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Clay Welch's avatar

Well said, Josh. You can’t underestimate the intangibles from switching the environment. I live one stoplight from my office, not even one song before I get to work. Just that difference gets me in a completely different mode.

Gotta know your limitations and how to get around them.

Josh Youngblood, EA, CRETS's avatar

It took me a long time to realize this. It is so nice being close to home, so I can go home for lunch sometimes. My office space is pretty small, but that was all I needed.

Lily Tran Tax's avatar

I’m pretty sure I have ADHD. I can work from anywhere. During tax season, I even worked from the ER, taking calls and meeting with clients virtually. I can make things happen no matter where I am. That said, I’ve found I’m most productive in the office, where I’m able to stay focused. My commute to the office is about 10 minutes.

Carrie Corcoran's avatar

I got an office because I was lonely at home. Single, live alone, no one to talk to but the four walls, not even a four legged creature.

However, my commute can be quite lengthy. Minimum is 40 minutes, maximum I've experienced was 2 hours. So, some days I do work from home. But I always know I've got those people in the office building that I can see the next day. I lucked out with a great space at just the right time. All in the "House", (built in 1938, each business has a bedroom), are fantastic people. They don't do what I do but they support me mentally. I am grateful to have this space to be my "Work" environment.

I don't see clients in the office, its just for me. My clients are everywhere as well.

Laundry can wait.

Josh Youngblood, EA, CRETS's avatar

That is quite the commute! It is great that you have found a great space!