Any tips that you have for working from home? Comment below and let me know! P.S. watch my video on how to create a morning routine HERE: kzread.info/dash/bejne/q32sxJV8ls_ahM4.html

@dorothyhennessy8295

5 жыл бұрын

I like to set my phone for hourly breaks to stretch, get a drink, visit the loo etc, and refocus.

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

@@dorothyhennessy8295 good idea. Thanks for sharing! What's a "loo"? ;)

@dorothyhennessy8295

5 жыл бұрын

@@ChandlerBoltOfficial Hi Chandler...kn NZ a 'loo' is slang for a toilet. Haha!

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

@@dorothyhennessy8295haha! got it

@DaleStrickland

4 жыл бұрын

Aside from personal/lifestyle things, I'm conscious about cybersecurity. Password manager, MFA, and not working with sensitive data when on a public wifi network

Chandler hits the nail on the head in describing the challenges and difficulties in professionals making the transition to working from home full time.

Avoiding distractions and knowing when work starts and stops are the things I need to work on most.

Great video! I homeschooled for 18 years. I found out very early on that I had to set boundaries with family, friends and acquaintances regarding "work/school" time otherwise people figured we could be available at a drop of a hat. I never answered my phone during school time. I continue this today as I have transitioned to a writer. I appreciate your explanations on a stand-up desk. I had been contemplating one and you explained many benefits that I had not thought of before. I always appreciate how your videos are full of great practical information with no fluff! Keep them coming!

Awesome tips! Pretty much how I’ve been operating for sometime now.

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Biggest takeaway?

I started working from home five years ago, so there were so many things I can relate to. The advice on chairs was very helpful. Work healthy is the most important thing. So, I'll consider investing in chairs!

I really enjoyed the don’t let your office be your bedroom. You stopped me from making the mistake

Stand up desk has been a game changer and this was a great reminder to use it more

Yes, these are so important! My wife and I have been working on the road and from home for the last 3 years and we are in a situation now where we are breaking almost all of the most important rules or principles you point out. Desk in the bedroom. Bad lighting. Crazy irregular hours. And, so much more. My wife has been super busy and she has been basically scheduling work calls and getting tasks done at all hours of the day for about a year now. It is really difficult. I am going to have to sit down with her and go over all the elements included herein (many of which I have already been asking for) and figure out a way for us to improve so our businesses and working from home situation can sustain itself. Thank you for the clear breakdown and suggestions, Chandler. Very helpful, indeed!

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Avoiding distractions is one of the most difficult challenges for me. Sometimes it's hard to tell the difference between an opportunity and a temptation. Great advice on setting boundaries, especially the part where you say, "If you're halfway working all the time, you're not really working. But you're also not really resting." And the stand-up desk is a great idea!

This is perfect timing for me to hear this. I’m drastically downsizing from a house I’ve lived in for 42 years to a two-bedroom apartment, in which one bedroom can be a dedicated office. This is an opportune time to simplify and declutter. I’m thinking also of which of the two rooms gets the most natural light. I’ll be moving within the next few months, right at a time when I am trying to focus on finishing writing my first self-published book. Actually, the more I declutter, the more freed up my mind gets. It’s quite exhilarating to think “new” set-up and new tools. Thanks so much! This is awesome, and I’ve heard just half of it so far!

Love this! I love the concept of putting your goals/vision board in front of your workspace. It’s so important to be reminded of what you’re working toward.

Chandler is so right on the importance of having a mobile setup. So often we have to work “on the go.” Having a good way to work wherever you have to be in crucial. Great advice!

Chandler seems to know what he is doing and seems real and friendly. Enjoy his video

I liked Chandler's tips on avoiding distractions. I've been working from home for years now and the biggest challenge that I have is avoiding or controlling distractions from my family and friends.

Chandler, I worked from home for many years, in part to be available for my special needs son after school. You have some great ideas. When he was young, I often split my day, working while he was t school,then after his bedtime so I could catch up with West Coast clients. After my elderly dad moved into our home, I was also able to be there for emergencies but also have lunch with him o the deck. Wish I had done the standing desk all those years ago!!!

I found every piece of advice within the video extremely helpful, but I found that the bit of information in regards to avoiding distractions by setting boundaries such as a do not disturb sign the most helpful.

Wow! 1. I never thought of having my own workspace. I work off the dining room table. I also LOVE the idea of having scheduled do not disturb time as well as getting dressed for work. Thank you!

I love the advice to set boundaries and, more importantly, to communicate about those boundaries with the significant people in your life! Great stuff Chandler!

