More often than not, employers, employees, and entrepreneurs are working outside the traditional office environment for a portion of their time. As technology enables flexibility of location, work-life has crept into our homes, it tries to join us for dinner, and even into bed, with more of us than would admit checking emails before we go to sleep and as soon as we wake.

The reverse also becomes true as we try to accomplish work tasks with distractions and interruptions from home life and the home environment. A dedicated and separate, though still convenient work space can improve both sides of the equation.

Here are five benefits to a separate and dedicated work space at home:

1. Flexibility of time: eliminate your commute, work when you’re most productive, and live when you’re not.
2. Set up an environment conducive to work with the amenities and layout that maximize your productivity.
3. No excuses: many distractions which promote procrastination are now out of reach.
4. Switch off the light and close the door. When you leave for the day, you can leave your work behind.
5. Let your pride and personality show in your work space. It sets the stage for you and speaks to your clients.