9 Ways to Stay Sane While Working Remotely

In this episode of Syntax, Scott and Wes talk about working remotely — problems, challenges, and how to keep yourself sane, productive and efficient.

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Show Notes

4:34 - Find your spots

Coffee shops Cafes Library

7:40 - Deal with Distractions

Log out of Twitter/Facebook/Instagram Delete Apps — only use the browser Put phone and computer on “do not disturb” Focus App

11:33 - Prioritize your tasks

Drifting is possible when it isn’t clear what you need to do If you don’t have someone telling you what to do, it can be hard to get started Todo lists

17:15 - Make time to be social

Go to meet ups Chat in Slack or Discord rooms Talk to people at work spaces

21:48 - Get fresh air

Go for a walk Open the windows

24:03 - Get moving

Hit the gym Do push-ups in your office

28:09 - Have a separate work space

Designated office Don’t work from the couch with the TV on Clean your damn office 😂

38:16 - Act like you are going to work

Dress well Fix up, look sharp - get yourself ready to go

40:44 - Take Breaks (not too many, not too long)

Some people like the Pomodoro Technique Take a lunch break away from your computer Don’t make a break longer than 15 minutes or so Links Focus Discord Todoist Getting Things Done Eat That Frog The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing ××× SIIIIICK ××× PIIIICKS ××× Scott: Doug DeMuro’s YouTube Channel Wes: Yeti Rambler 14 oz. Shameless Plugs Scott’s Gridsome Course Wes’ YouTube Channel Tweet us your tasty treats! Scott’s Instagram LevelUpTutorials Instagram Wes’ Instagram Wes’ Twitter Wes’ Facebook Scott’s Twitter Make sure to include @SyntaxFM in your tweets