I think there is some really great advice here. I think the key thing you mentioned for me it that you need to treat it like a proper job by dressing right and having a separate room to work.

Setting boundaries is SO important. For others and for yourself! It's so easy to get sucked back in or distracted when your home space and work space are the same.

I like to move from my home office to the dining room, which overlooks the street. I love this video.

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Susan! Biggest takeaway from the video?

Love it!! Agree with so much of this! For your second bucket - I also like to keep my personal phone on silent during the day! :) Gamechanger !

I like that Chandler is always doing his best to add value to everyone of us.

having a conversation with the people you love!! setting those boundaries early on that is not "why are you bothering me?" blowup will be key for me! Thanks!

Thanks for sharing this! The stand-up desk was a huge take away but also setting boundaries was another huge takeaway.

Making boundaries. With me being a single mom and having kids it's hard to get the kids to understand time I may need to myself. However, when I do decide to work from home I will definately consider the options that would best work in my favor

This video would have helped me many years ago. I quit my job in 1995 and installed my "office" in my bedroom. That first changed in 2001, when my husband and I bought two connected houses and decided to make one of them our office. We had no idea that it would make such a difference. Another thing I recommend, and which I do now, is to set a fixed time to stop working. I stop working every day at 5 pm. This was hard to begin with because I love my work. And remember to take at least one day off per week.

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

Good tips!

This is a fantastic video and so are Chandler's books. He's extremely smart, personable, and has obviously read everything intelligent about working from home, internet marketing, and business. This is one up and coming entrepreneur we can all learn from!!

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words!

Honestly, the ergonomic stuff is what really resonates. Too often we are willing to hunch over laptops, and I think halts our productivity without us realizing it.

Distractions! It’s crazy how they creep up and take over. It’s frustrating because I’m better than that.

I like the deep work park! To set up clear boundaries is also very important. And last but not least the body posture while working is so very, very, very important!!! THX, G

Wow. I could seriously make a living working and writing from home!

Working office set is critical. Have used standup desk for 30 years. With couches in office for visitors and reading. And that power nap. Thanks for keeping us all excited about our futures.

Great video. I've been working from home for 8 months and hadn't considered a stand-up desk! I'll definitely be looking into this. Thanks, Chandler!

Never thought about wearing work clothes at home, to be more productive. Definitely trying out that.

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

Let me know how it goes!

Love this topic, Chandler! Been on your list for some time now and enjoy the inspiration and content. This video was an awesome reminder on what's possible for everyone. And a perfect video to share to my audience 👌🏻 😊

I always tried to find the way to work from home, never found the way and ended thinking that it was impossible. But you, Chandler, you make it so easy that I want to try again now. Thank you, pal. Keep on the good work

I tried the stand-up desk a while back and it's amazing! I have a back injury and the ability to work standing up has changed my life. At the moment I don't have the ability to get a lot of natural day light in my home office, but in few months that's going to change and I'm sure it's going to make a huge difference for me :)

I love the idea of having a great set-up in a room with natural light. Also I love the idea of having set boundaries while working at home!

Great tips, Chandler! I’ve been writing from home for 15 years now and my back & neck are really suffering as a result. I think it’s time for a new set up! I also like how you change clothes when you’re done “working.” I can’t ever shut off that “working” mindset.

Working From Home video was helpful. A couple of new ideas I hadn't thought of. Biggest takeaway was having your office partable and packable when you go on the road. Thank you Chandler

As one who has both worked from home and from an office for several years, I was surprised at the number of good ideas and concepts presented in the video. I have friends who use the variable height desk and they love it. Looks like I need to try one too. The idea of keeping you goals in front of you all of the time is an excellent one, wherever your office is located. These are just a couple of the great ideas I got from this video. Thanks for making it!

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Curt! Stay tuned for more videos (and hopefully more surprises lol)

I've watched this 2× now and believe I've gleaned a lot out of it and will watch a few more times. The things I 1stly want to comment on is the practicality side. As I've already got a crook back n neck in so glad you addressed the issues of the desk, computer, and chair. I was told by my physio to even have my mobile phone at eye sight so I wasn't continually bending my neck down to look at the screen. It will take me a little while to get a good work place like you've got Chandler but love love love the insights gleaned from your experience at such a young age. (Im 62) Thankyou.

Work From Home gave me some new ideas I hadn't thought of. The takeaway that meant the most was a prepared, packable, portable office pack that goes with you. Thank you Chandler

Thanks so much for this! I use a fair few of the tips mentioned on here already, but now I have a couple more to add to my repertoire.

