You’re working remotely and your work-life balance is out of whack. What can you do to fix it?

Master your notifications and turn them off when you don't need them. ? Quiet hours on the Teams mobile app lets you mute notifications when you're not 'working' ? Mute those chats you don't need to know about immediately. ? Office hours in Outlook helps you communicate when you plan to be working. ? Focus modes on iOS are also great for keeping a lid on notifications.

This article has all amazing points. My one add is to make sure you are working in the right organization. "Right" defined as aligned values. You could follow all the tips in this article, but if the organization's leadership does not respect or align with work-life balance, realistically there's not much you can do. If/when you interview for a new position at a different company, determine the right time, place, and way to understand the organization's values specific to work-life balance. Try to talk with people who have worked there previously, and ask if you can have informational interviews with people currently in the organization to better understand values.

Honour your boundaries! Setting them is easy, actually honoring them and having other honor them is a different story. Make sure that others know what they are too.

In my experience as a an executive in the entertainment space and founder of I'm A Survivor Of Domestic Violence Inc. 501c3 non profit foundation, when COVID 19 epidemic hit the states, it was a shock and then the next wave was everyone everywhere working from home remotely. So working remotely is like a double edge sword my belief for some employees they don't work the same as when in the office, in addition for others working remotely is the best experience they have ever had, so I think that as an employee and employer my opinion is you have a 2 weeks in office two weeks out of office and you rotate your staff accordingly.

Don't just set boundaries, make them visible and respected. Communicate your work hours clearly to colleagues and clients. Utilize tools like calendar blocks and "Do Not Disturb" statuses to indicate unavailability. If necessary, have an honest conversation with your manager about adjusting your workload or expectations. Remember, respecting your boundaries is just as important as setting them.

Colour code your calendar so that you can see the different types of activities you have and for example if you need to do some deep thinking work schedule that time in your calendar, at a time when you know you work best otherwise you will have back to back zoom calls all day and then after hours you will need to work.

Plan proactively and schedule dedicated breaks throughout your day to disconnect from work. These mini-rejuvenation periods could involve taking a walk in nature, practicing mindfulness exercises, or simply enjoying a hobby. By integrating these breaks into your routine, you'll prevent burnout and ensure you approach work with renewed focus and energy. This strategy not only benefits your well-being but can also enhance your productivity in the long run.

Knowing your working hours before you start your work day is critical to avoid burnout and sustain a good work life balance. While there will always be the unexpected project to work on, knowing how to prioritize is the key. Focus only on what is important and urgent if you are struggling. Versus just what is important or just urgent.

I use the colour yellow to plan activities that energize me (energy in) as opposed to energy out. I make sure I have some good yellow in my day.

Don't just power through your workday. Schedule breaks throughout the day to step away from your computer and recharge. Take a walk outside, get some fresh air, do some light stretches, or even meditate for a few minutes. Even short breaks can help you refocus and return to your work with renewed energy and a clearer perspective. Remember, as Brené Brown says in "Daring Greatly," "Rest is not a reward; it is a requirement." Treat breaks as an essential part of your workday, not a luxury.

Seeking mentorship or becoming a mentor is a fantastic way to learn and apply new skills. As a mentor, not only is it rewarding to give back by sharing knowledge with someone else, it also provides the opportunity to connect with someone and prevent isolation. As a mentee, you're able to learn from the skills and experience of others in your industry and apply their feedback and lessons to your career. It's a fantastic opportunity that should definitely be considered by all.

Happiness and Fun are real energy activators. At the end of the day you are to make the most of your time on this planet so make sure that you enjoy it.

Because working remotely significantly affects ones social and emotional needs, and usually undermine phisical conditions people should manage their mental and phisical states. How? By managing the ballance of their harmones- the chemicals that allow us to feel, think and act effectively. Do exers to rise dopamine, connect with others to rise oxytocin, hydrate your brain regularly to think clearly and learn how to stay optimally- focused all the day