How to Master Productivity While Working from Home
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- May 22
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As a small business owner, I've learned the hard way that working from home is a double-edged sword. One minute you're sipping coffee in your pajamas, feeling like a boss, the next you're still sipping major caffeinated drinks... at 3 p.m., with barely anything crossed off your to-do list. Sound familiar?
If working from home has you feeling less productive, you're not alone. That's exactly why I wrote the "Work From Home Productivity" eBook, and I included a BONUS checklist for FREE—and let me tell you, it’s packed with practical, instantly usable tips that every remote worker should know.
Why Working From Home Isn't Always Easy
Working from home sounds like freedom. No commute. No dress code. No awkward breakroom conversations. But freedom without structure is where things fall apart.
The eBook opens by laying it out plain and simple: you have two choices—let distractions rule your day, or design a life that gives you both freedom and focus. Spoiler: the second option is much more rewarding. The CDC also has good resources for those people who work from home.
Game-Changing Productivity Hacks
Here’s a quick look at some of the standout strategies:
✅ Eat the Frog First
Do your most difficult, dreaded task first thing in the morning. You’ll free up mental space and start the day strong.
✅ The 1-Minute Rule
If it takes less than a minute, do it now. Small tasks add up, and clearing them quickly gives you momentum.
✅ Mastering To-Do Lists
Dump your mental clutter into a prioritized list and block time to handle the smaller tasks together.
These tips alone helped me reduce stress and increase output in the first week of trying them. I offer a "Time Management Skills for Work and Home" that is useful too. Check it out - it's a FREE online course you can do at your own pace.
Motivation When You're Your Own Boss
Without a manager breathing down your neck, it’s easy to drift. But this book gave me some fun and effective ways to stay driven:
🎯 Set Rewards – Finish a chunk of work? Earn a coffee break.
⏳ Leave Tasks Unfinished – Start tomorrow’s task today, so you’re already in motion when you return.
🧠 Prep Mentally – Think through your projects while folding laundry or taking a walk. Your brain will thank you.
👀 Create Accountability – Even if it’s just sharing goals with a friend or using a tracking app, make your progress visible.
Health = Productivity
We talk so much about productivity but rarely about the fuel behind it: your health.
This book reminded me that being productive isn’t just about time—it’s about energy. And that comes from sleep, movement, self-care, and setting clear work/life boundaries. Harvard Business has a great article about the importance of sleep.
Bonus: it also covers how to avoid loneliness and burnout, two things many freelancers don’t see coming.
Creating a Workspace That Works
Your space matters. A lot. I revamped my home office before writing Chapter 6—and the difference was night and day.
🌿 Add plants
📸 Put up photos of people you love
📦 Declutter and stay organized
It’s about making your space feel like a place of focus, not just “the corner where you keep your laptop.”
The Future of Work is Remote
One of the most inspiring sections? The list of top online jobs. Whether you’re freelancing, launching a side hustle, or just exploring options, the opportunities are endless—from copywriting to coding to digital marketing.
Final Thoughts: Make Working From Home "Work For You"
This eBook isn’t just a bunch of tips—it’s a complete productivity and mindset blueprint for remote life. Whether you’re new to working from home or just want to level up, “Work From Home Productivity” is worth every page.
Because working from home should give you more time, not less.
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