As someone who has worked from home for many years, I know the rewards and the pitfalls that entails. It is wonderful to be able to skip the commute, head for the office in the morning and start to work right away. I am a morning person, so the earlier I get to the computer, the better. I also know that it is much easier to get sidetracked while working at home. Partners, kids, neighbors, pets, even the tv can take your mind off of what you should be doing.
Below are some strategies that might help you stay focused on the job at hand and still enjoy the benefits of working at home.
1) Keep regular office hours.
2) Close your office door if you have a problem with kids, partners, even pets interrupting you during office hours. Instruct family members to leave you alone if that door is closed.
3) Take breaks and lunch, just as you would if you worked in a regular workplace office.
4) If possible, the office should be in a room of its own, rather than the corner of the dining room or wherever. This will keep your "work" space separate from your "living" space.
Of course, working at home allows you to make your own choices about how you work. If you don't mind the cat coming in to keep you company once in awhile, great! But, if it becomes a problem, you can always close the door.
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