037 - How to Stay Productive While Working from Home with Shaunae Teske & Sarah Schrader

How to Stay Productive While Working from Home with Shaunae Teske & Sarah Schrader We've all been there - we start our business thinking, "This is great! I'll finally have the freedom to do what I want when I want." And it's great for a week or two. But then we realize we actually have to get stuff done on a consistent basis. Figuring out how to be your own boss and stay productive when there are a thousand things around the house calling for your attention can be a job in and of itself. But with a little practice and some discipline, you too can be a productive work-from-home entrepreneur!   In this episode my guests, Shaunae Teske & Sarah Schrader, and I share some of our experiences and tips on how to actually stay productive when you work from home, how to create routines for success and remember to eat and take breaks, even how to create a schedule that allows you to be present during "work" time and present during "life" time.   Shaunae Teske & Sarah Schrader, are the co-creators of the creative business owner focused Creative Legacy podcast, which focuses on helping creative entrepreneurs build their business while leading a life of intention, joy, and adventure. Separately, they are successful business owners - Sarah a brand and marketing graphic designer and Shaunae a photographer & educator. And today they are sharing all their secrets for staying productive while working from home.   In this episode... The struggles we face when we work from home (complete with anecdotes from Sarah & Shaunae) How to keep a schedule and why it's so important Why you need to remember to eat and take breaks and how to remember to take them How to stay accountable and productive when you don't have a boss directing your work Creating morning and nighttime routines to set you up for success + what Sarah & Shaunae's routines look like How to separate your office and your home space - even if you don't have a separate room to work in How to set and communicate your schedule and boundaries with those that share a living space with you. How to plan for time off - vacations, important events, self-care, etc. - and why you should be taking time off even as a new business owner I give myself permission to... take a break midday to refuel my body and rest my brain.   Quotes "Just because you work from home, doesn’t mean you can’t have a schedule." "Try to figure out the times throughout the day when you’re most productive." "A lot of people have the most brainpower in the morning." "Having a deadline is helpful for you and your clients." "It’s important to keep your main tasks in front of you all day long." <li