Many of us work eight hours a day, have two days off, and often find ourselves trapped in a routine that can be quite taxing. It seems like we have no other choice. After all, it's a commonly used system worldwide that many think works well... or does it?

Working from home could be an alternative to a 40-hour workweek, yet it comes with its own set of challenges. Self-control becomes a hurdle, and we should shift focus from the time we spend working to the actual results we achieve. Consider picking one day a week, preferably Friday, to plan your work strategically, aiming for productive outcomes.

Remote work should be task-oriented. However, while making to-do lists is a common recommendation, it's crucial to avoid overloading them with unrealistic expectations. When creating to-do lists, we often perceive ourselves as all-powerful beings, transcending time constraints that have no need for eating and resting. Ann Bogel, the founder of "What Should I Read Next?" proposes concentrating on one major project and prioritizing three key tasks. Ensure that you’ve tackled these priorities by the end of the day. Properly allocate time for personal and professional tasks, maintaining the boundary between home and work even when working remotely.

This shift towards a results-oriented mindset requires effort. Dominic Benford, a NASA astrophysicist, insists that meetings with colleagues can be significant, too. However, regular meetings just for the show will not do you or your productivity any good. Like your work, your meetings should be results-oriented, so you should only have meetings when they are truly needed. Actively organize meetings, initiate communication, and seek feedback from colleagues. Likewise, reevaluate the format of meetings to ensure they are not merely weekly gatherings but open opportunities for valuable feedback and suggestions that make a meaningful impact.

So, working from home, we should adopt a result-oriented approach. It enables remote teams to achieve better results in a shorter time frame, fostering productivity, engagement, and overall satisfaction.