TIPS TO STAYING PRODUCTIVE WORKING REMOTELY FOR LAWYERS

There’s a whole lot to say about being productive, but what does that really mean? For us being productive in the workplace, in a classic business sense, is an economic measurement of the process of creating goods and services. Productivity is the amount of output created by an individual, team, or organization related to the amount of input that went into it. The basic formula used to measure productivity is the output divided by the input.

The usual pep talk I give for those that care to listen include:

1. Make a reasonable to-do list
2. Set small goals for the tasks
3. Focus on one goal at a time
4. Stop multi-tasking
5. Find a method for delegating and following-up
6. Create a proactive dashboard
7. Pick one task and then do it
8. Time yourself (Don’t drag the meeting)
9. Group similar tasks together
10. Stay positive

 

In today’s remote work environment, there are things to consider to stay productive.

1. Establish Your Work space: – To be productive and organized while working from home, it’s important to have an established workspace. Not only will this space provide you with a designated area for storing your work-related documents and supplies, but it will also provide you with a mental cue that it is time to switch from relaxation mode to work mode. Here are some things to consider when creating a workspace within your home:

• Pick your spot:-Think about where you can work with the least amount of interruption.
• Lighting is important: – Natural lighting is extremely useful for those video conference calls.
• Keep it clean, decluttered space easily leads to a cluttered mind, systemize your files, use a filing system, a desk calendar, and appropriate tech tools to keep you organized and ahead of the game.

 

2. Create a Schedule: – Work can easily consume your personal life, especially when it’s done from home. That’s why it is extremely important to establish a healthy balance between the two. Set a schedule for yourself just as if you were leaving the house for work in the morning and returning in the evening. It will help you organize your workload and manage your time.

 

Take breaks throughout the day. Take the time to eat lunch or get outside for a walk. It can also be useful to spend some break time catching up with coworkers. Feelings of isolation are common when working from home. Interacting with colleagues can combat these feelings.

Establish boundaries for yourself and family members. Make it clear to everyone what you need when working, and don’t let yourself or them cross those boundaries. Constant interruptions can lead to poor productivity.

It’s also important to establish a time that you will stop working each day and try to stick with that as closely as possible. Work can easily pour over into your personal time when it is from the comfort of your own home. Do not let that happen. Allow yourself to clock out and enjoy your personal life.

 

3. Utilize Technology: – Even under normal circumstances, a successful law firm requires the use of effective technology. This is even more applicable when firm members are working remotely. To set yourself up for success in working from home, ensure your access to the legal technology you need to complete daily tasks.

 

REFERENCES

https://www.timesolv.com/blog/working-remotely-tips-for-effectively-working-from-home-in-2021/

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