Create a workspace at home for Covid-19 lockdown

With the proclamation of a 21-day national lockdown by President Ramaphosa, from March 26 to midnight on Thursday, April 16, the need has arisen for most businesses to implement a work from home policy for employees.

This, in turn, has necessitated the need for many employees to create a designated work area in their homes, which can turn out to be a job in itself, from lack of space to children or family members constantly interrupting.

However, having the right setup means you can remain productive. Here are some tips from MyProperty that won’t break the bank and enable you to remain productive during this time.

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Create a separate workspace. Establish clear physical boundaries between your workspace and the rest of your home. If you are in a position to dedicate an entire room as an office, then plan the room so it’s functional.

If you have to work in a shared space, such as the living room, ensure it is clutter-free and quiet. If you can, set up physical boundaries with furniture to create a workspace.Whatever you do, don’t go overboard when kitting out your temporary workplace. If you don’t require a printer in your everyday job, don’t go out and buy one.

Remember this is only a temporary fixture and not permanent.

Last but not least it is vital to establish a routine and stick to it. Set daily tasks and stick to achieving them. Don’t forget to check-in with friends and family often and Skype your colleagues to stay in touch.

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