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- Your workspace should be a low traffic area. It should be away from household activities so noise is kept to a minimum. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Consider what you need to work with. Need to spread out? Need room for files, computer monitor, cords and other materials? Take a look at areas that have room for these items so you can keep them within reach as you work. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- If you know you\u2019ll need complete privacy to concentrate, keep that in mind as you pick your workspace. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Consider setting up near a window. The outside view can have a calming effect as well as inspire creativity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Set Ups To Consider<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Home Office<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
If you have a home office, your move should be easier. The\nchallenge will come from limiting distractions and including equipment you need\nat home.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/a>The Amish Churchill Mission Open Writing Desk with File Drawer<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n The Dining Room or Kitchen Table<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The kitchen table might prove more challenging since the\nkitchen is a high traffic area. It might be helpful to let family members know\nwhen you will be working in the kitchen and request quiet time during those\nhours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another challenge at the kitchen table is the need to clear everything up and move it when the table needs to be used for dining. For this situation, designate another area to keep your work items and supplies so you can store them there when the kitchen table is used for cooking or dining. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The dining room table might be a lower traffic area. Both\ntables can give you room to set up and spread out your materials. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Guest Bedroom<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
A guest bedroom comes in handy if you need to set up a work\nfrom home space. It\u2019s quiet and out of the flow of traffic. The challenge would\nbe moving a table in that will work as your work surface. Consider using a\nsmall desk for a work from home space in the guest bedroom.<\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"Amish](\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/pid_43407-Amish-Mission-Secretary-Desk-55.jpg\")
<\/a>The Amish Mission Secretary Desk<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n The Living Room<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
A lift top coffee table<\/a> can easily become your new work from home space in the living room. It raises to a comfortable level for you to set up your laptop and monitor. Be sure to either bring in a supportive chair or use extra cushions behind your back if you\u2019re sitting on the couch.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/a>The Spark Mission Lift Top Coffee Table<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n \n![\"Amish](\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Amish-Boulder-Creek-Mission-Enclosed-Lift-Top-Coffee-Table-with-Doors_400_0.jpg\")
<\/a>The Amish Wood Grove Mission Enclosed Lift Top Coffee Table with Doors<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n Get Comfortable<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Just as you would at your office, comfort is essential for\nsucceeding in your work from home space. Whether desk or dining table, your\nwork surface should provide enough space to spread out your materials\ncomfortably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A supportive chair is essential. A desk or dining chair with\nthe right height and good back support will help.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/a>The Amish Upholstered Executive Swivel Office Chair<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n \n![\"Riverside](\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Riverside-Amish-Upholstered-Dining-Chair_400_0.jpg\")
<\/a>The Amish Riverside Upholstered Dining Chair<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n Be sure the temperature is set to one that\u2019s comfortable for\nyou.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Adjust the lighting if you need to. Lighting overhead, from\nyour computer and behind you should be in balance. Adjust your computer monitor\nso it\u2019s a comfortable distance and you can see it easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Things to Avoid So You\u2019ll Stay On Task<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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- Set up your workspace away from the TV and be sure to keep it off during work hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Don\u2019t think about the laundry, dishes in the sink or the dog that is staring at you, hoping for multiple walks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Though it is tempting to multitask, your work time at home should follow the same routine as in the office (or as close to it as you can). This would not include household tasks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Avoid adding too much clutter to your workspace. While you want to set up a user friendly, homey and comfy workspace, don’t add too many knick knacks and items that are going to get in the way and create clutter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
How to Manage Family When You\u2019re Working from Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Share Your Schedule with Them<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Set up a schedule and share it with your family\nso they know what hours you are working and when your breaks are. This will\nhelp limit interruptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Be Sure They Know the Signs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Come up with a few signs that send signals to\nfamily when you are on a call or working on something that you cannot be\ndisturbed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Personalize a Bit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Since you are working from home, it should be a little easier to personalize your workspace. Consider setting up your workspace near a piece of artwork that inspires you or add some plants near you to brighten things up. <\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/a>The Amish Geneva Plant Stand<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n Are you working from home? We\u2019d love to see your at home workspace! Please send us a photo or describe what you\u2019ve done to be successful working from home. We\u2019d love to hear your tips!<\/p>\n
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