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The Clutter Factor And Working From Home

How does clutter affect your ability to be productive while working from home? Learn a simple technique to eliminate the clutter and improve your productivity.

Author: Ellen Gaver

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Some people are comfortable with clutter. Some people feel at home in the midst of chaos. I am not one of those people. Clutter, to me, is a constant reminder of work undone, of a lack of solitude, a lack of balance. Clutter is oppressive. My favorite day of the year is the day of “de-Christmas-ing” my home. Don’t get me wrong…I love Christmas. I love the beautiful and magical way my home looks for about two weeks, but by the time December 28th rolls around, I’m done. As a matter of fact, I’m more than done. The “de-Christmas-ing” is a joyful process, and when I’m finished, I feel as though I can breathe….it must be Spring!

Those of us who work from home face many challenges when our home becomes our workplace as well. There are boundaries that need to be established so that work can be given the consistent attention it needs. There are always distractions abounding when working from home, and they key for me is to keep those distractions to a minimum. When the sink is piled high with dishes and laundry is overflowing, my ‘working’ mind tends to wander to the kitchen instead of having the clarity to stay focused on work.

Over the years, I have found that one of the most productive activities I can accomplish is a quick once-through the house in the morning to pick up and organize the clutter. The living room, the kitchen and my office are the main focus. Once those areas of the house are ‘picked up’ and ‘cleaned up’, I can focus on my work without the clutter creeping into my brain. That 15 or 20 minutes spent getting organized in the morning creates untold dividends throughout the rest of the day, and when work is done, I emerge to find a clutter-free zone that is peaceful and organized and ready to enjoy with my family!

About Author

Ellen Gaver lives on the Central Coast of California with her husband and their teenage son. Ellen is the founder of Slo County Moms, an organization dedicated to promoting health and wellness through education, and to mentoring men and women who desire to work from home. Committed to family balance and a healthy lifestyle, Ellen is passionate and helping others create the life they've imagined. http://www.SloCountyMoms.com

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