Embracing the remote work lifestyle of a digital nomad lifestyle can be absolutely thrilling. Likewise, it can also be incredibly difficult for those who’ve never buckled down and had the responsibility of being their own boss thrust onto their shoulders. Solopreneurs live a hectic lifestyle and mobility is often a necessity. In this article, we are going to take a quick look at what you can do as a solopreneur to stay efficient and productive no matter where you are.
Given the myriad of distractions out there, being your own boss is often easier said than done. [pullquote]Thankfully, ensuring your success as a solopreneur often boils down to your ability to be flexible.[/pullquote]
In other words, your responsibilities may vary day to day depending on where you are and what you need to get done. You may have a face-to-face meeting with a client one day followed by a remote meeting the next: the freelance lifestyle is inherently hectic, but that doesn’t mean you can’t wrangle it.
If you’re new to flying solo or are considering making the leap into the solopreneur lifestyle, consider the following ways you can work as swiftly as possible regardless of what you need to get done.
1. Set Up Your Home Office
One of the biggest benefits of being a digital nomad is that you can work quiet literally from anywhere. That being said, chances are you want to be as comfortable as possible when you’re working from home, especially considering it’s probably where you’ll be doing the bulk of your business.
Rather than simply working from your kitchen table or bedroom, you should strive to set up your home office in a designated room or corner of your home. While there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to your set-up, you should ensure that your space incorporates the following elements to ensure your productivity:
- Proper lighting: control your shade with solutions such as levolor blinds so you can get exposure to natural light while also keeping it out if need be
- Peace and quiet: avoid high-traffic or noisy areas of your living space if possible
- Strong connectivity: likewise, make sure you’re not in a wi-fi dead zone so you can stay connected to everyone in your network
2. Know Your Remote Spots
Working in the same spot day after day without switching it up can take its toll on your sanity. You should therefore have designated spots to work remotely, such as a local coffee shop or cafe with readily available wi-fi. To avoid getting burnt out, try to rotate between a few remote locations week after week to keep your head fresh. This tip has proven to be a great way for solopreneurs to increase both productivity and efficiency.
3. Set Up A Meeting Space
In the case of face-to-face clients, it also pays to have a designated place to hold meetings. While some clients may not mind the idea of meeting at a coffee shop, see if there’s a local co-working space in your area which allows you for privacy and room to give presentations.
4. Stay Connected
There are so many apps out there to help freelancers and solopreneurs stay connected to their clients and customers. Workflow solutions such as Trello, coupled with VOIP software such as Skype, or even business VoIP companies like MegaPath, can help you keep in touch and manage your projects among clients. Remember: organization is the name of the game for solopreneurs who don’t want to scramble with their docs and communication.
Regardless of where you’re working, productivity and flexibility go hand in hand. By having the right office setup coupled with remote options, you’ll be ready to take on more clients and get down to business.
4 Ways For Solopreneurs To Stay Efficient Anywhere
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