Working from home during the covid-19 outbreak? Tips to stay positive

Work from home is usually not a very popular choice in the industry and also not implemented at a largescale as it is considered challenging for many organisations. However, while we are at it, to prevent crowding and curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, many offices in India and outside have asked employees to work remotely. As a result, they are now working from home. But, this change of environment is sometimes believed to negatively impact the productivity of a person, who may feel more driven when operating from their place of work instead of their house, where they can be easily distracted. There are a few work etiquette that can be implemented and followed for efficient working. A most important and effective way to focus is to treat it like your everyday routine and freshen up and sit for work. Here are some tips that can keep you motivated and positive in the time of an outbreak. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock Images)

Staying on a schedule is highly recommended. Stay disciplined and go about your hours as you would at the workplace. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock Images)

Even if you are working from the comfort of your house, you need to get up every now and then and get some fresh air. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock Images)

Cleaning and sanitising your home has become a key task in the times that we are living in. Cleaning and dusting will also give a nice vibe and keep you positive. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock Images)

One of the key reasons why working from home is both an advantage and a disadvantage is because people do not stress too much about how they look because they are not going to show up anywhere. This may cause some of them to feel extremely relaxed and lazy. In order to avoid this lethargy, it is advisable that you wake up, take a bath and dress up. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock Images)

Due to the coronavirus outbreak, gyms have been asked to close down. But that shouldn't stop you from exercising at home as you have more reasons to do so now. With the excessive travelling we tend to feel lazy to work out but that's not a reason anymore. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock Images)

With the spring season already here, you can do some cleaning and better arrange your wardrobe. Begin by sorting out the winter clothes. Take a chunk out and keep them aside for laundry. You can do this over a week until all your winter clothes have been cleaned and arranged well. Remember, you will not be needing them for another year. So, it is a good idea to get done with this task, now that you have the time. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock Images)

Having a hot home-cooked meal was a dream during weekdays. Now here's an opportunity to indulge in simple yet delicious home-cooked meals. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock Images)

A tidy workstation hurts no one. In fact, it will give you positive vibes to work efficiently. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock Images)

Watering plants has a positive psychological effect. When you care about a living plant it gives you hope for the future and that is surely what we all need right now. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock Images)

Just because you are working from home and have the means to work round the clock, does not mean that you have to. You must maintain a balance between personal and professional life. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock Images)

This one is a no-brainer. When you work from home, kids and pets tend to get the idea that you are available, since you are not in your work clothes and not going anywhere. You must, therefore, establish some boundaries. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock Images)