going to bed, put away any electronic devices so they don’t
disturb your sleep.
 If possible, go to bed earlier than you usually do.
 Do some light stretches before getting out of bed.
Plan Your Workday Ahead Of Time To Stay
Productive
There are several ways of staying productive while working from home, but
the most important thing is that your day has a structure and a plan.
One way you can do this is by planning out your schedule ahead of time and
setting up tasks for each hour in advance, so they’re ready when it’s time to
work on them.

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Your day-to-day activities need to be productive and manageable with the
tools available in your environment to have a successful remote work
experience.
One of the best ways to stay productive while working remotely is by using
some form of scheduling software or tool on your computer like Google
Calendar, Toggl to track your time spent on projects.
Manually entering times in a spreadsheet or text document is tedious and
ineffective and provides you with no data that you may use for future
analysis.
Tips on how to plan your workday ahead of time:
 Create tasks for all the hours of your day.
 Set a due date and time by when you want to have all your daily tasks
completed.
 Use some form of scheduling software like Google Calendar or Toggl.
Have A Dedicated Home Office Space

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Remote workers need to have an office space designated explicitly for home-
based work, if possible. This approach will ensure you can focus on your
tasks without distractions and avoid feeling like you’re just working at home.
Tips on how to set up a dedicated home office:
 Clear off space on a desk or table in your home for work.
 Get rid of everything that isn’t related to work and organize the
remaining things neatly.
 Make it as close to an office environment as possible by adding items
such as decorations, extra lighting, comfortable seating, and more.
Set Up A Routine That Works Best For You
If you have a straightforward routine, it will be much easier to stay
productive while working remotely. To find the best practice for you, ask
yourself what kind of schedule would work with your current lifestyle.

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It’s important to give yourself a set amount of time to complete tasks and
have breaks and take those breaks.
For example, if you are typically more focused and productive during
morning hours, you should work during those hours.
Doing this will allow for a more productive day and less time wasted on
distractions that may happen when working outside your most concentrated
times.
Tips on how to set up your remote work routine:
 Decide when is the best time of day for you to start working (e.g.,
Mondays between 12 pm and 12:30 pm).
 Set an alarm that will remind you to start working.
 Set the alarm for a couple of hours before the end of your workday so
that it will be easier to transition from work mode into relaxation mode.
 Choose when times between those two alarms are best for breaks
(e.g., 11 am and 12 pm).
 Pick short activities during those breaks (e.g., a quick walk or run) that
will keep you refreshed and energized for the following work session.
 Some people like to have three tasks in mind before they start working,
while others prefer task-based lists with no more than five items on
them at any given time. Your end goal is to have something to organize
your thoughts and tasks.
 It’s also a good idea to plan the beginning of each day, whether you’re
going through emails or tackling larger projects first (e.g., setting up
meetings).
 In short, always stay on top of your work so you can be as productive
and focused as possible while working remotely.
Work During Your Most Productive Hours

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There’s no perfect time of day for everyone to work at their best. But there
is a time when our body clock wants us to take a break – usually around
noon! It can be not easy to stay productive and concentrated, but it’s
essential to get up and move around.
For example: If you are most productive at night, then your workday should
start after lunchtime and end before lunchtime the following day.
If you’re uncertain about your most productive hours, start from the 11 am
to 12 pm timeframe and adjust accordingly.
Tips on how to find your most productive work hours:
 Track every day your work hours and productivity.
 Notice when you’re most productive during the day or week.
 Experimentwith different times of day to see what works best for you.
For example, if mornings are a better time than evenings, try that
instead.

