With the world changing fast and furiously in the last few weeks, millions of us are having to work from home. It’s something that can take a bit of getting used to, so with that in mind we’ve put together half a dozen quick and easy ideas that could make all the difference to your productivity.
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Let’s dive right in…
VoIP Phones Make All The Difference
The key to remote working is staying connected, so why not free up your iPhone by investing in a VoIP phone? They work exactly the same as a normal phone, cost a fraction of the price, won’t go flat and always have a signal. What more could you want when you need to stay connected on a Monday morning?
Get Help With Call Handling
Remember when you’d sit at your desk and have half a dozen people wander over to you almost at once? Well, they’re still going to want to pick your brains now that you’re working remotely. Overflow call handling is the smart way to ensure you’re not forever being chased up with missed calls and trying to work through a backlog of voicemails, so give it some thought.
Virtual Numbers Simplify Everything
Want to try and separate your work life from your home life when you’re working at home? We bet you do; so why not take a look at a virtual number? They’re the quick and easy way to direct your colleagues, customers and clients to your new work line.
Make Sure It’s Plug and Play
The beauty of a VoIP device is that you can literally take it straight from the office, plug it into your home router, and you are good to go. If you hadn’t already thought about going down this route, we bet you will now!
Make Use of Call Diverts
Just because you’re now working remotely doesn’t mean you can’t take time off. In fact, during these often stressful times a little downtime could be just what you need. Making use of custom call diverts will allow you to reroute your clients’ calls whenever you need to — a useful option to have at your disposal.
Mobile Mirroring Makes Life Easier
Last but not least, you might want to invest in mobile mirroring. It’ll allow your mobile to mimic your desk phone so that you never miss a call. Just what you want when you have to ensure you’re always up to speed and in the loop!
Final Thoughts
Now that you’ve heard what we have to say, all you have to do is start putting the tips you like the sound of into action. Start with one, get it set up and working exactly how you need, and then keep working through the rest. You’ll be ready to power through your work in no time!
Talk With An Expert…
You’re bound to have questions about these ways to start working efficiently from home. Call our friendly team free, on 08000 886 886 or drop us an email. There’s more of our contact info on our Contact Us page.
