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Ask HN: How do you stay productive while working from home?
342 points by home_worker 3 hours ago
I've been working from home for 2 years and struggle with focus. Curious what routines and tools others use to separate work from personal time.
| ▲ | deep_focus 2 hours ago Strict schedule is key for me. I start at 9am sharp, take a real lunch break away from the desk, and stop at 6pm no matter what. The boundaries help a lot.
| ▲ | home_worker 1 hour ago I try this but always end up checking Slack after 6. Any tips for actually disconnecting?
| ▲ | pomodoro_pro 90 minutes ago Pomodoro technique changed everything for me: 25 minutes work, 5 minutes break. It forces you to take breaks and prevents burnout. I also use a dedicated workspace — never work from the couch.