Setting Up Your Home Office in 4 Simple Steps

Working from home can create its own list of problems, but one of them does not need to be your home office space itself. We hear many freelancers worrying about their home office spaces, perhaps not having enough space, or feeling claustrophobic and disorganized.

Having a focused and organized space can make all the difference to your productivity levels and general feeling of well being in your work life. So we have devised a list of four simple steps you can take to creating a comfortable home office space so you can feel in control, relaxed and happy.

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Your Non-Negotiables

First think about all the items you need to do your job. Your essentials, such as computer, folders, fax machine, phone etc. Then think about the best way you can organize these objects to best make use of the space you have available. Smaller details such as the position of power cables are surprisingly important when choosing the location of your work station to make sure your electrical items and lamps can be plugged in with minimum distraction to your overall work space.

You have countless options when you get a budget desktop computer. A compact tower, a sleek monitor, and a host of accessories can complete your work setup. You can also upgrade computer specs for continued performance.

Choosing Where

For those of us not fortunate enough to have a spare room that we can turn into an office, we need to be a little more creative. So you should think about setting up your office area in a really quiet and bright part of your home. Finding a spot under a window will make sure your desk feels bright and will help small spaces not feel so claustrophobic. If you have children and need to work in the evenings and weekends, make sure you choose a space where you can at least close a door to get some privacy.

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Organization to Prevent Isolation

Working from home can sometimes feel rather isolated if you ever have any technical or business related problems. So being organized also means compiling a list of technical or business assistance specialists that you can immediately call on should you come across any issues that you can’t resolve yourself.

Think about looking up managed IT services so that if you have any technical issues and require assistance you know who to call that can help you in such moments. Think of bookkeepers and accountants, financial advisors that can help you should you need assistance in that area.

Also try to network with others in your industry and find a forum where you can bounce ideas and questions around throughout your working week. As we all know, working from home can certainly have its lonely moments. These small steps can make big differences in making you feel less alone when anything goes wrong and generally makes you feel supported and part of a community, which is important for your overall well being.

Be Creative with your Space

Finally, really think about how you can work with what you’ve got. Creating storage units that keep files and stationery hidden away. Making sure that items you use regularly are close at hand. Good lighting and pretty lamps will help create a calming atmosphere. A comfortable, professional chair is one of the most important items you can invest in when working from home, so this is one area not to scrimp on.

Adding a couple of little creature comforts or decorative frills, such as photographs and plants can complete your office space and ensure it’s a place you enjoy being. A place where you can feel happy, relaxed and ready to take on the day ahead.

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About Dequiana Jackson

Dequiana Jackson, Founder of Inspired Marketing, Inc., helps overachieving women entrepreneurs conquer limiting beliefs and create marketing plans that grow their businesses. This includes one-on-one marketing plan development, digital product creation, web design and content marketing. Dequiana is the author of Know Your Business: How to Attract Ideal Clients & Sell More and runs the award-winning blog, Entrepreneur-Resources.net.

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