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Balancing Act

Maintaining a Work Life Balance While Working from Home

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Language:  English
Some may see working from home as an easier option, but in reality, the opposite can be true if you don’t set up some good practices to keep work and life in balance.
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In the past, working from home may only have been available for a few people under exceptional circumstances. The onset of lockdown in March 2020 brought about a huge culture change. Working from home was no longer an exception; it became the norm for many. Some may see working from home as an easier option, but in reality, the opposite can be true if you don’t set up some good practices to keep work and life in balance.This book highlights some of the challenges of working from home, while providing practical suggestions to ensure your work and life feel balanced and manageable.

About the Author

Rebecca Norton is an experienced Life & Well-being coach, trainer and workshop facilitator who has worked from home for several years. She brings a wealth of experience, having worked in the community and voluntary sectors as well as teaching. As a keen outdoor enthusiast Rebecca regularly uses the outdoors and walking as a medium to enhance the impact of her coaching. She is particularly interested in helping people find a work life balance that suits them and their current circumstances – reiterating that priorities change over time.

  1. What does Balance mean to you?
    1. How balanced does life feel now?
    2. What does ‘balance’ mean to you?
  2. Habits & Routines
    1. Why are habits and routines important?
    2. How to create and maintain habits and routines
    3. How to break ‘bad’ habits
  3. Creating your own Workspace
    1. Setting up a workspace conducive to productivity
    2. Being efficient
  4. Managing Distractions
    1. Keeping focused
    2. Children, partners and pets
    3. Other distractions
  5. Health
    1. Posture and work space
    2. Staying active
    3. Looking after your wellbeing
    4. Switching off
  6. Staying Connected
    1. Communicating with your line manager
    2. Feeling part of the team
    3. Social support
  7. Using your Time Effectively
    1. Prioritising
    2. Time management tips
    3. Monitoring work time
  8. Putting it into Practice
  • References
About the Author

Rebecca Norton