Work-at-Home Lifestyle: Master It Like a True Boss Lady. #FemaleEntrepreneurs #Bosslady
Working from home can be the right choice for
a confident and independent woman. You're already the boss of your own home,
why not take full advantage of it? Understandably, that can be quite a drastic
change for some.
The truth is: with a bit of effort and
discipline, everyone can master it. You already have what it takes to be a true
boss lady.
And, if you're missing something, you'll learn
it along the way. Here's what it takes to work from home like a pro.
Wake Up Ready
Working from home doesn't mean you get to
sleep in when you feel like it. Freedom comes with responsibility. The night
before, write your to-do list for the next day.
Set a fixed working schedule.
You don't want to wake up thinking about what
you've planned for that day. Make sure you already know your plans. Putting
plans on paper beforehand helps.
That way, when you wake up, you're ready to
kick start the day. As Mark Twain put it, "The secret of getting ahead is
getting started." The simple act of jotting your plans down can increase
your productivity tenfold.
And, now that your office is in your house,
you can reclaim your commuting time. One of the best parts of the work-at-home
lifestyle is that you don't have to commute to the other part of town.
Commuting sucks, for sure. But the question
is, what do you now that you have some extra time in the morning? Do you stay
in bed for a bit longer? No way!
Think about the ways you can use that time
productively. Let's say your commuting time used to be one hour. Use the first
half of that time to read, answer, and write emails, and the second half to
specify objectives for the next day and set long-term strategic goals.
Design Your Space
If your company office clutter was suffocating
you, you don't have to put up with it anymore. You'll be spending most of your
time in your home office, make sure it's a comfortable environment to work in.
Use the ancient Chinese principles of Feng Shui
to get rid of clutter and distractions. It's a proven way of establishing
balance. But remember: minimalism is not a set of rules, it's a state of mind.
Being a minimalist means having more of what
you need. Carve out a dedicated corner in your house that you'll only use for
work. Ideally, it will have a door and natural light. The door allows you to
separate your work life from your home life.
Find a piece of elegant art for your space to
improve the energy in the room and keep you motivated. Something to keep in
mind: having an exclusive and separate work area in your house makes you
eligible for a tax deduction for a home office.
Some people even recommend dressing up like
you're working in a brick-and-mortar company surrounded by dozens of coworkers.
That's perhaps a bit too far.
Dress comfortably, but in a way that will make
you come across as reliable and professional when you're having a video
conference. Consider having a dedicated area for video calls. Hanging a
backdrop should also work well.
Become an Affiliate
If you have a home-based job, chances are
you're running a blog, vlog, e-commerce platform, or some other kind of
website. Make your site works for you. Affiliate marketing allows you to earn
some extra cash.
The basic principle behind this concept is promoting
the products and services of the companies you've partnered up with in exchange
for a commission. There are many ways you could go about it: from promoting
e-books, over video series, to partnering up with Amazon.
Let's say you're a seasoned poker player that
knows the game inside and out. On your way to becoming a hold'em' queen like
Vanessa Rousso, you can join an online casino affiliate program and promote online casino brands by putting up banners and other types of advertisement on your website.
Network
Perhaps you've decided to go down this road
because you're an introvert. Working from home does indeed allow you to savor
solitude, but you'll still have to maintain contacts, even if it means stepping
out of your comfort zone a bit.
Don't allow your job to isolate you. In order
to promote your business, you'll have to make yourself visible to others.
Network maintenance should always be on your to-do list. LinkedIn is an
excellent place to start.
Networking online can be just as effective as
in-person, but it's also much more convenient. There are plenty of online
groups, legitimate discussion rooms, and dedicated forums that allow you to
solve issues, get ideas, and even socialize.
Conclusion
When the work is done, rest like a queen! You
deserve it. Set boundaries between work and leisure time. Make sure to relax,
get enough sleep, and do what you love. Reward yourself for a job well done.
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Jessie Connor is a
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