Working from home is a great perk of a normally 9-5 job, but for some of us it is our reality, so whether you are just home for the day or you have a full-time in-home office like me (and 54+ million other Americans) we all face one major problem throughout our day, distraction. It surrounds us in the form of kids, the cat, the dog, your bestie snapchatting you, Netflix or just the recipe you found of Pinterest you are suddenly hungry for. As the queen of ‘dog and squirrel syndrome’ I have curated 10 ways you can routinely reduce your distraction and boost your productivity.
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Jessica Roessler
4/15/2018 08:48:19 pm
Jocelyn is very helpful and available to me when ever I have a question orneed something! She has worked very hard to get to where she is today and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for her.
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:51:31 am
You are way too sweet! Glad I can help.
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4/16/2018 05:23:40 am
Great tips! I am a big fan of productivity and love the tip about accountability! Rose @ Our House of Love
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:51:12 am
Accountability is at the root of most problems. Once that hurdle is crossed nothing can stop you!
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4/16/2018 05:33:14 am
I think the "don't stay in PJs tip" is for me. These are good tips; I've found that to have accountability partners help.
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:50:34 am
Reach out! Have a core 3 or 5 people that I consistently talk with to keep me on track. I am happy to do the same for others.
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Tiffany
4/16/2018 07:09:12 am
Google Drive...what a great suggestion! I've been working off a flash drive and feel i need to make a move :)
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:49:37 am
Oh girl! Step into the 21st century with me! If you need help just reachout!
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4/16/2018 08:00:06 am
I need to follow the get out of the house thing more for sure!!
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:49:08 am
I honestly love coffee shops because they don't judge you for sitting there for hours! :)
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4/16/2018 08:05:08 am
Act as though you "don't" work at home!
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:48:28 am
Pretty much! Your livelihood depends on being motivated and efficient. Just like a regular job!
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Erin Haugerud
4/16/2018 10:43:34 am
These are good tips! I get asked a ton how I manage my time - it's a lot of discipline
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:47:31 am
Discipline is a great word!
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:47:04 am
Ya I agree. I was 100% unprepared but once you find what works for you you do get in a groove.
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4/17/2018 01:17:39 am
I always stay in my pj's! Whoops. I do find that when I get ready for the day and workout beforehand, I feel much more productive. It also helps for me to have a set schedule.
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:46:20 am
Yes the set schedule is definitely a mindset thing! Try a schedule, I am a fan of paper but Google calendar works just as well!
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Great list. #2 and #3 are awesome and ring so true for me! I love the idea of being intentional about getting out of my pj’s so I can handle my FB Lives in a more presentable light and getting out of the house - so I’m not stuck in a rut or distracted by the “every day” life.
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:45:26 am
It is so important to be welcoming and yet comfy with your marketing. There definitely is a fine line between this is me and now I know too much about you. Ha happy video making!
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:41:50 am
Yes my exercise ball is my bestfriend.
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:41:21 am
Yes, yes, yes! Even if it is just browsing my local thrift store I find I am more ready for creativity afterwards.
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4/17/2018 11:04:22 am
These are really great tips to keep yourself focus while working from home.
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:40:13 am
So glad your found them insightful.
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:39:47 am
What a great idea! I never have tried that I definitely will though!
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4/17/2018 02:49:40 pm
Great tips, I think I would struggle with distraction working from home.
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:39:14 am
It most definitely has it's learning curve, but once you get the hang of it it is so freeing!
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 07:38:31 am
Oh! I totally agree. I find buying comfy work clothes is the best option for me!
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4/17/2018 10:57:10 pm
There are super-fab tips! I soooooo need to build in some workout time! I'm trying, but it often escapes me. Thanks for sharing!
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 08:57:46 pm
I wish I had a good quick workout to share with you, but I haven't found one that I can stick to either. ;)
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Kelsey
4/18/2018 05:56:20 am
These are great tips! I have a home office, but I find myself doing a lot of work on the couch and I need to stop! I'm so much more productive when I'm sitting at a desk.
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 08:58:21 pm
I totally do that too! And then I get sore, and then turn on Judge Judy. Bad haha
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4/18/2018 08:02:54 am
I definitely have to work on getting out of the house more and meal prepping. I don't have an issue with bad snacking but sometimes I spend too much time cooking lunch and then it's hard for me to get back into the groove lol
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 09:00:42 pm
I find meal prepping definitely keeps me on track, plus my hubby likes it too.
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Bailey
4/18/2018 08:04:03 am
It's so important to get out of pjs (she says while sitting in her pjs on the couch). But seriously, it's a game changer.
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 09:01:23 pm
I am answering this in my PJs but yes there is definitely a time and place!
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4/18/2018 09:11:29 am
YES YES to all this!! Getting out and managing time are my two things to work on!
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 09:03:15 pm
Those two go hand in hand!
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4/18/2018 09:27:49 am
These are awesome tips. I'm pinning to read once a week. lol
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 09:14:55 pm
That is exactly what I want to hear!
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 09:03:56 pm
Oh yes! Help your eyes out use your computer!
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4/18/2018 04:59:18 pm
These are great ideas. I think you are spot-on. I especially think getting out of your pjs and having a dedicated work-space is very important.
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 09:14:10 pm
Glad you found it helpful! Stop back for this week's blog on Friday!
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4/18/2018 08:25:23 pm
My two biggest take-aways from this are: 1. Don't stay in my PJ's, and 2. Add an exercise routine. I flake out on both of those all the time, even though I know they will help my productivity. Great reminders!
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/18/2018 09:15:55 pm
Girl you and me both!
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/23/2018 08:36:22 am
Get it girl!
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Jocelyn Kopac
4/23/2018 08:36:59 am
I totally agree! It gets little hard in the Wisconsin winter, but as soon as Spring hits I am out and about!
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