1. How often do you set a schedule for your workday?
A. I always plan my day with specific times for tasks and breaks.
B. I loosely plan my day but it's flexible.
C. I never set a schedule; I just go with the flow.
2. How often do you get distracted by things that are happening, or need to be done, around the house?
A. Rarely. I stay focused on work even if there are distractions.
B. Occasionally. But I quickly get back on track.
C. Quite often. I get distracted by the doorbell, laundry, cooking, cleaning or watching the TV.
3. How often do you take breaks during your workday?
A. I take regular, scheduled breaks to recharge and stay productive.
B. I take a break when I feel like I need one.
C. I rarely take breaks even when I need them.
4. How do you stay organised when it comes to your work-related tasks?
A. I use a task manager or to-do list to keep track of my work.
B. I rely on memory or a basic list but I sometimes forget things.
C. I rarely organise tasks and often forget what needs to be done.
5. How often do you communicate with your team or manager?
A. Regularly. We have frequent check-ins and I stay in touch.
B. Sometimes. We check in only when needed or I message them occasionally.
C. Rarely. I work independently.
6. How do you handle interruptions from family or roommates?
A. I set clear boundaries and communicate my work hours to avoid interruptions.
B. I try to handle it but sometimes it's hard to avoid distractions.
C. Interruptions happen frequently and I struggle to stay focused.
7. How do you manage your workspace?
A. I have a dedicated workspace that is organised and separate from personal areas.
B. I work in different areas of my home but I try to keep it organised.
C. I often work from the couch, bed or other places where I'm not as focused.
8. How do you feel about your work-life balance?
A. I maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life.
B. It's a bit challenging but I manage to make time for both.
C. My work and personal life often blend together and I find it hard to disconnect.
9. What do you enjoy most about working from home?
A. Saving time by avoiding the commute and having more flexibility in my schedule.
B. Spending more time with family and loved ones.
C. Enjoying a quieter environment with fewer distractions.
10. What do you find challenging about working from home?
A. Missing the office atmosphere and face-to-face interactions with colleagues.
B. Dealing with unreliable technology like slow internet or software glitches.
C. Feeling overwhelmed by constant check-ins or the need to update my team/manager frequently.
You're a productivity pro!
You've mastered working from home and know how to stay focused, organised and manage your time. Keep it up!
You're on the right track!
You're productive most of the time. A few small tweaks in your routine could make you even more efficient.
There's room for improvement.
It seems you are facing challenges while working from home. With better planning, organisation and inculcating a few productivity habits, you could significantly boost your focus and efficiency.
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