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Fighting Remote Work Distractions

The two biggest distractions I’ve found when working from home are:

  1. Housework. There’s always laundry to fold, dishes to wash, tables to tidy. It’s a great way to procrastinate without feeling like you’re procrastinating.
  2. The Internet. Yes, it’s distracting anywhere. But without anyone walking by or looking over your shoulder, it’s that much worse.

Here are some ways to combat distractions. Many of these have worked for me, and some come recommended from others: