If for you too, teleworking rhymes with additional expenses not provided for in the budget… In this article, you will find all the keys to help you see the good sides of this new way of working.
Telecommuting: first tip… Cook yourself!
While working from home, you can save up to €2,200 per year by preferring to cook yourself rather than having it delivered. Not everyone has time to cook every day… We know that! Besides, that’s why we advise you to use batch cooking techniques! Otherwise, you can prepare a dish in large quantities and save the leftovers for the meals that follow.
Telecommuting: watch your leftovers so you don’t waste anything
Telecommuting: another solution to save? Avoid waste ! To do this, you just have to watch your refrigerator and the expiry dates. Also, you can look at our anti-waste tips to use all the vegetables and fruits.
Also, be aware that not all foodstuffs expire. No need to throw them all blindly!
Organization is one of the keys to saving time and money. By knowing in advance all the dishes you are going to eat this week, your shopping will now be cheaper and much faster!
You can therefore compare the promotional offers of the different supermarket brands in order to choose in which to do your shopping. But also to provide inexpensive menus.
Telecommuting: save on the bill
Who says telecommuting, means spending more time at home, turning on the light longer, heating more, doing the dishes more often… So think about reducing your energy bills by limiting the thermostat.
In fact, lowering the heating by one degree actually reduces its consumption by 7%. Prefer 17°C in the bedrooms (see 16°C at night) and 19°C in the living rooms. Take advantage of natural light rather than turning on your lamps all day. To do this, you have to work in the brightest room in your house. Finally, remember to unplug your charger when you are not using your computer or phone.
Telework as a group
If your telework space allows it of course, invite friends or colleagues to work. In fact, all additional costs will be shared and you will no longer be alone for breaks.
No more coffee break at the cafe
Are you a fan of coffee/tea breaks outside? Know that you can save an average of €500 by having your coffee at home. Go to an appliance store to buy a coffee machine!
Exercise at home
Telecommuting: use the time you save by no longer taking public transport to go do weight training, yoga or a jog. Finished the gym! Instead, prefer to exercise at home – or outside – and earn between 500 and 600 € per year!
In fact, there are plenty of videos on social media today to find easy-to-do, apartment-friendly exercises.
