Work from Home-Sounds Great isn't it

Hi All,


Most of us who are employed,feel every Monday morning "I wish I could work from home".The idea of working from home sounds great to everyone.But,one should realize whether he/she is ready to work from home.There are many factors that need to be considered before you take a decision of working from home.Though the idea of working from home make us feel free,but thats not the case.Working from home requires equal amount of dedication and sincerity.

So,before we think about working from home,we should find out whether we are ready for it or not.Most of the employers now-a-days allow their employees to work part-time from home.This not only helps them in cost-cutting,but it also keeps the employee morale high.So,it actually benefits both the employer and the employee.

Before you decide to work from home,find out why you want to work from home.Are there any genuine reasons or responsibilities at home due to which you can't devote much time out of your home such as childcare etc.?If so,then you will actually benefit by working from home because you will be able to manage both your work and home.So,your feeling of dissatisfaction would be less.

One should maintain discipline while working from home also.If you are among those who generally likes to have a chat with your colleague,then probably working from home all alone might make you feel lonely.Since,you don't have your boss at home to check your work,make sure you are disciplined enough to do your work sincerely.

Try to create a work environment at home so that you don't feel distracted.Make sure you create enough space for yourself to work comfortably and avoid any kind of clutter.Plan proper breaks in between your work.Do not get distracted by your emails and phone calls.If you do so at the end of the day you may realize that your day has not been productive enough.

When you work from home,your family and friends might think that you actually don't have a proper job.Don't neglect your work by thinking the way they think about your work.Give equal importance to your work.Avoid shopping with friends or chatting with them in between your work.Schedule time for your work and personal life.

If you are working from home,for your office,make sure you are aware of what is going on at your office.Stay in touch with your colleagues at office.Attend meetings as and when required.

Working from home is both beneficial and demanding.We generally tend to be lenient with our work when our boss is not supervising our work.But,make sure you are equally dedicated and sincere when working from home.Take up this option only if you think this will benefit you.If you are a very social person,you may not enjoy working from home all alone.So,identify your personality and your needs and accordingly make your choice.


Regards,

Kavita