What is one thing you bought for your home office since quarantine that was the most worth it?

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Herman Miller chair. I splurged on it recently and it’s worth it. Think about how much time we sit on our desks and the strain it puts on our bodies. Do it.

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Solid advice. I did the same and don't regret a penny.

Two tiered monitor riser. My neck has never felt better.

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Second this! Please share!

Houseplants. They cheer me up

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Homer style glasses that make it look like you’re awake on a zoom call

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Should about cover it

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Leather desktop mat that my mouse/keyboard go on, was like $20 on amazon and has a nice lux feel to it. That and a wireless charging pad for my phone

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Knodel Desk Pad, Office Desk Mat,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D671F8P?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Free option but it’s a game changer - make your big screen your main, center monitor and put your laptop to the side. So much easier on your eyes. Regular keyboard and mouse are much better than laptop as well.

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Yes did the same thing about a month ago and wish I had done so from the beginning. Huge difference

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The mosaic background that people see when I’m on zoom calls. It gets commented on all the time and has ended up being a conversation starter with clients.

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Herman Miller chair, difference is incredible

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I see foldable desks going for $100. Any foldable standing desks out there?

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In an attempt to be healthier, I built a permanent standing desk. Now, once every couple hours my Apple Watch reminds me “it’s time to stand up” and I feel superior to all those chair sitters out there.

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Has anyone used gliders that stick on tyres of office chair, for better movement over the carpet?

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Hello RSM coworkers! I am thrilled to be moving to RSM into a Scheduler roll. I just found out yesterday and want to be as prepared as possible in the next steps.

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How long does the background study take? I'm guessing admin staff have a study that is faster and less complicated than someone in Tax ect.

When training at home what did you need that wasn't supplied by RSM? My home office is well stocked but I want to be as prepared as possible.

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Have you ever tried to bring about a change/stood up for something at home/office etc. Did it succeed/fail? How was the experience?

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I rearrange my home office several times a year. Idk why but every 4 months I need to change it up. Anyone else do this?

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Joining Deloitte in 2weeks. What Deloitte send laptop, do they send extra monitor, keyboard and mouse? Or does it need to be purchased using $1000 productivity subsidy? And do we need to use Amex card to purchase and then reimburse?

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Making himself at home in my home office!

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1099 or w-2 ? I have been given the option though the company prefers w-2. It’s a day rate booking couple of months or more (no end date). I already have 1099 from similar company this year and am leaning towards 1099, but I don’t want to be difficult. I do take home office deduction and they are not supplying any equipment. Suggestions?

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Anyone know if the wellness subsidy would cover an office chair? Or does D cover office supplies or nah? Looking to upgrade my home office. Thx!

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Favorite office chair?

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