Time management is the foundation of professional development. The most comprehensive growth strategy or business plan is essentially useless if you can’t set aside the time to implement it. If you’ve been struggling to get things done since you started working from home—a common complaint among busy professionals with even busier families—the following tips will help. 

How Can You Manage Your Time Better When Working From Home?

1. Prioritize Tasks

Prioritizing the tasks on your to-do list is the foundation of every successful time management strategy, whether you’re working at the office or from home. At the start of each day, evaluate your task list and eliminate those that are non-essential or can be delegated to others. This will free up your time to complete all essential tasks.

2. Devise a Routine

The only way to get everything done on any given day is by setting aside a chunk of time for your work and then giving each essential task a set time limit. Sticking to the same routine every day is advisable as it will quickly become habitual. Just be realistic when devising this routine. For example, you may be tempted to work straight through lunch every day, but you’ll actually be far more productive if you break for a healthy meal and let your mind and body “recharge” before starting the afternoon’s tasks. 

3. Get Organized

Organize your home office, so everything you need over the course of your workday is within arms’ reach. This will keep you from having to get up and hunt down documents or supplies—and getting sidetracked in the process. A big wall calendar will also help you get organized, as long as you use it diligently to track looming deadlines. 

Are you looking for more professional development tips and opportunities? Contact ACA Business Club St. Louis in Chesterfield, MO. This private organization caters to ambitious executives and entrepreneurs; they accept members from virtually all industries. Upon joining, you’ll receive a customized plan designed by experts that aims to foster your professional development and continued success. To learn about their membership process, visit their website. To discuss your professional development goals, call (314) 628-0690.