Working From Home Without Going Crazy #182

Work-Life Balance

Balancing work and family life is crucial when working from home. Matt Altmix emphasizes the importance of giving 100% to both work and family time, suggesting visual cues like a red light for 'do not disturb' to help children understand when parents are busy 1. Joel Larsgaard adds that outdoor activities can help maintain a healthy routine and reduce stress 2.

   

Communication

Effective communication is key to managing work and family needs simultaneously. Joel and Matt discuss setting clear communication ground rules, like using different methods for varying urgency levels 3. They also highlight the benefits of apps like Marco Polo for maintaining social connections without the need for real-time coordination 4.