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Work From Home Remote Essentials: Living The Dream
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items Let’s be honest, working from home isn’t always the privileged dream it’s made out to be. Kids, pets, neighbors, and tech hiccups can push even the calmest among us to the edge of sanity. That’s where this list comes in. These essentials are designed...
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Core Essentials
Critical Comforts
Favorite Extras
Core Essentials
Start with the non-negotiables. These are the core items that make remote work work: the tech that keeps you connected, the tools that keep you functional, and the basics that keep your setup from collapsing into chaos. Whether you’re wrangling sprea...
You should have at least one quality monitor. This one has everything you need and should be big enough to see everything you need.
Samsung 27” Monitor
Do you NEED a top of the line monitor? Probably not. Get a decent tv that serves as a monitor without the monitor prices. Pro Tip: Don't go too big, or you'll burn your eyes out.
Secondary 32" Monitor
This device allows you to extend your laptop screen across 2 additional monitors. And not that worthless mirroring stuff. Two additional screens worth of space. Works with both mac and pc.
Multi Screen Monitor Extender Hub
Free up space on your desk by mounting your monitors on the wall.
Wall Mount for Most 19–50" TVs
If you're renting or just don't want to put a bunch of holes in your wall, get one of these for each monitor. A single stand gives a bit more flexibility on placement than a dual stand.
Desktop Mount for Monitors up to 35” Wide
Make sure you are seen only when you want to be seen with this webcam cover. Now, you might think it's better to get one that matches your laptop color. But, I think it's better if it doesn't blend in to your computer and gets forgotten.
Webcam Cover - Silver
I prefer having a keyboard that's wired, so I'm not charging it all the time. This one is wired, has light up keys, and includes 10 key as well.
Wired Keyboard with 10 Key and Lights
Don't be tricked by the features on the more expensive mice. The last thing you want to do is to accidentally hit one of the side buttons on a gaming mouse and lose all your work. Stick with this simple mouse that will last forever.
Wireless Mouse: Simple & Reliable
It's a mouse pad. Pretty simple, but reliable and useful.
Mouse Pad - Black
You can never have enough usb ports. This one has 7 and works for both PC and Mac.
USB 3.0 7 Port USB Hub
A small upgrade that makes a noticeable difference. Elevating your laptop creates space for a separate keyboard and mouse, helping your desk feel a little more organized, even if it's still full of coffee mugs and stray sticky notes. Pro Tip: Raising...
Laptop Stand with Adjustable Height and Angle
You could use your bluetooth headset for your phone, but it's better to have a dedicated option for work.
Wireless Bluetooth On-ear Headset With Noise-Canceling Microphone
Triple the number of available outlets over standard wall outlets.
2 Pack 6 Outlet Extender, Multi Plug Wall Outlet Splitter
A surge protector is essential for making sure your electronics are protected.
10-Outlet Surge Protector With USBs
Nothing beats jotting notes down on a piece of paper that you can't ignore. Keep things organized with these notepads.
6 Pack of Notepads
Keep all your cords and cables organized and out of the way. Mounts on the wall and paintable, if you want it to blend in.
On-Wall Cable Concealer Cord Cover Kit
Eh. The dreaded printer. If you need one though, try this. It has refillable ink, so maybe it will save you some money. Please just run a test sheet once a month to make sure the nozzles don't get plugged up and ruin your printer.
HP Smart Tank 6001 Wireless All In One Supertank Inkjet Printer
Keep track of time and make sure you stop working at the end of the day. And make sure to take breaks.
Retro Metal Wall Clock: Multi Colors
This is more of a reminder to get a desk, than an actual recommendation. I don't know what size of a room you're working with, if you have the space, etc. Just get something that's tall enough for your chair to fit under and with enough room that you...
Computer Desk
Critical Comforts
Once the basics are in place, it’s time to build a space you actually want to be in. This section is all about reducing physical strain, dialing up the ambiance, and making your home office feel a little less… corporate. But not too relaxed. Whether ...
You're going to be sitting down most of the day. Make sure you're comfortable. I prefer the chairs with footrests. Not exactly as a footrest, but more to cross my legs.
Big and Tall Office Chair with Footrest Lumbar Support - Black
If you'd prefer more of a gaming chair type style, this one would work.
Adjustable Gaming Chair with Footrest - Various Colors
Proper posture is important. Make sure to sit up straight or you're going to be miserable.
Foot Rest: Ergonomic Under Desk
You're going to need more than your office light to clearly see what you're working on. Make it easier with this lamp that also has room for charging your phone and space for post it notes.
Desk Lamp With USB Port For Charging
Having a radio for background noise will keep you going through out the day. And this one looks pretty cool with it's vintage look!
AM/FM Radio and Bluetooth Speaker
You won't know it, but you're going to stink up your office. So, make sure you keep things fresh with an air freshener.
Febreze Plug Scent Booster Refresh & Energize Starter Kit
Keep your day flowing smoothly with a nice fan that doesn't take up a lot of room.
Small Oscillating Tower Fan: Black
Lighting is important when you're on Zoom. All day. For your 10 meetings that could have been done through email. At least have some fun with proper lighting.
Heart Shaped Rainbow Cam Kit
For a professional look on your Zoom calls, grab this ring light. Features a stand.
Cam Lighting Kit
Cut out distractions, background noise, and focus on work with a white noise machine. Bonus: If you have to travel for work, this is great for all the random hotels you'll be staying in.
White Noise Multi Sound Machine with Nightlight
Keep people from bothering you while you're supposed to be working. One of the toughest parts of working from home is people thinking you should be available because you're home.
Meeting in Progress / Do Not Disturb Gray Wood Sign
Favorite Extras
Not everything in your setup needs to be cubical-critical to be worthwhile. These are the upgrades that add personality, comfort, and maybe just a bit of indulgence. Think of them as the finishing touches that make your workspace feel less like a cor...
Why walk back and forth to the kitchen every hour? Just plug this in have refreshments within arms reach. Plus, it only uses on average $29 a year in energy.
Mini Fridge
Ok, so this one is your own personal tv. Mount it out of sight from your laptop. It'll be great for background noise while you're working.
Personal 43" LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV
Depending on how micro managing your job is, a mouse jiggler could be a must have. Don't be crazy and leave it on for hours, but if you need to take a little break, it will be worth it. PSA: Do NOT plug it into your work computer. Straight into a wal...
Mouse Jiggler
Do you need a portable hard drive? Maybe not. But is it good to have in case you need to keep a separate record of what you have done? Yes.
Portable Hard Drive: 2TB External USB 3.0
Having extra storage allows you the easy option to plug and go if you have files you don't want to store on your work's cloud servers. Why blue? So you can find it easily in your laptop bag.
Flash Drive USB 2.0 - Blue 64GB
Give your cat a place to hang out when it's not walking on your keyboard or laying on your laptop.
Cat Tree
Make sure your dog has a place to hang out while it's waiting for you to finish whatever it is you do in between walks.
3-Sided Bolster Dog Bed
Get a personal laptop. Do not do any personal things on your work laptop. Not just because your job will see what you access, but also because if you ever leave, then you're going to need to transfer everything to your personal one anyway. Just keep ...
Personal Laptop
Want to go all out on those Zoom calls with the tropical beach background? Get a green screen to get the best quality results.
Extra Wide Portable Green Screen
You might be sitting down all day working, but it's going to feel like you were working a labor intensive job by the end of the day. Take care of yourself with this massage gun.
Massage Gun
If you have the room, an inversion table is great. Especially if you're sitting at a desk all day. It'll give your spine a chance to reset.
Inversion Table