{"id":16563,"date":"2021-07-23T18:01:27","date_gmt":"2021-07-23T10:01:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/?p=16563"},"modified":"2022-03-21T14:47:35","modified_gmt":"2022-03-21T06:47:35","slug":"home-office-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/home-office-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create A Productive &amp; Organized Home Office (8 Tips)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One of the greatest benefits of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/home-office-designs\/\">home office<\/a> is the freedom to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/inspirational-workspace-creative-setups\/\">decorate and design your workspace<\/a> as you wish, but without letting either space lose its distinct identity. In other words, we shouldn\u2019t blend the workplace with the rest of our personal space, aka home.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you call your \u2018home office\u2019 a blessing or a curse, one thing\u2019s for sure, your mood and your productivity will be affected by how it is set up. Just as a cluttered desk is a cluttered mind, a disorganized home office may be<strong> the source of unnecessary mind-blocks<\/strong> to new ideas and solutions.<\/p>\n<p>Think your home office is a mess and is ruining your productivity? Not to worry, because today we\u2019ll be covering <strong>10 great tips to improve the organization of your home office<\/strong> meant to turn you more productive, keep the working mood positive and get back that focus you need to produce top-quality work.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ref-block ref-block--post\" id=\"ref-post-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/inspirational-workspace-creative-setups\/\" class=\"ref-block__link\" title=\"Read More: Inspirational Workspace: 60 Awesome Setups, Vol. 3\" rel=\"bookmark\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Inspirational Workspace: 60 Awesome Setups, Vol. 3<\/span><\/a>\n<div class=\"ref-block__thumbnail img-thumb img-thumb--jumbo\" data-img='{ \"src\" : \"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/inspirational-workspace-creative-setups.jpg\" }'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<noscript>\n<style>.no-js #ref-block-post-10342 .ref-block__thumbnail { background-image: url(\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/inspirational-workspace-creative-setups.jpg\"); }<\/style>\n<\/noscript>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"ref-block__summary\">\n<h4 class=\"ref-title\">Inspirational Workspace: 60 Awesome Setups, Vol. 3<\/h4>\n<p class=\"ref-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWe spend most of the day in front of our computers. This is where all the works get...\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>Read more<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>1. Don\u2019t Mix Work With Personal Life<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ll start with the most evident tip, blending work and pleasure as one. Even with the firmest intention to separate the both of them in your home office at the initial stage, the two are bound to mix <strong>since your office is in your home<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Don\u2019t take your work home with you doesn\u2019t apply to SOHO workers.<\/p>\n<h3>What to do:<\/h3>\n<p>Examine your home office from time to time to see how much of your workspace has been <strong>infested with distractions. <\/strong>Resolve to clear away your TV, game consoles, and other forms of distractions and keep them out of sight.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/home-office-tips\/home-office.jpg\" alt=\"home-office\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Maintain that boundary within your home where work begins and ends.<\/strong> Keep this workspace as distinct from your other rooms as possible because such differentiation can have a psychological effect on how you divide work and play.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ref-block ref-block--post\" id=\"ref-post-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/working-from-home-tips\/\" class=\"ref-block__link\" title=\"Read More: 10 Tips to Make WFH (Working From Home) Work\" rel=\"bookmark\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">10 Tips to Make WFH (Working From Home) Work<\/span><\/a>\n<div class=\"ref-block__thumbnail img-thumb img-thumb--jumbo\" data-img='{ \"src\" : \"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/working-from-home-tips.jpg\" }'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<noscript>\n<style>.no-js #ref-block-post-15198 .ref-block__thumbnail { background-image: url(\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/working-from-home-tips.jpg\"); }<\/style>\n<\/noscript>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"ref-block__summary\">\n<h4 class=\"ref-title\">10 Tips to Make WFH (Working From Home) Work<\/h4>\n<p class=\"ref-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tIf you have decided that working from home is your only option, here are a few tips that...\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>Read more<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2> 2. Get Good Seating Support<\/h2>\n<p>Are you getting the seat support you need? You may not think comfort and support matter to your productivity, because who has the time to enjoy a real good work chair when engrossed with tons of work?<\/p>\n<p>As it turns out, that is precisely the reason why you should take note of your seating support if <strong>you are spending most of your time sitting on your chair when working<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, about <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aafp.org\/afp\/2000\/0315\/p1779.html\">90% of adults<\/a> experience back pain at some point in their life, and 50% of the working population has back pain every year in the US. <strong>When you don\u2019t pay attention to your back, the desk chair can take a toll on your health<\/strong>, mood, and consequently your work productivity.