Solid technology and a few creature comforts go a long way when setting up your home office. Whether you’re a work-from-home pro or banished from the office due to the coronavirus, this gear will help you power through.
Wi-Fi and Connectivity
Step one when working from home is having a solid internet and Wi-Fi connection. If you’re working from a studio or one-bedroom residence, a single router with multiple antennas should be sufficient and easily blanket your living and working space with a solid wireless connection.
Desk and Workspace Solutions
Lap Desk
Working from home is not a vacation, despite how much it may feel like it at times. To that end, it’s a good idea to work at a desk or table like you might at the office, but not everyone has one at home. Enter the lap desk, which can help you stay focused and comfortable. Instead of lounging on the couch or in bed, constantly shifting around, a lap desk can accommodate a mouse and other items in an upright position. Because despite their name, laptops just aren’t convenient to use on your lap all day.
Stand-Up Balance Board
Working from home offers the opportunity to try something different, like using a balance board to stay energized and burn calories throughout the day. This is ideal if you have a standing desk, ledge, or high countertop.
The added benefit of an averaged sized lap desk is being able to store it in a closet or under the bed when you’re not WFH. Most should be portable and light enough to carry from room to room throughout the day.
Device Stands
If you do have a desk or table to work from, find a portable stand to keep your phone or tablet elevated. A flexible iPad stand which can hold the tablet vertically or horizontally, might be all you need to utilize the iPad as a main work machine. Having a stand will also allow you to get it at the perfect angle for conference calls.
Make Your Space More Comfortable
Wi-Fi Speaker
Music or sound can be key to staying focused and productive throughout the day. Noise-canceling headphones are a must for those stuck with an open-office plan, but at home, you can fill the room with your favorite tunes with the help of a wireless speaker.