{"id":7778,"date":"2020-11-25T10:13:30","date_gmt":"2020-11-25T18:13:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/?p=7778"},"modified":"2023-04-26T05:22:36","modified_gmt":"2023-04-26T12:22:36","slug":"what-biggest-challenges-from-working-remotely-how-overcome-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/blog\/what-biggest-challenges-from-working-remotely-how-overcome-them.html","title":{"rendered":"How to overcome the challenges of working remotely?","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Working remotely is something we\u2019ve all experienced this year at some point, whether you\u2019ve loved it or hated it \u2013 sometimes we don\u2019t get to choose where we work from. Even though it offers flexible working hours and allows you to set your own working schedule, it still comes with its set of challenges.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve put together a list of the biggest challenges you\u2019ll face when working remotely and how to tackle them, one step at a time. Nonetheless, it is hard to adapt to change in your daily routine or work environment so give yourself time to fall into the new routine and don\u2019t stress about getting everything planned done the first few days.<\/p>\n<div id=\"fifteenbanner\" style=\"display:flex;justify-content:center\"><style>form {display: flex;justify-content: center;}.fifteenbanner {position:relative;text-decoration:none;display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle;width:360px;height:270px;border-radius:10px;border-width:0;-webkit-box-shadow: 2px 2px 2px 1px #d3d3d3;-moz-box-shadow:2px 2px 2px 1px #d3d3d3;box-shadow: 2px 2px 2px 1px #d3d3d3;background-image:url(https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/10-dollars-360x270-1.png);background-repeat:no-repeat;}.fifteenbanner{cursor:pointer}<\/style><form id=\"fifteenbanner\" action=\"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/locations.html\" method=\"get\"><button class=\"fifteenbanner\" type=\"submit\"><\/button><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"utm_source\" value=\"blog\"\/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"utm_medium\" value=\"banner\"\/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"utm_campaign\" value=\"10-dollars\"\/><\/form><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h2><strong>Problems with technology<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/blog\/benefits-virtual-address-home-business.html\">working from home<\/a> or a nearby caf\u00e9, having a stable internet connection is vital to working remotely. If your laptop is lagging or you don\u2019t have a good cell signal on your phone, it can cause a delay in delivering work or getting any work at all.<\/p>\n<p>Many public Wi-Fi hotspots like in cafes or restaurants are unreliable and even if it does work, you probably won\u2019t be able to do more than simple tasks like sending an email<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t have a strong internet connection, consider upgrading your data plan for better internet or invest in getting a mobile hotspot device in case of an outage, so you\u2019ll always have a backup.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>\n<h2><strong>Distractions everywhere<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>One of the most common and easiest things that happen when working from home is continuously getting distracted. Whether it is a family member, phone calls, pets, or chores like doing the laundry or cooking \u2013 there is always some distraction.<\/p>\n<p>And as a result, your productivity decreases, and tasks that usually take a few hours in the office would stretch to days.<\/p>\n<p>For starters, working remotely doesn\u2019t mean you don\u2019t have to create a work schedule for yourself and can work whenever you want. You can set a flexible schedule that works for you and your lifestyle, like working after the kids come home or staying up at night but you need to stick to this schedule for it to actually work.<\/p>\n<p>Set your alarm in the morning (or before work), get out of bed, change out of your Pj\u2019s, and set up your work station. Recent surveys have proven that working in your Pj\u2019s makes you more comfortable and laid back and so your mind doesn\u2019t process that it is time to work.<\/p>\n<p>And finally, eliminate all distractions as best as possible. Put your phone on mute to avoid phone calls from friends and inform work colleagues they can reach you online through Skype or Slack, for example.<\/p>\n<p>Inform your family members when you\u2019ll be working so they\u2019d know to not disturb you and set reasonable goals for yourself to reach every day.<\/p>\n<p>Read more about: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/blog\/how-to-use-postscanmail-to-register-a-virtual-address-for-your-llc.html\">How To Use Your Virtual Address To Register Your LLC?<\/a><\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>\n<h2><strong>Not having a designated workspace <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Separating your work life from your personal life can be difficult, especially if you work from home. Sometimes telling your family that you\u2019re working isn\u2019t enough to avoid distractions or not procrastinate.<\/p>\n<p>At the office, you have your own cubicle or desk where you\u2019re isolated and focused but at home, you usually find yourself wandering off to your couch with your laptop, sitting in front of the TV, or even getting back in bed.<\/p>\n<p>To avoid blurring the line between your personal and work life, set aside a designated space for work, it doesn\u2019t necessarily need to be a full-on home office if you don\u2019t have space, it can also be a corner in your living room, the garage, or the kitchen isle.<\/p>\n<p>If there\u2019s a door, be sure to close it and hang a \u201cDo not disturb\u201d sign, and supply your office with all the tools you\u2019ll need like noise-cancellation headphones, an internet router, laptop, a comfortable chair, etc.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li>\n<h2><strong>Managing your schedule <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Working remotely does mostly mean flexible working hours, but to avoid procrastination, sleeping in too late, and rather get work done, you\u2019ll need to set regular working hours.