Working From Home: Strategies to Ensure Your Success

Whether You’re a Work-from-home pro or Learning as You Go, Melinda Emerson Is Here to Provide You with Advice to Make the Transition Smooth.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Chapter 1: Working From Home – The New Normal

    • Lesson 1: Overview

    • Lesson 2: The Pros

    • Lesson 3: The Cons & Challenges

  • 2

    Chapter 2: What You Need

    • Lesson 1: Setting Up a Great Workspace

    • Lesson 2: Getting the Proper Equipment

    • Lesson 3: Apps & Services for Support

    • Lesson 4: 15 Work From Home Apps for Productivity - Downloadable PDF

  • 3

    Chapter 3: Start Your Day & Scheduling

    • Lesson 1: Keep a Daily Routine

    • Lesson 2: Know Your Optimal Work Hours

    • Lesson 3: Be Transparent About Your Availability

    • Lesson 4: Use VIDEO Chats

    • Lesson 5: Schedule Breaks

    • Lesson 6: Create an End of Day Routine

  • 4

    Chapter 4: Collaboration Tips - Upholding Professionalism, Etiquette & Good Communication Online

    • Lesson 1: Setting up Your Home Video Studio

    • Lesson 2: Proper & Professional Video Conferencing

    • Lesson 3: Create a System for Sharing Docs

    • Lesson 4: Online Meeting Protocols & Phone Manners

    • Lesson 5: Thoughtful Communication - Use Email with Etiquette & Care!

    • Lesson 6: Ideas For Networking with Co-workers - Downloadable PDF

    • Lesson 7: Icebreaker Conversation Starter Worksheet - Downloadable PDF

  • 5

    Chapter 5: Healthy Practices for Staying Focused

    • Lesson 1: Set Boundaries with Family

    • Lesson 2: Make Time to Exercise

    • Lesson 3: Leave Home Once a Day

    • Lesson 4: Prep Lunch in Advance

    • Lesson 5: Avoid the Kitchen Between Meals

    • Lesson 6: Beware of Burnout

  • 6

    Chapter 6: Working from Home with Kids

    • Lesson 1: Get Creative with Your Schedule

    • Lesson 2: Be up Front with Your Boss

    • Lesson 3: Stick to a Routine

    • Lesson 4: Minimize Interruptions

    • Lesson 5: Warn Your Coworkers

    • Lesson 6: Plan Breaks with Your Kids

  • 7

    Chapter 7: Work from Home Tips for Managers

    • Lesson 1: Tell Your Team How They Can Reach You

    • Lesson 2: Tell Your Team When They Can Reach You

    • Lesson 3: Clarify Expectations for Your Team

    • Lesson 4: Use Video to Communicate Weekly Updates

    • Lesson 5: Conclusion