Creating a Home Office & Children’s e-Learning Station

As many people have abruptly begun working from home, it has raised the question if offices are necessary in some industries. Additionally, school has recently started, but for many it is now virtual. While working from has its pros and cons, it is important to stay focused and productive in a dedicated workspace, even if you don’t have an entire room, and if homeschooling, create a station for your children too. The right environment is key to your success in maintaining a work-life balance. Below are some helpful hints on building your dedicated workspace anywhere:

• Creating a designated workspace that will motivate you to begin your day is vital to your success. It is important that it be both comfortable and free of distractions.

1. It is important you have a comfortable chair that will adjust to your seating requirements. After all, this is where you will be sitting for more than 8 hours a day and is worth the investment.
2. Having a desk or table reserved for work can help you avoid distractions and stay focused. We have all types from tradition to stand-up and from small to large to perhaps accommodate two.
3. Consider your surroundings. You need to tell your brain this is a place where work begins and creating the ideal environment as a backdrop for communication says a lot about you.

• If space is limited, your dedicated workspace can be a smaller desk in your living room or guest room. You could also use a murphy bed or daybed so that you have more space in your office, but a place for guests when they are in town.
• Bookshelves set the perfect ambiance in your office, and can also be great for storage. Decorative boxes and baskets can conceal household objects in addition to adding beauty to the space.
• The best part about working from home is the comfort and convenience, so make sure you add those cozy touches like a blanket, personal fan, pillow, and family pictures.
• If your children are enrolled in school virtually, make sure they have a dedicated space with their own desk either in their bedroom, or in the office with you. Ensuring it feels like school during school hours is just as critical for them as it is for you.