5 Habits for Crafting the Perfect Remote Work Day

5 Habits for Crafting the Perfect Remote Work Day

The reality of working from home is rarely as rosy as it seems

1. Getting an Early Start

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What we think it’s going to be

What it actually is

A new approach

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2. Deciding where to work

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What we think it’s going to be like

What it actually is

A new approach

3. Prioritizing Tasks

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What we think it’s going to be like

What it’s actually like

A new approach

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For more ideas on productivity techniques to try out, browse our Ultimate Guide to Personal Productivity Methods.

4. Scheduling Uninterrupted Deep Work

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What we think it’s going to be like

What it’s actually like

A new approach

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Looking for more tips on how to hone your focus? Start with our Complete Guide to Deep Work based on Cal Newport's book.

5. Maintaining Work-Life Balance

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What we think it’s going to be like

What it’s actually like

A new approach

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Read about how one remote worker finally achieved work-life balance by going back to the traditional 40-hour work week.

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