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If you're not used to it working
from home can be an adjustment

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and it can be especially
tough but not impossible

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if you don't have much
extra space how can you

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squeeze an inviting workstation
into an already tight space.

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Chances are there's a spot
in plain sight just begging

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to be transformed
into your workstation.

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Swap out an end table
by the sofa or a night

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stand by your bed
with a small desk

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remove visible
distractions only the items

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necessary for your work
should be within arm's reach.

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If you make video calls
remember to also tidy up

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the space behind you, getting
rid of auditory distractions

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can be harder.

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This is where headphones
come in handy.

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Setting boundaries is
especially important

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if you live with other people.

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Have a conversation with
roommates children, your spouse,

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or any other people
in your household.

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Come up with visual
cues so they know

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when it's safe to
approach you and when it's

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absolutely not OK to do so.

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But be forgiving too in a small
space your workstation just

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might be in the path of other
essential rooms in your house.

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If you're going to be living
at home with this workstation

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every day you'll need to like
it. Don't outfit your room

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with boring office furniture.

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Find a table that
will blend in nicely

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with the rest of
your space you need

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to be able to see your work
so you can focus whether you

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use a table lamp or a hanging
ceiling lamp lighting is key.

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You'll need storage to
keep your space tidy.

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The shelf along the
wall can look great here

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but a simple rolling
cart works too.

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Finally, a nice
photograph or artwork

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will go a long way towards
making your workstation

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pleasant and inviting.