{"id":79545,"date":"2022-11-27T01:02:48","date_gmt":"2022-11-27T01:02:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/?p=79545"},"modified":"2025-04-14T03:42:32","modified_gmt":"2025-04-14T03:42:32","slug":"working-from-home-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/working-from-home-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Working From Home Checklist For Employers With Hybrid Teams"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\n<p>A remote employee&#8217;s home is considered a workplace. You, as their employer, owe them a duty of care, and a work-from-home checklist helps you meet your workplace health and safety obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your business can be held responsible for injuries your employees suffer at home while carrying out work-related duties. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A work-from-home checklist becomes a piece of evidence should you need to demonstrate that you have audited the employee&#8217;s home office and taken reasonable steps to prevent an injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>(Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/ergonomic-hazards\/\">Ergonomic Hazards: The Toll Of Poor WFH Ergonomics<\/a>).<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Does The Work From Home Checklist Work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You must request that all employees who work from home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Complete<\/strong> the checklist below.<\/li><li><strong>Return<\/strong> it to their supervisor or a designated person within the organisation.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You, as the employer, must permanently store the checklist on the employee&#8217;s personnel file.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Important!<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">Your organisation must take steps to address any issues and risks that the employee identifies on the work from home checklist.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Download The Work From Home Checklist For Employers.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Click the image below to view and download the checklist in PDF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/working-from-home-checklist.pdf\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"790\" src=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/working-from-homr-checklist-1024x790.jpg\" alt=\"working from home checklist\" class=\"wp-image-82499\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/working-from-homr-checklist-1024x790.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/working-from-homr-checklist-300x232.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/working-from-homr-checklist-768x593.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/working-from-homr-checklist-1536x1186.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/working-from-homr-checklist.jpg 1640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Click The Image To Download The Checklist As PDF).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7 Wellbeing &amp; Productivity Tips For WFH Employees.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to using the checklist above, your employees can take several steps to make their workplace more ergonomic and comfortable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tips below offer a step-by-step roadmap for employees who wish to elevate their work-from-home environment further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/best-accounting-software-for-small-business\/\">Best WFH Freelancer Accounting Software<\/a>).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:55px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Set Aside A Dedicated Workspace.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Set a specific space in the home to work from and avoid working from the bed or the couch. Instead, make it a ritual to work in the same &#8220;work space&#8221; at all times. Our tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Choose<\/strong> a quiet spot where you will be (mostly) undisturbed.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Choose<\/strong> flat surfaces to support your posture &#8211; this can be the dining table if you live alone, a desk in your bedroom, or a corner of the living room with a pop-up desk.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Set aside<\/strong> a spare room as a home office (if you have room to spare).<\/li><li><strong>Fill the space<\/strong> with things that inspire you &#8211; a plant, an art print or a nice-smelling oil diffuser.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Expert Tip.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">Have you considered <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/coworking-spaces-sydney\/\">working from a coworking space<\/a> once per week? This adds variety to your workweek and helps you not feel like you&#8217;re always stuck at home.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:55px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Improve Workstation Ergonomics.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Equip yourself with tools and office accessories that make enhance workplace ergonomics. Some essentials are below, but as you work, you may realise you need other items &#8211; adjust as you go:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong style=\"color: initial; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif;\">Second<\/strong><span style=\"color: initial; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif;\"> screen\/monitor<\/span> with an adjustable monitor arm.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/best-ergonomic-office-chair\/\"><strong>Comfortable<\/strong> ergonomic chair<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Desk<\/strong> (better yet, <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/best-standing-desk-australia\/\">one that goes up and down<\/a>!)<\/li><li><strong>Headphones<\/strong> or earphones, preferably noise-cancelling.<\/li><li><strong>Wireless<\/strong> <strong>mouse<\/strong> and keyboard (if using a laptop).<\/li><li><strong>Cable<\/strong> ties and organisers for your cords (<a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/standing-desk-cable-management-tips\/\">read my top cable management tips<\/a>)<\/li><li><strong>File<\/strong> organiser\/trays.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/work-from-home-furniture\/\">9 Essential Furniture Pieces For Your Home Office<\/a>).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Important!<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">Consider glare reflections on your monitor. Set up your work facing towards windows (not underneath them) to reduce glare, or buy an anti-glare screen protector.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:55px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Organise Reliable Internet Connectivity.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A reliable internet connection is not a luxury but a need. When working from home, you must communicate with your team regularly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/best-website-hosting-providers-in-australia\/\">11 Best Website Hosting Providers In Australia<\/a>).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having calls drop out, video calls showing as blurry or lagging, or unsent\/unread emails due to lousy connection &#8211; is detrimental to your job performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you start working from home:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Research<\/strong> internet providers in your area.<\/li><li><strong>Compare<\/strong> pricing for download speed and data.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>If your current internet connection is reliable<\/strong>, consider upgrading for faster connectivity.<\/li><li><strong>Ask your employer<\/strong> if they can support your internet\/phone bill or provide an on-the-go modem.