Top 5 Time Management Tips For Remote Software Developers

• ali
• October 5th, 2021

Working remotely brings with it a wealth of benefits and more importantly, it gives software developers the opportunity to experience freedom. Despite this, everyone is different, so while some might work to strict schedules, others might find that they struggle to manage time. Fortunately, we have five top tips that will enable you to manage your time better and become more productive at the same time.

Put a Schedule in Place

This might seem as though it is the most obvious of tips but often, schedules can be lost when you work remotely.  You should aim to implement some level of structure so you actually feel as though you are working. Set yourself boundaries such as working hours if possible as this will enable you to focus on your role.

Create a Work Environment

Creating a separate work environment in your home can actually have a positive impact on your time. When you choose to work in other parts of your home, you might find that you are easily distracted. If you choose to work on the kitchen table, you might be distracted by chores that require completing or if you choose to work in your living room, you might find yourself watching TV. By creating a dedicated work space in the home, it separates you from the rest of the home and ensures you commit the time required to your work.

Set Break Times

Sure, working remotely gives you the ability to grab a snack when you feel like it or make a personal call but that is going to distract you from your work. So, set yourself some break times and use these to do the things you need to do. Give yourself a short 15 minute morning break and then a 45 minute lunch break. By implementing this, you will find that you spend more time working and less time getting up and down to do things as and when you feel the need.

Get Dressed for Work

Focusing on work is all about being in the right mindset and how you dress has an impact on this. If you work in your leisure wear or loungewear, you’re more than likely to have a laid-back approach to work. While this doesn’t necessarily feel like a time management tip, when you are dressed for work, you will find that your frame of mind changes and with that comes a natural ability to manage your time more effectively.

Reduce Social Media Use

It’s all too easy to continuously check your social media accounts when working remotely. As you browse your feed, the time is ticking away and the next thing you know, you have wasted a vast amount of time on nothing. Avoid social media and you will find that you will become more productive with your time because browsing social media can prove addictive and that will eat into your time.

Remote workers often find that time management is one of the most difficult challenges they face. So, these tips should help to point you in the right direction and encourage you to use  your time more productively.