Although you’d probably love to take two months off to plan your residential move, it’s not an option for most people. So how do you get it done?
There are many options, from hiring professional packers to hiring nannies to take care of your kids. They all depend on your situation.
Try these tips to keep your work productivity in check while you prepare to relocate.
Start Early
Moving almost always takes longer than you expect. Early progress feels great, but then it starts to slow down. You may get tired and find that you’re not getting as much done as you did at the beginning of the process.
The best solution for this is time. If you can give yourself 2 to 3 months to prepare, you’ll have a chance to work through exhaustion and burnout. In addition, you’ll be more likely to strike a good balance between work and moving obligations.
Keep a Manageable Work Schedule
Now, when you’re relocating, it is not the time to step up your work schedule. Instead, you need a manageable number of hours that give you enough time and energy to focus on your moving process and logistics in your off-hours.
It’s particularly challenging for those people winding down one job and getting ready to start a new one. But it’s still a good idea to know your limits and stick to them. You’ll be better off making smaller commitments than making big ones and not fulfilling them.
Break Up Responsibilities
It’s tempting to leave work for the weekdays and moving responsibilities for the weekend, but it often doesn’t work that way. Most people only have 2 to 3 good hours of packing each day before they get too tired to continue.
Instead, make a plan that provides time for packing and taking breaks. Then put on your favorite show or movie and empty some drawers. You don’t have to spend hours on it — even 30 to 60 minutes each weekday adds up to five hours that you wouldn’t have otherwise.
Consider Professional Packing Services
To bypass most of this physical labor, hire your full-service moving company to pack up your belongings. When you select this service, professional packers come in and pack up your belongings for you. If you’re short on time, this packing service helps ensure that you are ready to move on the big day.
Ask for Help
Even if you plan to do all the packing on your own, there’s a high likelihood that you may need help. Families often need childcare so they can focus on packing. If you have a yard with much upkeep, you may not have as much time to dedicate.
Taking care of everything yourself is great, but sometimes it’s too impractical. So instead, hire out or delegate some tasks. Even ordering food delivery on busy packing nights can make it easier to balance responsibilities.
Moving Soon? Contact Us
Most people have to balance work and moving responsibilities which aren’t always easy. We are here to help. From packing to special crating to heavy lifting, we can help make your move a little easier. Schedule your upcoming move, contact us for a quote.