Locating the proper space to use for a home office is the most important part of the process. Your office should be cozy, inviting, and free of distractions. Look for an area of the home that’s not only quiet and well-lit, but also large enough for the projects you plan to complete. You can use an extra bedroom, convert a living room, or even transform a garage or storage space.

Most home offices require only a computer and a connection to the internet. Even if the bulk of your workload happens using a desktop, you’d be surprised how quickly other office supplies can accumulate on your desk’s top! Client pamphlets, writing utensils, and even phone chargers are some of the items that can add clutter to a home office. Take action with a simple desk cubby for errant paper clips, or a rack of shelves to hold books and other tools.

When organizing your home office, consider whether the space will need to serve as a meeting place for clients. If you plan to host meetings frequently, make sure there is ample space for seating. Try to incorporate a “conference area” with a table and plenty of chairs. If your office is on the small side, you can even get creative with folding or collapsible furniture. Even with ordinary furniture, you can add personal touches like desk trays for paper and writing utensils, or decorate with plants and table centerpieces.

Home office needs vary by industry. Those who make a living through a trade like clothing fabrication or product design will likely need a large space for production, in addition to a smaller desk area for clerical tasks. On the other hand, if you’re a freelance writer who occasionally works from home, your office will surely require much less space.

For most work-at-home professionals, an office requires little more than a computer, phone, and printer. This setup means there is less equipment to coordinate. However, it doesn’t mean you can’t benefit from a little organizational how-to:

• Use power strips to keep cords close at hand.

• Keep your desktop devices in one place with the MobileVision Executive Stand and Charging Organizer from CE Supply Store. It is compatible with Apple and Android devices, and can organize smartphones, tablets, and laptops neatly in one spot.

• Keep writing utensils and small supplies close by with a desk organizer or pencil cup.

• Pick up an inexpensive corkboard or whiteboard to track projects and important dates.

• Use color-coding to create order for filing cabinets, cords, and more.

If your business produces handmade items, a larger home office is a must. You can use room partitions or careful furniture placement to create multiple “rooms” in one open-air office space. For example, arrange desks to form a computer corner for answering emails or listing new products online. Organization is a must even in larger spaces, so keep your workspace in order with a Bamboo Stand and Charging Organizer with Extension.

For some home offices, separation from other family members is a must. Many work-at-home parents, however, choose to incorporate their children into the workday. Most parents who work from home find that structure is key. Keeping a tight schedule will make sure you get all your work done without distractions – and without sacrificing family time.

If you work at home only a handful of days a week, your home office needs may be simple. Chances are, you require a space that can alternate between work space and living space, such as a dining room table that can become a computing desk at a moment’s notice. Get creative with rollaway storage and furniture, so you can quickly clear away work clutter when it’s time to entertain guests.

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