<\/p>\n<h3>What to do:<\/h3>\n<p>Here\u2019s a <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ontimesupplies.com\/solutions\/ergonomic-desk-chair-guide\">comprehensive guide<\/a> if you\u2019re keen on getting an ergonomically designed desk chair. If you are a little tight on budget, consider purchasing seat support for your desk chair.<\/p>\n<h2> 3. Invest in Better Lightings<\/h2>\n<p>We often neglect the lighting. Is your desk lamp too bright or too dim to work under, effectively? Are you getting sufficient natural light, the best kind, from the Sun? To have that, make sure your designated workspace has enough windows or openings to let the sunlight in.<\/p>\n<p>Research has shown that people<strong> feel lethargic during winter months <\/strong>due to the lack of exposure to sunlight. Exposure can boost your mood and improve your sleep patterns. In times of unfavorable weather or long working nights, it is essential to get some artificial lighting in your workspace.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Do:<\/h3>\n<p>Experiment with different intensities or light tones to find out which one works best for you. Depending on how spacious your workspace is, you might also consider having multiple and different light fixtures to set a comfortable mood for work.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/home-office-tips\/lighting-for-workplace.jpg\" alt=\"lighting-for-workplace\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\"><\/figure>\n<p>Try to get multiple light fixtures, and at least a desk lamp with direct exposure over your desk, which <strong>will facilitate the reading, writing or sketching of documents<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>If, however, you do your work mostly on your computer, check out this <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.clickonf5.org\/hardware\/adjust-brightness-contrast-monitor\/3846\">simple reference<\/a> on optimal brightness and contrast for your eyes.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Keep Your Tech Updated & Reliable<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re going to be working at home most of the time, you\u2019ve got to make sure that <strong>technology is your best accomplice<\/strong>. Do you get frequent technical faults with your existing devices such as your computer, printer, or connections? If you do, I\u2019m sure it is a major source of frustration at work.<\/p>\n<p>Chances are that you are holding on to your old devices and gadgets because they still work and you don\u2019t find it economical to pay for an upgrade. Well, think about how much time you\u2019ve wasted instead, trying to troubleshoot and fix them, plus the \u2018<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Opportunity_cost\">opportunity cost<\/a>\u2018 you\u2019ve lost.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/home-office-tips\/update-equipment.jpg\" alt=\"update-equipment\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\"><\/figure>\n<p>And don\u2019t forget <strong>the negative effect it has on your mood<\/strong>! System crashes and data loss near an important deadline can cause more damage than it is worth.<\/p>\n<h3>What to do:<\/h3>\n<p>Update your <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/tag\/security-and-privacy\/\" rel=\"noopener\">computer antivirus<\/a> software and OS and conduct regular maintenance checks on your devices. Keep important information <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/online-backup-sync-tools\/\" rel=\"noopener\">backed up<\/a> at intervals.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Augment Your Technology<\/h2>\n<p>The other thing to consider about your home office technology is the additional features that some of your gadgets, devices and software have to offer.<\/p>\n<p>After working for a while, you should have an idea of what you might be missing in your home office that might significantly facilitate your work.<\/p>\n<h3>What to do:<\/h3>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/productivity-tips-for-freelance-web-designers\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Stop procrastinating<\/a> and begin by listing down those features that will allow you to <strong>get things done more efficiently<\/strong>. For instance, if you\u2019re a graphic designer, ask yourself if a second monitor can help speed things up.<\/p>\n<h2>6. Expand Your Workspace or Storage System<\/h2>\n<p>Are your documents piling up because of your prospering business? If it is, it\u2019s time to consider expanding the physical space of your home office. The rule of thumb for any room or space is <strong>the lesser clutter you have, the fewer your distractions will be<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>If you have the tendency to leave things lying around, a pile of clutter will form before you even realize it. However, when you increase the amount of physical space, it will take longer for that to happen. <strong>The extra space will also make your workspace look less cramped, hence, neater. <\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>What to do:<\/h3>\n<p>What if you have no room for expansion? You should consider <strong>investing in some fine storage solutions<\/strong> such as a filing cabinet, shelves, files and folders.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/home-office-tips\/stroage-space.jpg\" alt=\"storage-space\" width=\"800\" height=\"640\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"ref-block ref-block--post\" id=\"ref-post-3\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/34-creative-furniture-that-stand-out-from-the-rest\/\" class=\"ref-block__link\" title=\"Read More: 34 Creative Furnitures That Stand Out From The Rest\" rel=\"bookmark\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">34 Creative Furnitures That Stand Out From The Rest<\/span><\/a>\n<div class=\"ref-block__thumbnail img-thumb img-thumb--jumbo\" data-img='{ \"src\" : \"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/34-creative-furniture-that-stand-out-from-the-rest.jpg\" }'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<noscript>\n<style>.no-js #ref-block-post-15399 .ref-block__thumbnail { background-image: url(\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/34-creative-furniture-that-stand-out-from-the-rest.jpg\"); }<\/style>\n<\/noscript>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"ref-block__summary\">\n<h4 class=\"ref-title\">34 Creative Furnitures That Stand Out From The Rest<\/h4>\n<p class=\"ref-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tUsually, when we talk about furniture, it's all about price and material. But what about furniture that's not...