The rise of remote and hybrid work has changed the way that most people now view their careers and jobs. You can now travel and work, work from home, work around the child minding and raising and just about any other arrangement that you can think about is being investigated and tested in the post-Covid world of work. There are certain basics that every remote worker must have to retain their productivity and maintain a balance.
The appropriate technology and internet access
The main tech aspects required by all genuine and professional remote workers will be cloud computing. The ability to connect to the company or business network from anywhere with an internet connection is the basis of all remote work. Then there is the need for access to the required business apps and hardware to allow you to perform your job role. These are the tech basics that will form the foundation of all remote work.
Drive and self-motivation
Unless you are driven and enjoy the work that you do, working remotely may be too much of a challenge. Unless you have internal drive and can work without constant support and encouragement or management from others, then you will not be able to become a successful remote worker. It is this drive that will also need to be reined in and controlled so that you don’t overwork.
A means to relax
Every remote worker must have a cogent means to relax and zone out. It has even been postulated that remote workers schedule their breaks in a more organized fashion. Just because your desk is always available and cloud computing allows you to always be contactable and available, doesn’t mean that you need to work harder.
An appropriate space
Having an appropriate workspace is paramount if you are going to be a successful remote worker. Many people don’t think about the ergonomics of remote work though and can end up with serious back and nerve issues based on incorrect seating and computer work. The aim is to have an assessment done of any intended workspace and ensure that your employer is aware of any issue that need to be resolved.
Working from home, or remote working, may sound glamorous and exciting, but as most people realized during the pandemic, it can become quite tiring. It is common sense that the employers out there consider remote work as an option because it has proven to improve their bottom lines. There is a tendency to overwork when you don’t have to go anywhere to do so and can work as soon as you roll out of bed for as long as you feel you need to.
Ensure that you have the above aspects, and they will go a long way to preventing burnout or any chance of overworking.
Lived in England since 1998 and travelled the world since 2005, visiting over 100 countries on 5 continents. Writer, blogger, photographer with a passion for adventure and travel, discovering those off beat places not yet on the tourist trail. Marco contributes the very best in independent travel tips and lifestyle articles.
