How to Work From Home, Combat Burnout as a Writer
Here are some helpful tips to get your work from home routine back on track.
“Zoom fatigue” was a foreign concept only a year ago but as the pandemic has progressed it’s become a common occurrence for many. Video calls aren’t the only part of computer time that can be draining, however, and the extensive time writers take to develop their work is often spent in programs like Final Draft, Writer Duet, Scrivener and the like. So when our work and creative life are spent online and our personal connections are limited to digital means, how do we take a break? How do we manage our energy, health and time in an increasingly digital world?
The following tips can help you take control of your screen time and create more productive work from home sessions.
- Establish clear office hours
For those of us who are fortunate to work from home, the line between personal and professional often blurs. It’s incredibly important to establish clear working hours for yourself and stick to them so your devices don’t take over your life. You can be dedicated to your craft as a writer and still create boundaries that will help prevent burnout. For more tips on creating boundaries when your work requires extensive screen time, this article has wonderful…
