Remote jobs, which allow you to carry out your profession even at home, are useful when you have children, even if it will often be difficult to separate family life from professional life. So here are some tips for working at home with children.
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Hire a nanny; Do not think that because “you are at home all day,” you can take care of your child on your own. While there may be exceptions, you will often need to be able to focus on your obligations. Otherwise, you will do everything by half.
Organize with precision; You may be working and remembering that you have to buy something or do housework. To avoid these distractions, set a schedule with fixed times. Once established, you will have to respect it. Otherwise, you will always work under pressure. You will get distracted by anything. Therefore, you may not achieve your professional goals as you had proposed.
Choose a job; Space plays an essential role in any work environment. So, if you have the opportunity to organize a space in the house, do not hesitate to do so. All family members must know how to respect your privacy when working. Remember to have a private telephone line, so that you are always available for your customers.
Be smart; This is one of the biggest benefits of working at home. There are no timetables. Therefore, if you go to bed late one night or have to stay awake to be with one of your children, you can get on with your work. Of course, this shouldn’t become a habit. However, it can be useful in emergencies without giving explanations.
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Find a balance; Most of the previous tips aim to maximize your available time; that doesn’t mean you should keep the kids as far away as possible. Remain open and available to their needs. You can also assign them simple tasks, such as emptying your trash, adding paper to the printer, and so on.
Adapted and translated by Wiki Avenue Staff
Sources: Donnad