\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>Read more<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Sure, the room may still look cramp with cabinets and shelves, but not seeing piles and piles of documents when you\u2019re working may just be good enough to calm your nerves for the rest of the day. Of course, if you don\u2019t want a hard time finding these documents when you need them, you must <strong>label them accordingly <\/strong>and have periodic filing sessions to manage your paperwork.<\/p>\n<h2>7. Simplify Processes<\/h2>\n<p>Have you complicated your home office and work processes so much so that it has become too overwhelming to work anymore? If so, it\u2019s time to go back to basics \u2013 simplify.<\/p>\n<p>Remember that<strong> the key to an organized office is efficiency,<\/strong> and the more things you have around, the harder it is to keep everything in order.<\/p>\n<p>A typical disorganized office is when you have<strong> difficulties finding where you keep your documents<\/strong>. A workspace organized in too complex a manner causes may seem neat on the surface but will cause a lot of sorting or filing problems as there are too many categories.<\/p>\n<h3>What to do:<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Keep things clean and minimal. <\/strong>When you are over-organized, you will tend to procrastinate keeping your workspace neat because it\u2019s too time-consuming and tedious. Eventually, you get clutter. This not only applies to just the physical layout of your work area; it is the same in your computer.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sort for easy access.<\/strong> The general rule is to keep the desktop as clear as possible with only a few files or apps that you\u2019re working on. Maintain a minimalistic organization and a clean desk (keep ugly wires out of sight with <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/gadget-cables-holders-organizers-you-can-buy\/\" rel=\"noopener\">these gadgets<\/a>) so your mind won\u2019t wander from one thing to another that easily.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll feel less stressed and less distracted from your task.<\/p>\n<h2>8. Incorporate Personal Touch & Inspiration<\/h2>\n<p>In spite of #1, there should be some leeway on what you can place in your workspace for that personal touch and inspiration to an otherwise, sterile office environment. Note that the purpose of these items or design is to help you sustain that positive mood and energy to work on your tasks.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/home-office-tips\/home-office-personal-style.jpg\" alt=\"home-office-personal-style\" width=\"800\" height=\"640\"><\/figure>\n<p><strong>They can include anything<\/strong>: decor, plants, pets, photographs or posters. If you\u2019re feeling a sense of dread working in your home office, ask yourself what would inspire you and keep you going? It could be your family, your kids, your goals, your favorite art pieces, the scenery outside your window, or even the mere sight of your favorite color.<\/p>\n<h3>What to do:<\/h3>\n<p>If you require a lot of creative thinking for your work, then be sure to put in place <strong>things that help you spawn ideas and capture them<\/strong>, such as a sketchpad to doodle on or catch ideas that suddenly pop up. The decor itself can have a huge impact on your mood as well, as do the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/futuristic-home-furnitures\/\" rel=\"noopener\">furniture<\/a>, so put some thought into those two.<\/p>\n<p><strong> Incorporate a certain style or theme <\/strong>for your home office that you can identify with. If you\u2019re going to spend some time in your home office, you\u2019ll want to make sure you have pleasant surroundings to work in.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ref-block ref-block--post\" id=\"ref-post-4\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/office-decor-pinterest-pinboards\/\" class=\"ref-block__link\" title=\"Read More: 20 Inspiring Pinterest Boards for Office Decor Ideas\" rel=\"bookmark\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">20 Inspiring Pinterest Boards for Office Decor Ideas<\/span><\/a>\n<div class=\"ref-block__thumbnail img-thumb img-thumb--jumbo\" data-img='{ \"src\" : \"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/office-decor-pinterest-pinboards.jpg\" }'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<noscript>\n<style>.no-js #ref-block-post-13610 .ref-block__thumbnail { background-image: url(\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/office-decor-pinterest-pinboards.jpg\"); }<\/style>\n<\/noscript>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"ref-block__summary\">\n<h4 class=\"ref-title\">20 Inspiring Pinterest Boards for Office Decor Ideas<\/h4>\n<p class=\"ref-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWhen you're going through your rounds in Pinterest, have you ever got that feeling that the site reminds...\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>Read more<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Experimentation is Key<\/h2>\n<p>In some ways, an organized and productive home office takes a lot of experimentation and a bit of luck before you can get it just right. You will find yourself experimenting with new technology, organization, processes, and designs, and balancing it with your budget for the perfect home office.<\/p>\n<p>Time-consuming it may be, it is still an enjoyable process to observe how your home office evolve.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Have fun!<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the greatest benefits of a home office is the freedom to decorate and design your workspace as you wish, but without letting either space lose its distinct identity. In other words, we shouldn\u2019t blend the workplace with the rest of our personal space, aka home. 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