In 2026, it's not uncommon for the average person to work from home at least once a week. After COVID-19 and the technological advancements which came with this period, working from home became the norm, meaning that even after the pandemic, when people could reenter the workplace, many companies chose to undertake remote or hybrid work.
For many, this change was positive and was welcomed by office workers and teachers alike. Not only could they be more flexible with their everyday schedules, but the dreaded commute time was completely abolished, which for many was the worst part of the day, leading to a higher rate of employee satisfaction. However, working from home is not all sunshine and rainbows, as it also comes with a handful of challenges. Although employees may feel happier in general, work quality can suffer over time, depending on the type of person.
This has put pressure on many business owners and managers, and even those who work from home, as they want them and their workforce to remain productive, even when at home. However, with so many distractions and some people not suited to working in an at home environment is can be hard to know how to adjust your surroundings.
This is where this blog aims to help, offering 3 easy at-home adjustments for those working from home to make working from home easier and so you can feel productive in your own space.
Optimise your desk ergonomics
Proper body alignment reduces muscle strain and prevents back or neck pain during long shifts and long hours on the computer. This means adjusting your chair height so that your elbows are at a 90-degree angle, resting so that your hips are also at a 90-degree angle and your knees are bent at a 90-degree angle. If your hair is too high and you can not move it, then think about adding a box under your feet to adjust your knees to prevent knee pain and ensure that there is a 90-degree angle.
Establish dedicated work boundaries
Working from your sofa, bed or family spaces can blur the lines between work and home life. This is where many professionals who work from home should create themselves a dedicated working space, where they can work away from their normal home life, especially if they work in a job such as phone answering service. There are many sizes with those working from home facing burnout, and dividing these spaces can help with this, so you can actually relax when it comes to logging off.
Optimising lighting
Unlike when in an office, lighting at home can be less than optimal and can start to affect your health. As many homes are poorly lit, it can cause eye strain, especially if you are looking at your computer for 9 hours a day. This is why you should position your desk near a window to make the most of natural light, help to reduce eye strain, and boost your productivity