How Better Furniture Can Make Work From Home Work For You
If you’re among the millions who are new to working from home, you’re probably dealing with some unfamiliar and, perhaps, frustrating feelings. There’s a reason for that. Our brains have a “work” setting and a “home” setting. At work we are conditioned for structure. We are focused on tasks, alert to coworkers and bosses, roles and responsibilities, proper language and behaviors. Home is, well, not that rigid. Our brains aren’t exactly sure how to process the new workplace. For newcomers to WFH, difficulty concentrating is common. So is procrastination. Why take on that unpleasant task when the refrigerator is right there? And the TV? And the dog who needs petting? Experts tell us there are ways to minimize the power of distractions and a well-appointed, organized workspace tops the list. Are you one of the fortunate ones with a room you can dedicate as a home office or must you share a room t...