How to Tailor an Office Space For Your Home-Based Business To Thrive

A home-based business has some obvious benefits, such as flexibility, scalability, and cutting your commute. However, unless your home can accommodate your work adequately, it could actually get in the way of your progress. Here’s how to make sure you have the right workspace set up so that nothing inhibits your success.

 Know Thyself

First thing’s first, and that’s you. How well your space works for you will come largely from your work style, lifestyle, and home environment. So, consider how this would come together and ask yourself about what circumstances promote your energy, focus, and productivity.  

Know Thy Space

With your personal preferences sorted, turn your attention to your home. As Harvard Business Review explains, there are certain attributes that great workspaces have, such as privacy, appropriate acoustics, and the ability to accommodate technology. Take a hard look at your available space and how well it could work for you. Make some sketches or create a virtual room to help you better visualize the possibilities. With that information, you can then determine what it will take to make a great workspace. 

 Moving On Up?

Sometimes, when making this sort of evaluation, it becomes abundantly clear that your home simply isn’t well-suited to your venture. While this can be discouraging, it’s worth considering a space upgrade if it will make or break your success. 

About George Mears: George Mears is a brain fitness expert, educator, and counselor. He shares his thoughts and favorite brain fitness exercises at Brain Wellness. Read full blogs....

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