Have you ever considered transitioning to a job where you can work from home? Are you sick of dealing with traffic and having to take time off work to go to doctor’s appointments or participate in school activities for your children? Having a better work-life balance and remote work options are more and more popular in today’s job market.
If you’ve been considering a remote position you have probably also wondered if remote work would be a good fit for you. Or, maybe you just accepted your first remote job and want to know how to you can be successful working remotely.
Here are some tips to help you determine if working remotely is a good option for you and what it will require to be successful:
Time Management:
- Is crucial for remote workers.
- Being organized and managing your day is important.
- Setting goals and prioritizing is necessary in order to stay on track and manage your time effectively.
- Keeping an updated calendar and blocking time for each task can help make sure you meet your goals and complete your to-do list timely and efficiently.
Self-Motivation/Self Discipline:
- Self-motivation and self-discipline play a role in your success with remote work.
- Remote work allows for a greater amount of autonomy.
- One not only must be able to complete tasks without constant supervision but also be proactive with starting new projects or tasks.
- Being able to identify a need and take action without requiring continual direction or instructions are the people who will flourish in a remote environment.
- Having that go-getter attitude and ability to take action independently is a great asset in an employee and something remote companies look for.
Setting Boundaries:
- Boundaries also help you keep on task and stay focused.
- It also helps separate work and personal life from blending together.
- Make sure you have a dedicated workspace so you can separate yourself from any distractions and keep you focused.
- Using a spare room for your home office is ideal, but if that is not an option, clean and tidy up your workspace at the end of the day. Consider turning off your computer to prevent you from returning to any unanswered emails or tasks that may be tempting to address because of the close proximity of your work.
- Make sure you have a clear separation from work and personal life to prevent burn out and truly escape from your work.
Employers are looking to fill remote positions with candidates who can stay on task, provide high-quality work, and take action without needing constant direction.
Employees who are productive, stay focused and work well independently will thrive in a remote environment.
Do you think you would fit well into this work style? Are you interested in exploring opportunities that offer remote work? Check out our careers page, for remote positions that may be a perfect fit!