For many, working from home has become the norm over the last year or so. While it does come with some perks, working from home can make it a little tricky to get into a productive routine. This is especially difficult for those who find themselves attached to a more traditional office setting.
After spending all this time working from home you’ve likely realised that the kitchen bench is not an ideal work space, and that you need more than just a laptop and a counter for a work day to be truly productive. The hybrid setting, which combines working from home and in the office, must be done properly, with a designated work area and the appropriate equipment. Setting yourself up in the right way will improve your output and better equip you for a healthy work-life balance. Investing in a proper working from home set up is key to making this new normal work.
Here are our favourite 10 WFH must-haves:
Anyone who sits for extended periods of time knows that an ache in your lower back means you need to get up and walk around. Sitting for long periods can affect not just your productivity, but also your well-being, and stretching and walking around can only offer temporary relief. According to research, workers’ productivity could be increased by as much as 17.5% by simply providing them with the right chair. So, when it comes to your health, your home-office chair is actually more important than your desk. An ergonomic chair allows you to maintain a good sitting posture at home, reducing back and neck pain. The right chair will offer you maximum lumbar support and help you to stay focused on your work for longer.
Spending long days banging away on a keyboard can cause wrist and hand strain. One of the key stepping stones to a safe digital life is reducing wrist strain by using an ergonomic keyboard. These keyboards are specially designed to keep your hands and wrists in a comfortable and natural typing position. The keyboard will help you in avoiding wrist injuries and discomfort, particularly if you type frequently. A wireless keyboard has the added benefit of allowing you to type while relaxing in your chair, without the risk of a tangled cord.
A monitor mount is a sturdy yet flexible ergonomic arm that supports your screen/s. Unlike a conventional monitor stand, a monitor mount allows you to adjust and move your monitor’s height, angle, and position for the most comfortable working position, allowing you to improve your posture and reduce eye-strain.
In the digital world, we are constantly bombarded with distractions. The human brain is better able to remember things when they are physically written down. Keeping a whiteboard close by allows you to step away from your device and take some time to write some notes, jot down ideas, and map out your day. A whiteboard doesn’t have to be a huge thing that takes up a tonne of space, smaller desktop whiteboards are a great solution for those who are working from home.
Laptop Stand
A handy accessory that can turn your laptop into a desktop. A laptop stand helps to bring your laptop’s screen closer to eye level, improving your posture and reducing eye-strain.
When you work from home you’re inevitably going to need to plug in more devices, putting extra pressure of your power. Keep your devices safe with a surge protector. They’re an inexpensive way to protect your gear against random power spike damage. They can be easily secured to the walls, baseboards, or furniture keeping it out of sight.
If you spend the bulk of your day in front of a screen, scrolling, clicking, and you tend to struggle with hand, and finger pain, an ergonomic mouse could be the answer. A better contour to your hand shape allows seamless and effortless scrolling, and as a result the palms are less stressed, and pain is reduced.
Poor office lighting can zap your energy, dampen your mood, trigger eyestrain and headaches, and eventually hinder your ability to function. A desk lamp that is adjustable can direct light precisely where it is needed. A soft glow gives the workspace a warm, comfortable feel that mellows the atmosphere and reduces tension.
Although you might not be involved in any stressful physical activity, sitting in the same place for an extended period can lead to problems. Poor circulation, lower back pain, and poor posture. To relieve the pain and physical tension that sitting at a desk can cause, it is strongly recommended that you have an ergonomic footrest under your desk, particularly if you’re on the shorter side.
Tangled cables aren’t just annoying, they can also make troubleshooting technological issues difficult. The constant sight of untamed wires and cords can make you feel disorganised which can result in lower productivity. Cable binders, trays, or clips are a great solution for cable management, tidying up your workspace, and freeing up your mind.
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