1. Set Boundaries. Working from home seems like the ultimate flexible job. But, if you don’t set clear boundaries with family, you can find yourself in a situation where you are not getting your work done. You still have a job to do with excellence.
2. Establish A Routine. What time will you start working each day? Where will you set up shop? When will you break for lunch? When will you quit for the day?
3. Rub It In. Yup, it is great to let folks know you now work from home. Nothing better than to hear someone say, “I could never do that.” Those are the ones who are the most jealous!
4. Stay Connected. Working from home does not mean you have to feel like you are on an island. You have all kinds of tools that can help you build relationships and connect with your colleagues regularly.
5. Know Your Weaknesses. Yes, we all have them. With this, I mean know what distracts you and remove them. If you can’t remove them, you will need to remove yourself.
6. Find Alternative Work Spaces. I love coffee shops. The only thing that distracts me there is an empty cup of coffee! The key is to find places that you can be comfortable, a place that doesn’t care how long you stay, and a place that has great wifi.
7. Invest In Pajamas. However, you can dress as casual as you want. If you have video-conferences, you can rock your “clothes mullet.” Business on the top, party on the bottom!
8. Engage Social Media. This sounds like a distraction, but it is an avenue for you to network, share your expertise in areas, and learn.   There are excellent articles, blog posts, and conversations that take place that are growth centered.
9. Communicate Regularly. People you work with need to know what you are working on. Similar to #4, this one is more focused on communicating work projects, not networking. Don’t become “out of sight, out of mind.”
10. Enjoy It. Nothing more to say, but congrats on landing a remote position. Be great.

For those of you who have had the opportunity or currently work remotely, please add to the list.