Love the 3 bucket analogy. I have a good ergo chair due to my physical issues. Boundaries are a big key. Have 2nd bedroom set up as an office. Lov idea about changing clothes & background.Great tip for backpack for office on the go.

Boundaries - for me, for my family, for my friends, etc. - though not completely new, the aspects of making it 'intentional' to all stood out as top priority for me.

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

"Boundaries" is a great book as well

Just did a post on what I wanted to do for my health this coming year and I made the point to spend less time sitting and working on the computor but with your tips of a standing desk and the levels for you laptops plus wireless mouse and keyboard means I can still do the work I want but not spend all that time sitting rather hunched over my computer. Thanks so much for the tips!

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

I’m pumped to hear about Chandler’s goal setting and morning routine advice! I feel like this is an area I could really use some help with

Thank you. There are so many useful ideas on this video. Standing desk is really important. I can feel my back's hurting from sitting down way too much. I love the idea of vision board too. I am definitely setting it up for this year.

Wow -- I love the ideas you had for the ultimate office setup, especially the vision board in front and a great background for video calls, etc. Now to just add some Feng Shui! Thanks, Chandler.

Can’t wait to see these videos!!

The tips on setting boundaries was enlighten. I liked how you shared about one of your friends who got up early and started his day with family support put out his do not distribute sign at 11 and his work end at 1 which gave him family time. So many good tips I also like tip not having your office in your bedroom if possible separating relaxation from work and wearing work others then changing to other more casual clothing after work. I got a lot of good advice and tips from this video

Office set-up, elimination of distractions and a set-up that can travel with the writer-all are very important and convincingly outlined.

Thank you for this video. I found really good tips in it. Especially the one that separating your bedroom from your office. I’ve never thought of that. 🙏🏼

Before watching this video, I'd begun to determine the same this that you talk about. It really makes a difference as to how the work space is set up. Thank you, it really helps me.

I think my biggest takeaway is that if I really want to do something, then I can do it. Your videos and your tutorials helped me write my first book - "The Count's Emerald", and it has a very great success. Thanks for all that you do, and keep on the good work!

I like the idea of setting boundaries with family and friends about interrupting you during working hours.

So important to set boundaries with work! Love the "set start time and set stop time."

Keeping on task is so very important. If you can eliminate those distractions and keep moving forward, it's half the battle.

Distractions! And finding time (kinda the same thing). Those are my Achilles heel!!

Thanks for the reminder to have your goals and vision posted where you can see them all the time. Also love the idea of a traveling desk setup thanks.

Working from home is a dream come true. Wish I would have had the benefit of this video a long time ago. I work from home and did not establish boundaries for the hours. I was never "Off" always "On" and never had a chance to unwind or "Close" the door. Years later, I realize that the fault was mine and it is hard to establish hours once people are used to you always being "On"

Being someone that has worked from home since I was 18 I can totally relate to this! My takeaways are: 1. The goals and vision board, that's something that would help me fuel my day! 2. The working clothes. I've never thought of that, I work in my pajamas all day. Happy with that but it can be a sign both for myself and other people. 3. I was surprised by the fact that other people think you don't do anything and want to control your schedule. That's controlled now that I have no friends (LOL) but that's a theme every now and then. Thanks for the Value

Chandler, that was bloody brilliant. Thank you. So many tips. It made me think of keeping my current desk set up but also creating new one in my lounge for daytime natural light. I will look into stand up desk. YOur set up looks amazing, and tad scary, as I have no idea of modern technology, but your videos are reassuring. One step at a time. My biggest take away was setting up boundaries and respecting my work time, and getting dressed for work! Im actually going to go out and buy myself specific clothes to wear to the office. Love it. You rock.

Really appreciated the details about setting up your home office - especially the emphasis on having a desk and chair that work well. Also appreciated the ideas for setting boundaries!

The most important thing for me in order to be able to work from home is how to avoid distractions and the tips about working on a schedule and changing to work clothes are very good tips!

Put on work clothes; make a Firm Start and a Firm Stop for my own brain to keep me engaged in my office and know when its time to be "off" even though the office is in the house. Also - consider a stand up desk for the future... Insightful, clear, practical. Thank you Chandler

Great tips Chandler. I have implemented most of them but I really need to work on the posture portion to minimize fatigue. My favorite is my go bag. I’m always grabbing it as I head out the door and it makes traveling easy. I keep all the necessary stuff in it so I don’t forget anything I need when on the go. Thanks for the info.

I always struggle with actually getting stuff done efficiently with the distractions so I found this video interesting and very helpful.

I work from home (I have for decades now) and all three tips are valid, sure! I think another would be one's daily schedule, keyed into one's circadian rhythms. As an alternative to Wifi (which trashes your mitochondria); instead, it could be a wired network.

