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As more and more workers shift to working from home or begin to split their time between the office and home, the need for a good home office setup has never been higher. A recent study from Living Social found that a whopping 62% of workers admitted that they were in fact more productive when they were working from home as opposed to working from an office. In most cases, workers reported that working from home meant fewer distractions and fewer unnecessary interruptions.
To help you make the most of your home office in 2021, we have put together a list of top tips and ideas that will help you to choose the perfect place and acquire the right equipment to make your space as comfortable as possible.
Invest in A Good Office Chair
It should come as no surprise that investing in a high-quality office chair can make all the difference between a productive day and a day filled with discomfort. Office Chairs Gold Coast reported a 178% increase in office chairs sales over the last quarter as more workers invested in office chairs to make the home office environment as comfortable as possible. It is expected that the average employee will spend between $300-$400 on a home office chair to make the environment as comfortable as possible.
As more and more workers shift to working from home or begin to split their time between the office and home, the need for a good home office setup has never been higher. A recent study from Living Social found that a whopping 62% of workers admitted that they were in fact more productive when they were working from home as opposed to working from an office. In most cases, workers reported that working from home meant fewer distractions and fewer unnecessary interruptions.
Standing Desks for Health
Looking to kickstart your health in 2021 and keep yourself productive from your home office? A 2020 study found that sitting for extended periods of time can be bad for your health. Which is why there is an increasing number of people looking into standing desks for their home office.
A standing desk is exactly what you expect – a desk that keeps you on your feet while you work. One Sydney Podiatrist recommends that you workers should ease themselves into a standing desk to ensure they are not overloading their joints suddenly.
Step Away from the Monitor
Want to know the key to sustained productivity? Taking breaks! It may seem counterintuitive to the end goal of getting as much done as possible, however, taking appropriate breaks is essential to staying productive throughout the day. If you feel yourself stagnating or struggling for breakthroughs, step away from your monitor and take some time away from the screen to relax and regroup. Experts recommend taking up to 6 breaks over the course of an 8-hour workday.