{"id":4154,"date":"2020-04-12T08:00:26","date_gmt":"2020-04-12T13:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/08925f71d5.nxcli.net\/blog\/?p=4154"},"modified":"2020-04-12T08:00:26","modified_gmt":"2020-04-12T13:00:26","slug":"tips-working-from-home-with-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/tips-working-from-home-with-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Productivity Tips For Working With Kids At Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Let\u2019s face it: Having to adjust to working from home because of social distancing is hard enough. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">But working at home with KIDS?! Figuring out how to get everything done while also having to help kids with homework, their meals, their general well-being, and what not?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">There are worse things in the world, and just like any life adjustments \u2014 you make it work.\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Now, you can either be someone who just suffers through the chaos of it all and who is <b>reactive<\/b> to what\u2019s happening&#8230;\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OR, you can be someone who thinks ahead and is <b>PROACTIVE<\/b> with how you can make working from home with kids not only work for you but also make you (and your kids) more productive and maximize your time during<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/10-ways-to-make-the-most-out-of-social-distancing\/\"><span class=\"s2\"> social distancing<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"s3\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Your days don\u2019t <i>have<\/i> to be hectic, and work doesn\u2019t <i>have<\/i> to suffer just because you suddenly have the little ones at home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">We have a few working parents here at Harv Eker International, and they definitely know a thing or two about how to get s**t done while <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/productivity-work-from-home\/\"><span class=\"s2\">working from home<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span> <span class=\"s1\">with having a full house. So if working from home with kids has been a headache for you, great news! We\u2019ve rounded up some of our team\u2019s best tips for maximizing your productivity, even with the kids right in the next room.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Enjoy!<\/span><\/p>\n<span class='bctt-click-to-tweet'><span class='bctt-ctt-text'><a href='https:\/\/x.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harveker.com%2Fblog%2Ftips-working-from-home-with-kids%2F&#038;text=Your%20days%20don%E2%80%99t%20have%20to%20be%20hectic%2C%20and%20work%20doesn%E2%80%99t%20have%20to%20suffer%20just%20because%20you%20suddenly%20have%20the%20little%20ones%20at%20home.%20Here%20are%208%20Tips%20For%20Being%20Productive%20With%20the%20Kids%20at%20Home.&#038;via=viaT_Harv_Eker&#038;related=viaT_Harv_Eker' target='_blank'rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Your days don\u2019t have to be hectic, and work doesn\u2019t have to suffer just because you suddenly have the little ones at home. Here are 8 Tips For Being Productive With the Kids at Home. <\/a><\/span><a href='https:\/\/x.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harveker.com%2Fblog%2Ftips-working-from-home-with-kids%2F&#038;text=Your%20days%20don%E2%80%99t%20have%20to%20be%20hectic%2C%20and%20work%20doesn%E2%80%99t%20have%20to%20suffer%20just%20because%20you%20suddenly%20have%20the%20little%20ones%20at%20home.%20Here%20are%208%20Tips%20For%20Being%20Productive%20With%20the%20Kids%20at%20Home.&#038;via=viaT_Harv_Eker&#038;related=viaT_Harv_Eker' target='_blank' class='bctt-ctt-btn'rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Share on X<\/a><\/span>\n<h1 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">8 Productivity Tips For Working At Home With Kids\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">\u00a01. Set a Daily Schedule for the Whole Family<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Dana, our rock-star Operations Manager and mother of two (8yo and 11yo) says,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>Set dedicated \u201cwork\u201d hours for yourself so that the kids know what time is \u201cwork\u201d time and when you have meetings and are occupied and not-to-be disturbed. If you live with a partner who also works, the two of you can switch on and off with your hours or work in shifts so that one of you can be available to the kids if they need help with something, while the other is guaranteed to be able to focus on work.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Believe it or not, having LESS time to work can help you become even MORE efficient during work hours. It\u2019ll force you to focus and get s**t done more quickly, which in the end, can help your career or business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Dana also adds,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>Make sure to come up with a schedule for the kids to follow, too, and give them a list of things that must be done (including school work) before they can engage in free time at the end of the day.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">For example:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Bath\/shower, general hygiene, get dressed for the day<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Daily chores<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">A minimum of 1 hour outside<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Create something &#8211; craft, piece of writing, build legos, pillow fort, letter to a friend.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Read for enjoyment (time dependent on age)<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Also, align your breaks with breaks for the kids. Set exact times for snacks and meals, and eat them together. This way, they know exactly when to expect lunch on the table and they won\u2019t interrupt you to ask, \u201c<em>How much longer until lunchtime?\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">If you have children who are too young to be in school yet, it\u2019s a great idea to come up with some &#8220;school&#8221; activities for them as well, to keep them busy while their older siblings work. Then, when they go down for their naps, give the older kids break time, which will allow you to catch up on emails or quick tasks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6167\" src=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/4\/files\/2020\/04\/Family-Schedule-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Family-Schedule-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Family-Schedule-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Family-Schedule-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Family-Schedule.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">2. Set Clear Expectations From the Get-Go<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Oftentimes, we get distracted and overwhelmed and say, <i>\u201cTo h*ll with it!\u201d or \u201cscrew this!