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IF YOU ’ VE GOT AN ENTIRE room or a private home office , seize the opportunity to transform it into the ideal working environment . Lister says that paying attention to the design of your office — everything from how you set up your equipment to the lighting you choose — makes a huge difference . For example , how you position your monitor can impact glare on the screen , and choosing the right lighting can reduce strain on your eyes . It ’ s a good idea to walk through the National Institutes of Health ’ s ergonomic self-assessment to check your setup .
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2 / printer HP Envy Inspire
3 / desktop HP Z2 Mini
you a vivid visual presence and superior sound , blocking distracting background noise and automatically framing you while you speak , even if you ’ re pacing around . A robust printer like the HP Envy Inspire can handle printing , copying , and scanning work documents and presentations , but also homework , creative projects , and photos for others in your household . For creators , the petite HP Z2 Mini desktop PC offers high-powered computing with a small footprint . And investing in a second monitor can help with multitasking and also boost productivity .
“ A dual or wide-screen monitor would pay for itself in increased productivity ,” says Lister . Research consistently shows that dual monitors can increase productivity — in some cases by more than 40 %.
Along with the right tech , it ’ s important to make your space inviting so that you actually want to spend time there . Since you have the space , put down a homey rug that makes you happy , and keep your coffee warm with a rechargeable , temperature-control mug so you don ’ t have to make a run to the kitchen .
Add personal touches that will bring you joy throughout the workday . Perhaps try bringing in some greenery with self-watering plants that will ( hopefully ) stay alive without any extra effort , light your favorite scented candles , or hang up some fairy lights .
Coutinho , for example , added frames with pictures of family and friends , and motivational quotes she finds inspiring . “ That helps me reset when I feel out of touch or overwhelmed with work ,” she says .
4 / monitor HP Z32 G3
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