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Tips To Be Productive When Working At Home During COVID-19

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The Coronavirus outbreak has caused almost all Companies in India to deploy “work from home” for their employees. The need for remote work is to maintain social distancing which in turn is essential to slow down the spread of the virus. While some people may be comfortable with the work from home practice, others may feel it be a daunting task. Staying productive at home definitely takes extra effort. Also, isolation can quickly become a downer for those who are used to socializing at work. To avoid that ‘stuck’ feeling while working from home, here are few tips to maximize your productivity at home. Select a place, Get dressed and set a proper schedule Once you have decided to start working, try to set a schedule. Find a place at home where you can work without getting disturbed and set it as your place to work every day. If you are not comfortable with the place you choose to work, your productivity will be affected. Do all the things you would do to get prepared for an office role;

Does Exercise Boost Immunity?

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Amidst the coronavirus threat, the most important preventive measure to keep away illness is to keep your immunity levels up. And exercising for 30 minutes a day can boost your immunity levels and keep you in good health. While we give you a list of exercise approaches that you can follow, consult your doctor before you start planning your routine physical activity. Doing moderate activities everyday couple with a healthy diet is enough to keep you in good health; there is no need for the workout to be strenuous. So, keep a moderate routine plan of 30 minutes every day; or break the 30 minutes routine into three 10 minutes chunks or consider doing three 10 minutes bursts of exercise to add that intensity to your workout. Regular exercise will keep your blood pressure under control and improve your lung capacity and keep your weight in check, which will help in boosting the immune system. Here are some exercises which will help in boosting the immune system. Cardio Exercises These are a

7 Quick Ways To Get Your Home Ready For Summer

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With the temperatures rising continuously each passing day, it is ideal for you to get your home summer ready with few essential tweaks in the decor. Easy ways like opting for lighter hues, packing away the rugs, rearranging furniture and few more simple tricks can give your apartment a wonderful Summer makeover. 1. Use Light Shades Try and use lighter shades for your curtains and furnishings since it gives a soothing feel during the summers. This is also infact a great way to add lightness and freshness to your rooms 2. Softer Fabrics Usage of softer materials for bed-sheets, pillow covers and curtains is apt during the hot season. Swap your upholstery and cushion covers with lighter fabrics and cooler prints to give your room a nice summery, breezy vibe. 3. Keep your Windows and Doors Closed 30 percent of unwanted heat comes from your windows during the day, so it’s ideal to keep your doors and windows closed during the hottest part of the day. You can open the windows in the evening

8 indoor plants for positive energy

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Nature has an incredible power to heal and bring positivity to our lives. While urban dwellers don’t live amidst nature at its pristine form, they may grow indoor plants to attract good vibes and energy. The following are 8 indoor plants to fill your homes with positivity and happiness. Peace Lilly Peace lilies are one of the most popular choices among office and home indoor plants. Lilies are said to improve mental and physical health along with spiritual well-being. This plant purifies air by breaking down harmful indoor gases and increases the flow of positive energy in your home. It is a shade loving plant with bright white blooms, you can place them indoors where sunlight doesn’t fall directly on the plant. Jasmine Jasmin plant with its unique fragrance is a soothing delight to minds helping you overcome all worries and sleep tight. The plant grows well both indoors and outdoors, when keeping Jasmine indoors take care to place them in areas where there is enough sunlight and good

Tips for Working Safely in Construction During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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As regions and states are opening up again by following strict rules it is essential to adapt the protocols and take the necessary measures to resume the work at constructions sites. It’s important to remain informed and updated about the outbreak conditions to implement prevention measures accordingly.  Here are 5 tips to keep construction sites safe for your workers:   Maintain Social Distance:   Now, the aim shouldn’t be to just complete the work, it should be to complete the work safely. Plan the work to manage the work while maintaining social distance. Secure six-foot markers at work areas and ensure the employees maintain the six feet distance every time. Social distancing limits our contact with others and reduces the risk of contracting the virus.   Make Masks and Gloves Compulsory   Masks keep you from getting the virus and stops you from giving it to others. Make sure that everyone at the site and everyone visiting the site wears masks and gloves all the time. Gloves should

Best Home Office Decor Ideas 2021

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With more people opting for work from home, designated office space at home has become a necessity for all. Your workspace should be a place that can inspire you, help you think clearer and increase your productivity. No matter if you have a corner or an entire room, style your space considering your requirements and comforts.   Here are a few Home Décor tips for your home office:  Make it Personal:  Add personal items like photographs, posters or decorative items. When you add personal items, the workspace becomes more inviting and make you feel committed to your work. You’ll also feel a sense of belongingness, and that will make you feel more relaxed and clear your thoughts.   Include Natural elements:  Natural elements make you feel freer and can have a positive impact on you. Setting up your office space near a window to get a view of the outside world and even including indoor plants helps to improve your productivity.   Manage colour, lighting and shapes:  Different colours have

Why this New year is the best time to invest in Real Estate?

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The real estate market has seen numerous highs and lows over the years and the pandemic was one of the most impactful events. Even though Covid-19 had a negative impact, it also provided an opportunity for this sector to evolve and embrace the new trends by changing their work strategies to serve their customers better than before. Investing in real estate is considered to be an ideal option because of the higher returns in the long run.  Most customers were uncertain of finalising deals as they waited for the right time during the pandemic and have delayed it further due to the same. But this pandemic has also established the importance of owning a home and why it is the best time to invest in real estate now.  The Covid effect  Majority in urban places preferred staying in rentals before Covid-19 and there is a change in this behaviour. These people are slowly leaning towards the idea of owning a home. The uncertainty of the financial situation has been a learning experience for the