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In Australia, you can compare multiple broadband plans on Finder and look at the data of the best performers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accc.gov.au\/consumers\/telcos-and-internet\/broadband-performance-data\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:55px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Do A Safety Check.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When working from home, it becomes your responsibility to manage safety risks &#8211; there is no HR or building security to do this for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our tips for optimal home safety:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Consider<\/strong> all the accessways to your home and whether or not they are secure.<\/li><li><strong>Ensure<\/strong> there is sufficient lighting (not dark) and adequate ventilation.<\/li><li><strong>Test<\/strong> that heating and cooling devices are working correctly.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Check<\/strong> that all your electrical equipment is safe, including power cords, laptops, and outlets.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Install<\/strong> a safety switch, and do not overload your power outlet.<\/li><li><strong>Purchase<\/strong> surge protectors for your work devices.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Install<\/strong> a smoke detector.<\/li><li><strong>Know<\/strong> where the fire extinguisher is and the nearest exit.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Keep<\/strong> a first aid kit near your workspace.<\/li><li><strong>Note<\/strong> your area&#8217;s emergency phone numbers in a visible location or pre-program them into your work phone.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Expert Tip.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">Set a reminder in your calendar to do a comprehensive safety check every quarter. This will ensure you are aware of any unforeseen changes.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:55px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Make A Movement Plan.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Setting boundaries when you do not need to travel from the office to home is challenging. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can quickly fall into the trap of working later\/starting earlier or taking fewer breaks if you do not carefully monitor your time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>We all know that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.colorado.edu\/health\/2021\/02\/11\/mental-health-moving-your-body#:~:text=The%20benefits%20of%20movement&amp;text=Here%20are%20just%20a%20few,emotions%20move%20through%20our%20bodies\">daily movement is vital for body and mind health<\/a>. <\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There are, however, increasing reports of a sedentary lifestyle &#8211; getting up and sitting at a desk and then going back to bed each day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This quickly becomes unhealthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you consciously set aside time to move your body, you will see many amazing benefits, plus improvement in your posture, mood, and work performance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Important!<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">Schedule in styles of movement you enjoy throughout the week, so you have variety in your schedule and look forward to it.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You might like to try the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Dance<\/strong> classes.<\/li><li><strong>Walking<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Yoga<\/strong> or pilates.<\/li><li><strong>Team<\/strong> sports (soccer, netball).<\/li><li><strong>Tennis<\/strong> or squash.<\/li><li><strong>Self<\/strong>&#8211;<strong>defence<\/strong> classes.<\/li><li><strong>Weight<\/strong> training at a local gym.<\/li><li><strong>Running<\/strong> in your neighbourhood.<\/li><li><strong>Soft<\/strong> sand running.<\/li><li><strong>Cycling<\/strong> at the gym or in a park.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Expert Tip.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">For those days when you just can\u2019t find the time &#8211; you can place a walking pad underneath your desk. And don&#8217;t forget to <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/proper-posture-at-computer\/\">sit with correct posture<\/a>!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:55px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Up The Cybersecurity.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easier to compromise sensitive data when working from home. Unlike working in the office, you likely won\u2019t have an IT team to handle all your woes and issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To start:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Research<\/strong> common <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyber.gov.au\/acsc\/individuals-and-families\/threats\">cybersecurity threats<\/a>.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Look<\/strong> <strong>into<\/strong> the best malware protection and secure online communication.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Ask<\/strong> your employer if they can protect your technology with additional software.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Research<\/strong> IT businesses locally that can set up essential processes\/software.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Ensure<\/strong> you know the risks and what steps to take to prevent compromising client or company data.<\/li><li><strong>Save<\/strong> your sensitive data and documents to external hard drives (not online or desktop) in the case of a security breach.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:55px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Stay In The Loop.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Much of the buzz of working in the office is connection &#8211; break room chats, meeting with clients for dinner, events, parties and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Working from home can rob you of the social aspect of work. It is easy to become disconnected from your professional network and miss events or updates.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/working-from-home-ideas-australia\/\">7 Career Ideas For Australians Working From Home<\/a>).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To prevent this:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Create an actionable plan<\/strong> to stay in touch with your team members &#8211; schedule catch-up time weekly\/fortnightly\/monthly.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>If you\u2019re a freelancer<\/strong> &#8211; find co-ops or co-working spaces.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Don\u2019t isolate yourself<\/strong> when WFH &#8211; engage in your local community events.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Sign up for industry news<\/strong> or \u2018town halls\u2019.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Take steps <\/strong>to <a href=\"https:\/\/resources.owllabs.com\/blog\/remote-networking\">retain and build your network<\/a> as a remote worker &#8211; reach out to those before waiting for them to reach out to you.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Thoughts About Working From Home.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Working from home is a fantastic opportunity to find balance, productivity, and enjoyment in your working life. It can be a freeing and cost-efficient work model that can increase work capacity while supporting mental health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to improve your WFH experience or prepare you for full-time remote working with our working-from-home checklist. Enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Steven<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>A remote employee&#8217;s home is considered a workplace. 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