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Hi, folks!
I don’t know about you, but after the holidays are officially over I have to re-adjust my daily schedule. The holidays are for spending time with your family, creating memories, and setting goals for the new year. But, once that New Year arrives – you really gotta get your booty in gear. And for that, coffee is absolutely necessary. I absolutely love my morning coffee with NESTLรยฎ Coffee-mateยฎ natural blissยฎ Hazelnut.
I don’t know about you – but for me, having coffee first thing in the morning is just what I need to start my day. Just ask my husband, you definitely don’t want to see me without it! I love NESTLรยฎ Coffee-mateยฎ natural blissยฎ because it’s not overly sweet like most coffee creamers. It’s made with all-natural flavors and has just the right hint of sweetness to complete your cup of morning joe. I pour in just a bit, then add my coffee, stir, and enjoy. ๐
After I have my first cup of coffee, I head up to my office with a re-fill and get to work. Working from home definitely has its advantages and disadvantages. The number one disadvantage is keeping organized and keeping yourself on track.
Here are some tips that help me get back to balance:
- Invest in a good planner: For me personally, I need a planner to schedule my day – I’d absolutely be lost without it! And my planner needs lots of writing space. I like to take lots of notes when working and need to be able to reference them at a moments notice.
- Have a cup of coffee nearby at all times: Preferably with NESTLรยฎ Coffee-mateยฎ natural blissยฎ because – hey, ya gotta stay fueled.
- Make Lists: Each day before I even start working, I make a list of everything that needs to get accomplished that day. I arrange it by priority so I am making sure that all of the time-sensitive items get completed and if anything is left, it’s something with a low priority level.
- Listen to noise: I don’t say music, I say noise. I find that I can concentrate on any task much better when I have coffeehouse noises in the background – or any kind of white noise. I have a few apps on my phone that I use for this and it’s a life-saver!
- Stay Motivated: In my workspace I have various motivational prints hanging from a piece of twine. I like to be pumped about what I’m doing and encouraging words help encourage me when needed.
Now, who’s ready to get to work?
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These are great tips. Success is more about balance than anything else. You have to balance all aspects of your life. When one area gets too heavy, you’ll fall over.
I agree with what Krystal said here. It’s hard too, to find that balance sometimes. And I agree with you that writing things down helps a ton (and I need lots of writing room for notes too).
I’m ready! This week I’ve spent trying to declutter my office and get revamped up for the new year. So far I have my planner…and half a desk ๐
Your desk space looks a lot like mine. I think that’s why I like it ๐
Those are some great tips. Thank you for the post
Nestle Sweet Cream, hands down a must for coffee! PS I love your planner, where did you get it?
I just realized ever since I have started the year – I never had a coffee yet lol. (it makes sense why I have been having all of these headaches now lol)
I love your tips! I crave balance in all areas of my life and it’s easy to let my work life spill over into my personal life because I blog full time from home. I am such a believer in the noise too!!! I actually keep the 80’s Sirius channel going all day while I work. It does keep me motivated and focused.
I love your tips and un-cluttering our lives is a great step to take in 2015. We all have other goals but that one is huge.
I have to change my schedule all the time because my husband works at 2 hospitals and so his weeks differ all the time. Since he works 12 hour shifts, he doesn’t work 5 days a week like most people. It makes working from home such a challenge. This year I want to continue to grow YUM eating so I have been making a goal list and trying to get my planner in tip-top shape.
Hazelnut is my most favorite coffee! ๐
These are great tips. Thank you! It can hard to find a good balance. My planner is my best friend. So much that it was even my first blog post of the year.
I have been working at home since 2002, and I normally bounce right back with effortless ease after the holidays. However, it was hard this time around! I think it was mostly because my schedule was hectic and overwhelming that my brain needed a break. ~lol~ You’re right – investing a good planner is ideal. Some people find music to be motivating when it comes to work, but I have always found it to be very distracting. However, noises such as nature sounds (plenty of videos like this on YouTube) helps me concentrate much better. ๐
I need to start making lists. It would help me be sure i did not forget to do something.
I can’t wait until I can have more time to get some stuff done. My planner is on the way and I’m itching to put it to use! So much to do!
Great tips! I’ve spent the last two weeks getting organized and getting rid of clutter in the house. It feels great and I’m definitely getting #BackToBalance! Of course, I couldn’t do any of it without my coffee. #client