As a manager I have to constantly be up to date with everything that is happening with my teams. That means going out in the field and work remotely, work from home and work from the office. Here you'll find everything that helped me and I think migh...
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Tech
Some things I bought on my own, some things I convinced my company to provide for me. All of the things made a big difference in my work.
I know it's labeled as a gaming laptop, but if you do anything relevant for work, it will serve you for a long time.
HP Victus 15.6 inch
The best mouse for office work.
Logitech MX Master 3S
Every manager should have something like this in his office. The amount of time you spend looking at your monitor matters.
CRUA 24" 165Hz/180Hz Curved Gaming Monitor
Stay ahead of your work even when you're out.
2022 Apple 10.9-inch iPad Wi-Fi + Cellular 64GB - Blue (10th Generation)
You simply can't go wrong with this.
Apple MacBook Pro - M3
If you turn off the backlight, it looks perfect for an office.
Wireless Keyboard with 7-Color Backlit
Just the thing you need to be connected to everyone at all times.
Apple Watch Series 9 45mm - Sport Band/Alum Case - Midnight
Office
For all the office decorations and storage solutions.
You can never have too much storage at your desk.
5 Tier Desk Organizer
I know it says gaming, but stay with me. Gaming equipment is more often than not perfect for work.
Gaming Mouse Pad 27.5x11.8 inch
I cannot even begin to explain through how many of these I go through on a weekly basis. pen+Gear never disapoints. Perforations make it easy to rip out the pages without any irregularities. It works amazing with my OCD.
Pen+Gear Perforated Legal Pad
I know it looks childish, but trust me, for personal use, this thing makes it so easy to separate information without any post-its or creases on the pages.
MANLINGDA Yellow Legal Pad Meeting Notes Notepad (3pcs)
This is for all those legal pads that I take into meetings. It makes me look more professional.
Pen+Gear Bonded Leather Padfolio
If you're working with a lot of documents or Architectural Drawings, this makes it so easy to mark things without actually writing on the documents.
Post-it® Flags
Of course, without these my life would be hell.
Post-it Super Sticky Notes
Pilot G2 Gel pen. What else is there to say. When my coworkers changed hundreds of pens, I'm still on my first.
The only risk with this pen is that it is so good that someone will 100% try to take it from you.
Pilot G2 Premium Retractable Gel Ink Rolling Ball Pen
Perfect box for keeping track of printed documents on a monthly basis.
Standard-Duty Corrugated Storage Box
Every office needs at leas one of these, or at least something like this.
Trendfurn Omnia 1-Door Roll Cart, 6 Drawers
Perfect storage solution if you have a lot of small things on shelves.
Azar Displays Tote Bins With Handles, X-Large, Clear, Pack Of 4 Bins
You know you always need these.
Non-Skid Paper Clips
This is not just for office use, me and my wife use it at home for everything!
Binder Clips, Small, 3/4" Wide, 3/8" Capacity, Black, 12 Clips Per Box, Pack Of 12 Boxes
Software
The best .dwg viewer out there. You can work with partial files or complete sets. .dwg .dxf .hpgl .scg .cgm
ABViewer | CADSoftTools
The only 2D and 3D modeling software that uses precise measurements that you will ever need. It is so commonly used in construction that there are unwritten rules about it being the default software for construction modeling.
Autodesk AutoCAD 2025
Adobe is one thing, but this program allows you to view 2D and 3D .pdf files, and it includes all the tools for precise measurements and markups that you will ever need in construction.
Revu Bluebeam
When you work from all around the world it is very important to keep your privacy and online security up to date.
Plus, you get to watch Netflix in every region in the world from your couch.
CyberGhost VPN
On-Site
I've been using it since I started working in construction. There have been other helmets here and there, but I always come back to this one.
Kask Superplasma Hi Viz Work Helmet
If you plan on keeping the helmet for long time, you better prepare!
Kask Visor Screw Set For Super Plasma Helmets
This works perfectly with the helmet. Its a must have for any noisy construction site.
Kask SC3 Orange Ear Defenders
This works perfectly in combination with ear defenders and the helmet. Any hands-on work you have to do, this is the perfect eye/face protection.