\u201d<\/i>, as far as making sure everything on your list and your children\u2019s lists gets accomplished. Set clear expectations from the start \u2014 both for yourself and your kids \u2014 by creating a manageable checklist of things to do each day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Samuel, our kick-ass Marketing Manager and father of three (15yo, 10yo, 7yo) says,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>If your kid is doing online learning, make them a digital checklist of what\u2019s expected from them to do each day. Some teachers may already be providing lists like these, or you can create one based on what they\u2019ve been assigned. You can also take advantage of the power of positive reinforcement by offering kids a reward once they\u2019ve checked all their tasks off the list.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Kids will have gaps in their day where they\u2019ll need to occupy themselves to allow you to work. <\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Whether it be household chores\/tasks, or extra \u201chomework\u201d assignments, make them a list each day where they have tasks to cross off. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">When they come up to you and tell you they have nothing to do, you\u2019ll be prepared with a literal list of ideas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6168\" src=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/4\/files\/2020\/04\/Parenthood-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Parenthood-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Parenthood-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Parenthood-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Parenthood.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">3. Create A Daily Checklist &amp; Time Block Your Calendar<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Set a checklist for yourself each day as well, whether you prefer to jot tasks down in your day planner or add them to your calendar electronically.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s4\">Emily, our amazing Executive Assistant and mom of 4 (11yo, 9yo, 8yo, 2yo) <\/span><span class=\"s1\">adds,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>Since our days are so filled with unpredictability right now, listing out everything that needs to get done before calling it quitting time will help you stay focused and motivated to keep pushing forward. Setting aside dedicated blocks of time for each task will also help you to stay on track and make sure everything gets done during working hours.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6169\" src=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/4\/files\/2020\/04\/Calendar-block-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Calendar-block-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Calendar-block-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Calendar-block-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Calendar-block.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">4. Get Up and Get Dressed For \u201cSchool\u201d And Work<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Social distancing doesn\u2019t mean you should be in your pajamas all day long!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Mary, our Editor-in-Chief and mom of one (14 yo) advises,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>Make it a habit to still get out of bed, shower, get dressed in something other than PJs or sweat pants, and keep up with your regular grooming routine. You\u2019ll feel better, and you\u2019ll be more confident and motivated, which will project during all of those Zoom or Google Hangout meetings with colleagues.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Not convinced? A study in the <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0022103112000200\"><span class=\"s5\"><i>Journal of Experimental Social Psychology<\/i><\/span><\/a> <\/span>found that doctors who wore a lab coat were more focused on their work, which makes sense! If we look professional, it makes us act professional. And if we look like a mess, odds are we\u2019re going to feel like a mess too. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Bottom line: you\u2019re probably going to be more attentive and focused when you wear your regular, work clothes than when you\u2019re in your sweatpants!\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Mary also adds,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>And get your kids to do the same! Get them in the habit of starting their day as if they were headed off to school. The more \u201cthemselves\u201d they feel while doing their schoolwork at home, the more productive they\u2019ll be, and the easier it\u2019ll be when they finally do go back to school.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6170\" src=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/4\/files\/2020\/04\/Tying-shoes-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Tying-shoes-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Tying-shoes-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Tying-shoes-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Tying-shoes.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">5. Set up a Dedicated Work or Office Space<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Candace, our amazing Social Media Specialist and mom of two (6 yo, 1 yo) says,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>Staying in your PJs and working from the couch, the bedroom, or whatever the coziest spot in the house can be tempting. But even though your daily commute just got a whole lot shorter, designate a space that is strictly and consistently used for work purposes so that you\u2019re aren\u2019t tempted by distractions (the TV, package deliveries, etc.). This will also help you resist the urge to \u201chalf\u201d focus on work while playing with the kids at the same time.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Be sure to set boundaries for kids so they know you are not to be disturbed when you\u2019re in your workspace.\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Candace continues,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>When you have a dedicated office space, you can also add some lightheartedness to the day by bringing your kids \u201cto work.\u201d If you have school-age children who are old enough to understand that mom\/dad needs to work, use this time with them at home as a teaching lesson by \u201ctaking them to work\u201d with you for a few minutes each day.\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><em><span class=\"s1\">Explain to them what you do, go over your daily tasks, and remind them why it\u2019s so important for you to keep doing your job. They\u2019ll gain a better understanding of what you are doing during work time, and they won\u2019t feel as left out of your day.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6171\" src=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/4\/files\/2020\/04\/Home-workspace-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Home-workspace-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Home-workspace-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Home-workspace-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Home-workspace.