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How to Limit Distractions When You Work From Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Working from home doesn’t really help the situation, since the line between work and other things can be blurred very easily. Here are some ideas for limiting distractions when you work from home: Create a Work-Only Space. Finally, prioritize your work. Prioritize.

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How to Be an Organized Blogger

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Most of these blocks include time management and organization. Being a freelance blogger is all about being organized and using your time wisely. It’s easy to get distracted when you work from home. There’s mindless television on at all hours, and then the regular events at home can get in the way.

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Want Increased Productivity? Try Waking Up Early

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When I wake up, I need a good 30 minutes to either watch tv or scroll through Facebook and e-mail. I need to do something easy while my mind slowly rises from its still sleepy state to a productive, awake state. When I start working in the morning, I sit on our couch which is adjacent to a sliding glass door out to our backyard.

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4 Ways to Re-Claim Some Free Time

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

There was an episode of The Office I watched, in which one of the characters was so excited that he was able to save a few minutes here and there by brushing his teeth in the shower. Perhaps you work 20 minutes from home, but your kid’s daycare is 15 minutes away from your work. Get Organized'

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Want Better Productivity? Stop Multi-Tasking!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

One of the things I used to tell my mom was that, of course I could do my homework while watching TV. What works for you? 7 Time Management Tips That will Help You Work Efficiently 12 Ways to Increase Your Productivity Are You Cut Out For Working From Home? Get Organized'

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5 Eco-Friendly Tips for the Workplace

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Whether by bus, trolley, train or auto, the need to get to work hits everyone hard in a depressed economy. Join us in exploring ways to implement eco-friendly work from home tips, or to become more cost-effective working outside the home. Eco-Friendly Ways to Work. The Work-From-Home Solution.

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How to Simplify Your Life to Make it Better

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

It claimed that a clean workspace improved productivity and gave the illusion of being in control and on top of work tasks. Apparently there are some simple rules when it comes to de-cluttering and re-organizing your work space. Do I need it on my work space? Do you have an old TV lurking anywhere that is never watched?

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