Just started my career and want to get a good work from home setup. Any must have recommendations + pro tips?

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1) Apple magic keyboard and mouse
2) large, curved 4K monitor
3) Smart speaker / stereo system
4) high-end chair
5) separate sitting area (lounge area) for more creative work or to break up the day

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- Monitor — if you’re going to go with just one, opt in for a 34”
- quality desk chair. I am currently using a Herman Miller Aeron, which you can find used for around $275-300
- gaming mouse or an ergonomic mouse
- mechanical keyboard
- standing desk

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Your pants don’t matter!!!So be as comfy as you can with your lower 😝😝

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Don’t over invest, but your productivity will definitely benefit from having a great setup.

-Logitech’s Master Series (mouse and keys) is fantastic
-Get a webcam, so you’re not using your laptop’s camera
-definitely a comfy chair. I’d love a standing desk, but not in my budget yet hehe
-I have two extra monitors, probably worth about $150 each. They get the job done!

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Don’t work on your couch like I have for the past year. My posture deeply regrets it but now I can’t not be in front of my tv.

A good chair with neck support! Will change the game. And some eye drops since you’ll be in the computer long hours.

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