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Take Breaks Regularly To Enhance Your Remote
Work Productivity
The best way to combat procrastination and fatigue is with regular breaks.
It’s important not to let yourself be distracted by the other things you could
do during your break time – you should use your break time only for
relaxation.
A short walk, stretching exercises, or some deep breaths in the fresh air can
make all the difference. A quick break can also help you refocus on your
work and get back into the zone.
Use a self-timer to take breaks on your phone. With this approach, you will
know how long it has been since you have checked the time and can make
sure that you get back in touch with reality.
Tips on how to take breaks regularly:

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 Take a break every 90 minutes.
 Set your timer for 20 minutes and put it to go off at that time. When
the alarm goes off, take a small break.
 During this mini “break” session, get up from your desk or office chair
and stretch – do some deep breaths outdoors if you can.
Don’t Let Distractions Stop You From Getting Things
Done
It’s always importantto be carefulwhen it comes to distractions. The internet
is not your friend, and neither are the many games and apps you can play
on your phone or laptop.
Limit yourself by blocking distracting sites like YouTube and Facebook with
an app called Freedom – this app will block all these social media platforms
for an allotted amount of time. You may install this app on your phone and
laptop because that will be where you most likely need it.

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A good way of blocking social media sites could be by creating “Do Not
Distract” periods during your workday in which you choose to focus
uninterrupted on one task.
So, for example, if you need to get some serious writing done and don’t want
any distractions, set Freedom up to block these sites from 11 am – 12 pm.
This way, next time you check your laptop in this hour-long window of “Do
Not Distract” periods, there won’t be any emails, Facebook messages, or
work notifications to distract you.
Tips on how to not let distractions stop you from getting the work
done:
 Set “Do Not Distract” periods on your laptop.
 Turn off notifications for emails, Facebook messages, and work
information.
 Use a tool like Freedom to block these sites from distracting you.
Tips On How To Not Feel Overwhelmed By Remote
Work

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It’s easy to feel overwhelmed with the amount of flexibility that remote work
offers. If you’re feeling this way, try taking some time for yourself. Put down
your laptop and do something else like read a book or go for a walk in nature.
This approach will help get your mind off work.
Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you feel overwhelmed by tasks. Remote
work can make it challenging to get the assistance you need when you’re
stuck on something – even if that means emailing your boss and asking them
in person what they think of this issue.
Tips on how to not feel overwhelmed by remote work:
 Regularly take a break from work to do something else during your
day.
 Permit yourself to take some time off for yourself.
 Reward yourself with something you enjoy doing (e.g., watching your
favorite TV show) if you finish your task before the deadline.

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 Don’t be afraid to ask for help or assistance when you feel stuck on a
task or overwhelmed by the quantity of work.
How To Stay Motivated While Working Remotely
To stay motivated, set some long-term goals for yourself and make a plan
on how to reach them. Use tools like Trello or Basecamp so you can see your
progress throughout the day (or week). Remote work offers unparalleled
Freedom, but this can be overwhelming if you don’t have any long-term
goals set in place.
Tips on how to stay motivated while working remotely:
 Set some long-term goals for yourself and make a plan on how to reach
them.

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 Use tools like Trello or Basecamp so you can see your progress
throughout the day (or week).
 Remote work offers unparalleled Freedom, but this can be
overwhelming if you don’t have any plans in place.
Other Tips On Remote Work Productivity
 Stay organized. This will help you avoid feeling overwhelmed, and it
can also give your work a polished look when others are looking at it
(even if they only see the final product).
 Get dressed up. Having professional attire around for online business
meetings or other professional events is vital to uphold an image of
professionalism, even while working remotely.
 Spend qualitytime with friendsand family. This will keep you grounded
in reality and help your mental state.
 Make time for yourself. This might mean reading a book, going on a
walk to reflect, or taking care of personal tasks like washing clothes
and cooking meals.

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 Take care of your health by eating well, getting enough rest, and using
breaks as needed (even if that means going outside for a walk, taking
a nap, or meditating).
 Get involved in the community. It’s easy to feel disconnected when
you’re working remotely sometimes, but joining social media groups
related to your work niche can help you stay.
Conclusion
After reading the ten tips on remote work productivity, you should be able
to find a routine that works for your lifestyle. We hope this article will help
make remote work more manageable and enjoyable!
There are many different ways people have found success in remote
environments. We want to hear from you too – what has helped you
succeed?
Please share any other productivity tips below or contact us anytime if you
need support setting up a plan customized just for you or your virtual team!