Now let’s talk about the problems.

For many working parents and their bosses, working remotely is a reliable way to restore work-life balance, increase productivity and reduce staff turnover. It is no coincidence that remote work has become an integral part of professional life, it has a number of distinct advantages for both the employee and the company as a whole.

However, it is worth noting the disadvantages – primarily for the employee. How do you stay in front of company management when you are not physically present in the office? Our culture supports an “always at work” approach: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. How do you avoid the impression that you’ve taken the easy way out, or that you’ve chosen your career over raising children? This is often the way older colleagues and those who hold traditional views of work think. How do you establish constructive relationships with people you rarely see? How do you learn to stay focused and focused so you don’t compromise your results?

Experienced parents know that for remote work to benefit their company, career and family, a home office is not enough. It’s important to put in the effort and apply the effective techniques below. You, too, can take advantage of one of them today.

Explain why remote work is good for business. Regardless of the true reason, people who successfully work remotely always negotiate the opportunity by explaining its business benefits. For example, they say, “If I stop wasting time commuting, I get seven extra hours a week that I can devote to communicating with clients.” Or, “My presence in Chicago will allow the company to effectively reach the Midwest markets at no extra cost.” Such arguments sound more appealing and compelling than saying, “I want to spend more time at home. Show that you’re committed to increasing the company’s revenue, and present your telecommuting as a valuable corporate asset. Then even the most skeptical colleagues will begin to support you.

Stick to a strict schedule. After years of office life, remote work can seem remarkably flexible. Sit at your desk at half past ten in the morning without taking off your pajamas! Feeding the baby during a teleconference! But the lack of restrictions common to the traditional workplace can undermine your motivation and productivity. Do you really get better results when you sit down to work closer to lunch in your sweatpants?

Use your remote work environment to provide the flexibility that is important to you (for example, to take the kids to school or go to a soccer game), but the rest of the time, stick to a strictly company schedule and habits. Start work at the same time each day. Dress in a way that makes you feel energetic and confident. Take breaks with the same frequency and duration as those accepted in the office. Adhering to a rigorous schedule will get you on the right “rails” and achieve the maximum sense of control and professionalism.

Demonstrate your commitment. Your colleagues can’t appreciate what they can’t see. While working remotely, remember to send clear signals that your commitment to the company and work ethic are unwavering. Here are some key tips. Send emails first thing in the morning. This is how you let your colleagues know that you’re up and getting to work. Let them know you’re reading their emails carefully: “Thanks, Brad, the data on page six will be helpful in preparing the quarterly report.” Answer the phone early in the morning or late at night to help colleagues who work in other time zones. These simple techniques will make you appear active, dedicated and hardworking (qualities that will be useful at any career level).

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Why does this dissonance arise and why do many people get depressed? To some extent, society is to blame for this, which imposes too many roles on women: mother, wife, hostess, ideal colleague, caring friend, understanding daughter, etc. And all of this is desirable to show every day! At the same time not forgetting to give time to themselves, because “who needs you, ungroomed and without personal interests?” Under the burden of responsibility for herself, her family, personal, spiritual and career growth, a woman is trapped. To keep the balance between all spheres, you have to constantly pedal. Just give weakness – immediately the feeling of guilt emerges.

For consultations with a psychologist women are increasingly turning to the question: “Working mom – is it ok or not really?”

Here’s how it’s explained in terms of psychology:

First, any mother understands that a child will change her life, and therefore already during pregnancy makes plans and desires accordingly.

Secondly, even without being around the baby 24 hours a day, the mother still intuitively understands the baby’s needs and fulfills them.

What we are getting at: it is absolutely real, possible, and even necessary to plan your time with your child in such a way that he feels your attention, you were in the moment, here and now, giving energy, time and energy to him. We are talking about the quality of time spent, which is more important than the quantity!

Psychologist’s advice: at least half an hour a day of quality time with your child is enough for him to feel your care. Moreover, if you sit with your child 24/7 “for a tick” – you start to get annoyed, to swear at him, at her husband, at everyone around.

Become a friend for your child, so he knew: you can rely on you, you can trust. Keep promises, admit your mistakes, and most importantly – keep his secrets. Then the quality of your communication will be established from childhood, even if you spend together only in the evenings.

Moreover, a working mom – a great example for the child. He sees that his mother is developing, not sitting still, he looks up to you. It is interesting to talk to you (of course, if you are not absorbed in the work at home and do not sit with a laptop all the time).

If the circumstances are such that you need to work almost from the baby, and there is no time to even sit in the maternity bed for six months, discover the world of freelancing and telecommuting. Now there are an incredible number of ways for moms to make money from home! Writing texts, running brand social networks, helping in online stores, doing translations – you can learn it all on your own and make money while giving your time to your child.

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In addition, not every mother is ready to part with her baby for a long day at work.

Way out in this case will be different options for home-based or remote work. But in this case there is another difficulty, how to combine work and raising a child?

I offer you 8 simple steps that will help you competently and without prejudice to the child to do it:

The most important advice – work as much as possible. Do not take more orders than you are able to fulfill. Remember to relax and enjoy life, giving time to your family and yourself.

Do not compare yourself with others. Do you earn 20 thousand rubles, or 100 – it does not matter, you are at their level, growing and evolving. You are a unique, special person, with its own flavor, abilities, which others do not have. Live your life.

Set your priorities for yourself. You’ll stop rushing around and feel guilty that something took less time than you wanted. Determine what comes first and next for you – you, your child, family, work, and follow your priorities daily.

Make a plan for the day. You’ll know what you’ve done at this stage, what you have to do and where you’re going. Make a Success Journal, write down in it any of your smallest achievements and successes. This will boost your self-esteem and teach you to notice your successes.

Give each of your children one hour of effective conversation a day. Do with him or her what he or she enjoys, no matter what it is. You will notice that your child becomes more obedient and will let you do your own thing for a while without distracting you or demanding too much attention.

Your children need all kinds of physical contact – hugs, kisses, touches. Psychologists say that a child needs 4 big hugs a day for him to live, 8 for him to be healthy, and 12 big hugs for him to grow. So hug and kiss your children more often.

Play games with your child and do things together. This you will help the child to develop and meet his need for your attention. After another week he will be able to play these games by himself without your help, thus freeing up a lot of time for you to work.

And perhaps the most obvious tip. Use your child’s nap time to work instead of doing chores. You can do them together with your child during his waking hours, thereby helping him to develop. Also use the time when your father or visiting relatives can play with your child.

As you can see, these tips are aimed at combining work and raising a child favorably without infringing on anyone’s interests. Apply these tips, and you will be able to avoid the main difficulties of organizing work at home.

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