837: Remote Work From Home Masterplan: Implement the Entrepreneur Lifestyle with Mike Arnold

Mike Arnold is a work-from-home entrepreneur with expertise in business management, business development, time management, strategy, efficiency, and coaching. He is the author of the book "Slacking Off," which aims to help people be happier and more efficient while working from home. Today, Mike talks about the challenges of working from home, including the need to have a plan and set boundaries to avoid distractions and maintain productivity. He emphasizes the importance of prioritizing self-care and being present during work tasks to ensure optimal performance.

In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Mike shares practical strategies for thriving as a remote worker, emphasizing the need for a personal plan, boundaries, and focus. He stresses that success in remote work comes from dedicating time to yourself first, managing distractions intentionally, and being fully present in meetings and calls. Mike highlights his book, Slacking Off, which provides exercises and insights to help remote workers analyze their habits, maintain work-life balance, and create personalized productivity strategies. He also discusses the broader impact of his work in medical technology, helping patients recover from home while providing efficiency for healthcare providers. Key takeaways include the importance of self-discipline, structured interaction for camaraderie, and mastering the balance between personal well-being and professional output.

Quotes

“The biggest principle is that when I’m 100% dedicated to me first, my performance is amazing. When I feel great, the rest of the day is effortless.”

“Working from home requires planning and intentionality—freedom without a plan often leads to wasted time.”

“Everyone benefits from understanding how they ‘slack off.’ Take a day, avoid work, and write down what you do—that’s the first step to mastering remote work.”

“Distractions, Zoom fatigue, and lack of camaraderie are real challenges, but structured focus and purposeful engagement can overcome them.”

Resources

• Michael W Arnold on Facebook
• Get a copy of Slacking Off: A Successful Way to Work from Home by Michael W Arnold on Amazon

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Filed in: Archive 4: 2020-2023 • Interview • Podcast