by Cameron Corey
Welcome to 2021, where the title above is now applicable to a majority of working Americans, as well as college students (hey, that’s you!) This shift in day-to-day routine has posed no shortage of problems, and innately, humans are afraid of change. Have no fear though, because I’m going to outline three helpful tips on making your work from home experience a lot less drab, and a lot MORE fab.
Do not work from home in your grubby oversized t-shirt and pajama pants. Though it is incredibly tempting to roll out of bed and go to class, will this produce your best results? It is often stated that when you look good, you feel good. Would you be embarrassed if your crush could see your Christmas tree printed pajama pants from 2012? Then maybe put on something slightly nicer and incorporate a “getting ready” step into your daily routine. Even if getting ready simply means putting on a cute pair of sweatpants and actually brushing your hair, it’s better than nothing.
A routine doesn’t have to be a rut. Allow yourself freedom within your routine, but sticking to a somewhat solid routine can help keep some level of normalcy in your day. Dedicating certain times for work and class, and separating those hours from your own personal time can make all of the difference in feeling more productive.
My final tip on making your work from home experience more fabulous, is to dedicate a space in your home to work, and work only. Not everyone is blessed enough to have a home office with French doors and the whole nine yards, but your kitchen table or a desk in the corner of your dorm will suffice and can be just as good of a workspace. Be sure your space makes you feel comfortable, and productive. Add a little flair by including fun desk supplies or hanging up some motivational quotes in your space. Separating your workspace from your relaxing space can also help with normalcy and routinization.
With these tips, I hope you’re able to modify your work from home routine to become the best at-home student/worker you can be. Work hard, stay safe, and take care of yourself!
Cameron Corey is a senior public relations and corporate communications student at Belmont University.