Nobody's checking if you're working. That's the freedom and the trap.
After years of remote work, I learned motivation isn't about discipline. It's about systems. I set daily goals, not hours. Track outputs, not time spent. And when motivation dips? I recharge working out and walking in nature.
The hardest part? Forgiving yourself for unproductive days. They happen. The key is showing up tomorrow. Your boss is you now. Be a good one.
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