How Can I Work Well Independently?

We all encounter problems focusing during independent work.

Working on your own for so long can get tiring!

How can you stay focused, productive, and interested?

Stay Focused And Productive

Here are some strategies to avoid distractions and noise when working alone: Flaticon Icon

Close non-work related apps and unnecessary browser tabs
Prioritize important tasks
Assign time slots to your tasks
Set a time to take a lunch break
Work in a different space every so often

Tidy up your workspace if it starts to get messy
Take 5-minute breaks
Have water nearby and drink it often
Stand up once in a while
Listen to relaxing music without lyrics

Did you know?

Studies show that 61% of employees are more productive with a relaxed dress code. Next time you work alone, wear comfortable clothes to boost your productivity.

Stay Motivated And Interested

To maintain your motivation and interest, look at the bigger picture:

Define your goals
Understand why you do what you do
Reflect on your accomplishments

Keep your inspiration close to you
Find fun ways to do your work
Reward yourself

Solve Problems

Sometimes you may need to fix issues on your own. Follow these steps to turn yourself into a problem solver:

Think positively — you can solve this!
Clearly define the problem.
Figure out the cause of the problem.
Consider and evaluate possible solutions.
Try one solution.
If it doesn't work, revisit previous steps to see what went wrong.

Quiz

Your computer is slow so you restart it but it still runs slowly. Which thought will get you closer to a solution?

"Should I restart it again?"

"Do I have too many programs running?"

"Do I need to replace my computer?"

Take Action

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Make a plan to improve your independent work skills:

Pick two or three strategies from this Byte

Incorporate these strategies into your work or study routine for one week

Reflect on your week — which strategies were helpful?

Adjust your strategies for next week if necessary