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">6. Accept &amp; Expect That There Will Be Hiccups<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">There are going to be times when things just don\u2019t go according to plan, even when you have a daily schedule in place. For maximum efficiency, focus on completing one task at a time and <\/span><span class=\"s6\">lower your expectations!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s4\">Emily says,<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s4\"><i>Don\u2019t expect to get 4 hours of uninterrupted work done. It\u2019s not going to happen with the kids at home. Break up your day, do 30-minutes of work, then 30-minutes of family time, helping your kid(s) with their schoolwork, etc.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">When you\u2019re working from home with your kids, let all the expectations go and be flexible. <\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Emily continues,<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>Are your kids having more phone\/tablet\/TV time than you\u2019d usually let them have? Don\u2019t beat yourself up over it. You\u2019re not a bad parent. This is a special circumstance, and it won\u2019t last forever.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6172\" src=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/4\/files\/2020\/04\/Parenting--1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Parenting--1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Parenting--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Parenting--768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Parenting-.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">7. Make Time for Fun &amp; Play<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Jenn, the wonderful wife of our Managing Director &amp; CEO, Jesse Eker, and mom of one (9 mo) says,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>Just because you\u2019re working from home doesn\u2019t mean you need to spend every single second working. In fact, this is the best time to practice self-care and invest in yourself and your well-being. Make time for a walk outside, an online yoga glass, or soaking up the pages of a good book. Play, laugh, and take time to relax together as a family.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Also, don\u2019t forget that while adults are going stir-crazy, the same is probably happening with kids. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Be empathetic with what they\u2019re going through. Give them space to just BE and have fun.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Kids are used to a certain routine at school, being surrounded by friends and classmates, and having playdates or sleepovers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Schedule a family game night, set up a virtual playdate with their friends, or simply spend time playing with them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6173\" src=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/4\/files\/2020\/04\/Having-fun-at-parenting-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Having-fun-at-parenting-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Having-fun-at-parenting-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Having-fun-at-parenting-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Having-fun-at-parenting.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">8. Make Time For Emotional Check-Ins<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Troy, our incredible Head of Marketing and father of one (3yo) reminds us,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>Having emotional check-ins with the kids will allow them to express their feelings about what is going on. This is a really hard time for everyone, and children are just as sensitive to this change as adults are.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Talk to your kid(s), and make sure they\u2019re okay.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Ask how you can support them and make sure they know we\u2019re all in this together.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6174\" src=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/4\/files\/2020\/04\/Talking-to-your-kid-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Talking-to-your-kid-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Talking-to-your-kid-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Talking-to-your-kid-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.harveker.com\/blog\/files\/2020\/04\/Talking-to-your-kid.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">9. Some Final Words: Don\u2019t Be Too Hard on Yourself<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">None of us are living in a state of normalcy right now, and we\u2019re all doing the best we can to get through this pandemic one day at a time. The list of ways to be productive while working at home with the kids is endless, but it\u2019s all a matter of getting creative and \u201chacking\u201d the system in a way that works for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<span class='bctt-click-to-tweet'><span class='bctt-ctt-text'><a href='https:\/\/x.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harveker.com%2Fblog%2Ftips-working-from-home-with-kids%2F&#038;text=The%20list%20of%20ways%20to%20be%20productive%20while%20working%20at%20home%20with%20the%20kids%20is%20endless%2C%20but%20it%E2%80%99s%20all%20a%20matter%20of%20getting%20creative%20and%20%E2%80%9Chacking%E2%80%9D%20the%20system%20in%20a%20way%20that%20works%20for%20you.&#038;via=viaT_Harv_Eker&#038;related=viaT_Harv_Eker' target='_blank'rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The list of ways to be productive while working at home with the kids is endless, but it\u2019s all a matter of getting creative and \u201chacking\u201d the system in a way that works for you. <\/a><\/span><a href='https:\/\/x.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harveker.com%2Fblog%2Ftips-working-from-home-with-kids%2F&#038;text=The%20list%20of%20ways%20to%20be%20productive%20while%20working%20at%20home%20with%20the%20kids%20is%20endless%2C%20but%20it%E2%80%99s%20all%20a%20matter%20of%20getting%20creative%20and%20%E2%80%9Chacking%E2%80%9D%20the%20system%20in%20a%20way%20that%20works%20for%20you.&#038;via=viaT_Harv_Eker&#038;related=viaT_Harv_Eker' target='_blank' class='bctt-ctt-btn'rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Share on X<\/a><\/span>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Yes, you will probably have days where you are much more productive than others. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">But the good news is, we have nothing but time on our hands, so there are more than enough minutes in the day to play catch-up if we happen to get a little behind.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"s1\">What are your tips for staying productive while the kids are at home? 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