Für Freelancer, die ab und zu mit Motivationsproblemen zu kämpfen haben, ist dies bestimmt eine nützliche Quelle:


11. “Remind yourself of the reason that you freelance. Perhaps you’re freelancing because you really need the money — a quick look at your checkbook may be all that it takes to bring yourself back to the reality of needing to finish your project. Or, maybe you freelance because you really disliked the corporate cubicle environment. If so, taking a moment to picture yourself back in a cubicle may jumpstart your productivity.”

- Erinnern sie sich daran, warum sie Freelancer geworden sind. Ihr übergeordnetes Ziel zu verfolgen, sollte ihnen wieder Kraft zum Weitermachen geben.


12. “Make sure that your work environment is comfortable. It’s easy to forget about comfort when setting up a home office, but an uncomfortable workspace can definitely deflate your motivation. If you’re going to spend long periods of time on the computer, then you should make sure that you have a comfortable environment. Make sure that your chair is adjusted properly and that your monitor and keyboard are at the proper height for your body.”

- Gehen sie sicher, dass ihr Arbeitsplatz motivationsstiftend eingerichtet ist. Grundregeln des Sitz-Komforts sollten ebenso wie in Bürogebäuden eingehalten werden.


13. “Change your work environment. As a freelancer you can work pretty much anywhere — the kitchen table, the couch, the car, the backyard, you name it and you can probably work there. Also, remember that many public areas such as libraries and coffee shops offer WiFi access. There’s no rule that says you have to work inside your home, so you may find that a change of scenery helps bolster your desire to work.”

- Einfach mal den Arbeitsort ändern. Vielleicht kommt mit dieser Veränderung neben der Motivation auch zusätzliche Kreativität wieder.


14. “Schedule breaks. If you find your motivation is waning, make sure to schedule regular breaks for yourself. Tell yourself that you’re going to take fifteen minutes off after you complete x amount of work. When you do take a break, don’t just continue to sit at your computer. Get up and take a walk, run a short errand, or do some exercises. You’ll find that not only do you look forward to each break, but that each break renews and refreshes your energy and creativity. “

- Pausen einplanen und sich in diesen auch mit völlig anderen Dingen beschäftigen ist sehr hilfreich, um den eigenen “Akku” wieder aufzuladen. Wie auch der Autor schreibt, sollte man nicht an seinem Platz sitzen bleiben, sondern wenn möglich in einen anderen Raum oder sogar aus dem Gebäude gehen und versuchen – auch räumlich - Abstand zu seinen Aufgaben zu bekommen.


15. “Plan a reward for yourself. Bribery can and does work when it comes to staying motivated. If you’re working on a particularly long or difficult project, tell yourself that when you complete this project you’ll be able to do x (with x being something that you’ll look forward to). Your reward could be as simple as watching a movie that you’ve been wanting to see, or as large as buying something for yourself that you’ve wanted for a long time.”

- Belohnen sie sich! Ihr Chef würde ihnen auch zusätzliche Anreize geben, warum sollten sie es nicht bei sich selbst auch?


16. “Alternate projects. In general, it’s best to avoid interruptions. However, if you find yourself getting bogged down in a particular project (and your schedule allows for it), then you may went to switch to a different project for a while. Be careful to choose something that uses a different part of your skillset. Often working on something different for a while lets you return to the project that you were “stuck” on with fresh energy and fresh ideas.”

- Wenn sie schon Pausen gemacht haben, ist es vielleicht an der Zeit eine andere Aufgabe einzuschieben. Etwas Abwechslung stiftet oft wieder Motivation


17. “Picture the work already completed. When you are working alone on a large project it can seem like the work is going on forever without any end in sight. In such instances, it can be helpful to look ahead and envision what it will be like when the project is completed. Imagine the relief that you will feel knowing that the project is finally done and done well. Try to picture yourself getting payment and perhaps compliments for the final work.”

- Stellen sie sich ruhig auch einmal bildlich vor, wie es sein wird, wenn die Arbeit getan ist. Dieses künstlich erzeugte Glücksgefühl gibt ihnen möglicherweise den nötigen Schwung zum Weitermachen.


18. “Have regular routine. Habits can be powerful things. It’s a proven fact that a habit can be very difficult to break. Some people have made a small fortune with books and courses to help people break their bad habits. In the case of freelancing, habits can be a good thing. If you develop the habit of working during a certain part of the day, every day, then you you’ll find it much easier to schedule your time and ensure that all projects are completed on time.”

- Versuchen sie auf lange Sicht eine Arbeitsroutine zu erschaffen. Hier ist es nicht wichtig, dass dies ein Arbeitstag von 8 bis 5 ist. Entscheidend ist, dass sie diese Routine oft genug wiederholen, um es als selbstverständlich anzusehen, zu dieser Zeit zu arbeiten.


19. “Take care of your health. It’s no fun working when you are sick, and that’s a fact. Fortunately, a lot of health problems can be prevented. Take measures to make sure that you stay as healthy as you possibly can. Eat right. Get enough rest and exercise. See your doctor on a regular basis and follow his or her recommendations. The better you feel, the more work that you will be able to get done.”

- Krankheiten sind selbstverständlich Motivations-“Killer”. Deshalb ist es wichtig Krankheiten z.B. durch gesunde Ernährung vorzubeugen.


20. “Develop a support group. It’s important to have friends and interests outside of your work as well as colleagues who can understand and support what you’re going through. We’ve already discussed the importance of overcoming loneliness and building a flesh-and-blood support group. If you haven’t already taken these steps, you should. I can’t emphasize enough the value of having friends and confidantes for a freelancer.”

- Nutzen sie ihre Bezugspersonen, um sich zusätzliche Motivation “einreden” zu lassen. Oft kommt so viel leichter wieder eine positive Arbeitsmoral zustande, als durch gänzlich eigene Versuche.

Quelle:
http://freelancefolder.com/ten-tips-to-stay-motivated-even-when-you-really-