<\/p>\n<p>There are many efficient time management tools that you can use that can help you keep track of your working hours and breaks, you can even add shift notes on your progress on certain tasks to keep you motivated.<\/p>\n<p>Following a schedule and having a set break every day will help you stay focused and maintain productivity; it\u2019ll also give you more free time to spend with your family or go out with friends.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li>\n<h2><strong>Communicating with your colleagues or clients <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>In-person meetings with your team are more effective than virtual meetings, as face-to-face communication provides a clear and direct connection between people.<\/p>\n<p>You also don\u2019t need to deal with a spotty internet connection or people not showing up to the meeting. If you\u2019re an employee, be sure to stay connected with your boss to get a sense of direction and guidance when needed. Confirm your priorities and tasks beforehand and agree on deadlines together, to stay on track.<\/p>\n<p>As a business owner, you need to ensure your team is on the same page and are easily communicating and collaborating. There are many project management tools like Zendesk, Asana, and Basecamp as well as collaboration tools like Google Drive, Slack, and Dropbox that can help everyone stay connected and up-to-date.<\/p>\n<p>You can use project management tools to assign tasks, set deadlines, follow up on progress, and more. As for collaboration tools, they\u2019re great for file sharing, editing, and file storage.<\/p>\n<p>Schedule a weekly videoconference meeting where you meet with team leaders and discuss the past week as well as set new goals for the upcoming week; regularly checking in with your team members will ensure your supervision as a boss.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li>\n<h2><strong>Staying motivated <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>When you work from home, you\u2019re no longer surrounded by your colleagues and there isn\u2019t any more office gossip or business updates to keep things exciting.<\/p>\n<p>With time, you\u2019ll fall into a bad spot and the loneliness will settle in. Feeling isolated and lonely isn\u2019t good for your mental or physical health and once you start being in a funk, try to pull yourself out of it!<\/p>\n<p>Without the same office energy and encouragement, it is hard to stay motivated \u2013 especially when you\u2019re working from home. So once a week, try to change your work location and work from a caf\u00e9 or the library instead.<\/p>\n<p>Create a change in your daily routine to keep things fresh, like going for a walk on your break or meeting your friends for coffee. You can also try reading or listening to self-development and motivational books on your break (or even during working if it won\u2019t be a distraction!) to help keep you in a positive state.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li>\n<h2><strong>Working too much <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The opposite of slacking and procrastination happens as well, some people get so invested in their work that they overwork themselves and find it hard to end the workday.<\/p>\n<p>When you live and work in the same space, the line between them gets blurry. Working too much can lead to insomnia, stress, and even depression.<\/p>\n<p>By setting your working hours and having a set time every day when you finish working (no matter how important your current task is!), you\u2019ll get used to your schedule and not overwork yourself.<\/p>\n<p>It can be really easy to fall into the habit of checking your emails before bedtime or replying to that one last message after you\u2019ve signed off. You need to set reminders for your breaks and be sure to take them and most importantly, let your colleagues know when you finish work so no one would disturb you afterward.<\/p>\n<p>Lastly, if you still find yourself wandering back to your laptop, turn off your email and phone notifications and focus on enjoying your free time.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>And finally, take things slowly <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Working remotely is a big change for you, don\u2019t expect to be great at it from the go. Give yourself the time to fall into your new routine and accept the change.<\/p>\n<p>If you follow these few tips, you can overcome or avoid all of these challenges, and working from home can be as fun and as flexible as you thought it would be!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Read more about: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/blog\/how-grow-business-without-spending-extra-money.html\">How to Grow Your Business Without Spending Extra Money?<\/a><\/p>\n<h6>Image Credit: By\u00a0<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/anson0618\" data-track-section=\"assetDescription\" data-track-action=\"click\" data-automation=\"AssetDetails_contributorLink\" data-track-label=\"contributorLink\">Anson0618<\/a><\/h6>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false,"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"html"}]},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Working remotely is something we\u2019ve all experienced this year at some point, whether you\u2019ve loved it or hated it \u2013 sometimes we don\u2019t get to choose where we work from. Even though it offers flexible working hours and allows you to set your own working schedule, it still comes with its set of challenges.<\/p>\n","protected":false,"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"html"}]},"author":23,"featured_media":7779,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[],"acf":[],"amp_enabled":true,"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"link","format":"url"}],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7778"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/23"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7778"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7778\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11465,"href":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7778\/revisions\/11465"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7779"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7778"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7778"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7778"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}