Telecommuting Best Practices

Identify a space in your home that will serve as your office. Ensure it is quiet, has minimal distractions, and is separate from your living areas to help with work-life balance.

Gather necessary equipment such as a computer, high-speed internet connection, webcam, and any additional relevant technology or software needed for your work.

Set up your furniture focusing on ergonomics. Adjust your chair, desk, and computer monitor to reduce strain on your body during long working hours.

Establish a consistent work schedule. Decide on your start time, breaks, and end time, and communicate it to your colleagues and family to respect these boundaries.

Utilize digital tools to organize and prioritize your tasks. Consider a to-do list, digital calendar, or project management software to keep track of your work.

Set up protocols for communication. Choose the primary methods (email, chat, video calls) and schedule regular check-ins with colleagues to stay connected.

Implement cybersecurity measures. Use strong passwords, secure Wi-Fi networks and be cautious of potential security risks while working remotely.

Do a test run of your setup before fully committing to telecommuting. Check all your technology works well and you are able to fulfil your job requirements.

Make sure your office has sufficient lighting. It should be bright enough to reduce eye strain but not so bright that it causes glare on screens.

Inform your household of your working hours and workspace to maintain professional boundaries and reduce interruptions.

Plan short breaks for stretching or walking to stay active and prevent sedentary lifestyle-related issues.