CB, you hit the nail right on the head, thank you!

Thankfully, the early morning is free from distractions to get my writing done every day. Thanks for the advice on the use of desks and screens.

The part about setting boundaries with your family was super insightful for me, because that has been a challenge.

loves the tips on eliminating distractions. My husband and I work from home together and we definitely need to put these in place. Thanks Chandler!

Thanks Chandler. Handling distractions is a real issue. Thanks for addressing

Scheduling time with distractions. Always a great source of information!!!

Great tips. Coaching friends and family to respect the work time is important and difficult.

High-quality office (and equipment) is important since I'll be spending a lot of time at home. Vision board is great for inspiration, too!

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, Mimi!

Oh my gosh this is so helpful! I am in the process of transitioning form full time work to working from home this year, and boundaries have been one of my biggest fears. I have been so nervous because I get distracted easily and wasn't sure how I'd go about making sure that when I trnasistioned, I would still be as efficient as I was previously. This advise is priceless, will definitely be using it going forward!

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Good luck in your new gig

While this video was intended for people who work from home I found all of the tips in this video applicable to my job away from home. I need to make my work space better for me physically such as the good chair and stand-up desk. I am constantly distracted and interrupted and do not have an office door so setting "do not disturb" times would be very beneficial. I can think of other ways as well to apply this video to life in general any time you have something you want to accomplish. Great video!

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

Handling distractions is definitely one of my biggest issues! Thank you for action steps I'll actually be able to utilize!

I liked the part about having a conversation about boundaries.

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

4 жыл бұрын

great to hear!

Eoxcellent video! I particularly like the idea of working from a naturally sunlit room. Right now, my workspace is carved out of a corner of a dark, fluorescent-lit basement. Sometimes I feel like a mole 🐀 . It’s no wonder I occasionally have difficulty motivating myself. I’m going to work on moving my office space up to a sun-lit room. I know just the right spot! Thanks so much for taking the time to make this video!

Good stuff! Totally agree on the stand-up desk. It is a must. I like the suggestion of searching out sales of companies going out of business of other essentials.

Thanks for sharing you wisdom. Removing the distractions from my work is the most important principle I need to implement.

I like the whiteboard idea for keeping monthly goals in front of you. I don't have a real good office setup at this point, but will take your suggestions and work on getting those set up (especially the stand-up desk).

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

Great! Let me know how it goes once you get the new office setup

I believe that I can do this so I am going to try it I want to thank you Chandler for making this video it will help me out a lot!

This stuff makes a lot of sense. Needing to be disciplined and separating work and life... Vital!

This has been such an amazing informational video in such a brief amount of time- 💥 Powerful! Thanks so much Chandler!!!

Such an important video! Working from home is becoming the new norm now. In this video Chandler gives some crucial tips that come from his own experience to help you be successful.

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Courtney! Hope you're well

Solid video. Thank you. I need to commit to set start and end times. I tend to just keep working if everything isn’t done yet. Getting myself to stop when I’m in the middle of something is super tough... and there’s always more things I can think of to get done than I can actually do ha.

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. haha same! I've found it helpful to elicit the help of a spouse, roommate, significant other to help you stay accountable to an end time

Love it. Especially enjoyed the ergonomics lesson. Now I need to keep my eyes open for a Hermann Miller chair and a stand up desk.

Great video! I have been working remotely for the last two years and have a similar video. Using these tips greatly improves you experience. Thanks!

Solid tips and advice as always! Grateful for your guidance and sharing your expertise!!! Blessings!

tip #2 was such an eye opener! I realize now that I haven't been getting much work done because I've never set any boundaries. No more! Such good advice for 2019 when I launch my business. Also, I need that chair :)

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

There's a great book called "Boundaries" that talks more in depth on this. We're reading it this month for our company book club

thank you for your precious advices ... natural light and how get away from distractions best ever ...I cannot wait to quit my job and working from home

Really great, helpful video as always Chandler! Love the create a setup that travels section. I also just finished reading "Published" and am really really excited about creating my business as a writer in the new year! Thanks for all you do and Happy new year! :-)

@ChandlerBoltOfficial

5 жыл бұрын

YES!! Excited for you. Feel free to book a call with us to see if/how we can help with your book: self-publishingschool.com/apply

Thank you, Chandler you always give your best stuff very helpful video I learn a ton. Me personally as a mother of 4 what I do I wake up at 4 AM and try to do the most important early before they wake up.My biggest take away is try to have natural light and set boundaries before you start. Pray for you to have more wisdom in other to change more lives.