The Complete Remote Work Products Guide

Congratulations on getting a remote work job! There are tons of benefits to working remotely, like flexible schedules, no commute, and more freedom.

However, there is definitely a change in lifestyle that comes with remote work. While it’s often a good change, it can be challenging to know what you need and where to start.

I’ve been working remotely for over 8 years, and I created this resource to be a complete guide to the products that are essential to boost productivity, increase comfort, and minimize some of the challenges that come with being a remote worker.

Space

Setting up a remote workspace is an essential first step. This determines where and how you work and allows you to create an office space that fits your life. In The Top 3 Reasons a Desk Should be Your First Remote Work Purchase we share all the details on how to create your ideal remote work setup!

I’ve found two products to be essential for any remote workspace:

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Essential Setup

These products are typically what comes to mind when you think about remote work. A monitor, keyboard, and mouse are pretty basic remote work products, so it’s important to choose the right ones for you.

Monitor

I recommend getting an extra monitor because having multiple screens helps you be more productive and efficient. Our post on Buying a Remote Work Monitor: 5 Important Things to Know will help you choose the best monitor for your space.

Audio & Video

As a remote worker, you’re probably going to be part of some video calls and virtual meetings.

Headset

In addition to a microphone, speakers are important for audio quality on video calls. However, I don’t always recommend large external speakers for remote workers. Instead, I suggest a good quality headset. This provides better audio quality for you because it blocks external noises, and many headsets also have the option to use an attached microphone.

If you’re looking for one that’s budget friendly, with good audio and an attached microphone, the Logitech H390 Headset is the best choice for you. It has a 10-ft cable that can connect to your computer and will provide a better audio and microphone quality than the ones included in your laptop.

Lighting

As a remote worker, your office space is often a guest bedroom or corner of the kitchen, and it may not have ideal light for video calls. It can be difficult to present yourself well when half your face is covered by a shadow, or the lighting is all dim. Thankfully, there are some great, simple options that can easily improve your lighting.

Windows

If you have the option to move your desk to face a window, the sunlight from outside will provide clear, natural light, which helps you look better and doesn’t cost anything!

If you want to light up something in the background (like a whiteboard, demonstration, shelf, etc), rather than your face, Govee has a huge variety of string lights, lamps, and even smart lights that can change color! Their products are a really fun addition to your office.

Power Supplies

There are tons of different options for power strips! Beyond the kids of power strips most people think of, with six outlets and a three-foot-long cord, there are options to plug directly into your wall, or have a longer cord, and some even offer up to eight or twelve outlets. Many power strips are also equipped with USB-C and USB-A ports, which can be really helpful for plugging in all your remote work devices.

For all the details on how to choose the best power strip for your remote work office, read our blog post: Power Strip Buyers Guide: 4 Important Things to Know!

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Geneverse also released their new HomePower PRO Series, so if you want something even more powerful, check out: 5 Reasons to Love the New Geneverse HomePower PRO Power Generators!

Writing

As a remote worker, you’ll need a good place to take notes, write down ideas, and keep track of your schedule. The Rocketbook is one of my favorite notebooks for remote workers, because it offers an innovative combination of physical notebooks and digital notes.

Rocketbook

You can write on your Rocketbook with any Pilot Frixion Pen, then open the Rocketbook App on your phone and simply snap a photo in the app! It will save the photo, then take all the text you wrote, transcribe it, and send it to your email, Google Drive, Microsoft One Drive, Microsoft OneNote, a slack channel, Evernote, and lots of other platforms on your device!

• Erase: Then, simply use the included Rocketbook Cloth to erase your notepad and reuse it over and over again!
• Search: Once you’ve uploaded your notes to the Rocketbook App, you can look back and easily access all your past notes. There’s even a search feature, so rather than flipping through an 80- or 100-page notebook to find your notes about a specific topic, you can simply open the app and search your handwritten notes for keywords!

Printers

Printers are a vital part of any remote work setup. They allow you to print documents, photos, and other materials that you need for work, school, or personal use. Printers come in all different shapes and sizes, so you can find one that fits your remote work needs.

Paper: For printing, I really like Hammermill Paper. I buy it in bulk to save time and money, and I never have to worry about running out of paper!

Paper Shredders

I’m a big fan of shredding paper! I even wrote a blog post about it: Best Paper Shredder – Buyer’s Guide.

Backpack

One of the biggest perks of being a remote worker is that you can work from anywhere! Most people work from their home office the majority of the time, but it can be nice to get a change of scenery, like a coffeeshop or co-working space. That’s why having a nice backpack to bring your laptop and other essentials is really helpful when you’re working remotely.

Hydration

We all know it’s important to stay hydrated, but as a remote worker, it can be especially difficult to remember to drink water. Staying hydrated prevents tiredness, boosts your mood, and improves the health of your whole body.

Mug

My favorite way to stay hydrated is with the Yeti Rambler Mug, because it’s sturdy, durable, and dishwasher safe! It comes in a ton of different colors, and sizes. I have the 14oz mug, which is a little shorter and looks like a coffee mug, with its side handle and insulated design. It’s great for coffee, hot cocoa, water, or even soup.

Temperature Control

As a remote worker, you get to control the temperature of your office! No more sweating or freezing in a big office building ;) Since you’ll be in your home office space almost every day, you want to make sure the temperature is as comfortable as possible for you while you work.

Fan

The first thing you’ll need is a fan. I suggest choosing one like Tower Fan, because it’s simple, efficient, and keeps the whole room cool.

There are also some desk fans, like the 6″ Clip Fan, which would be a great option for remote work as well.

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There you have it! The Complete Remote Work Products Guide!

One more important note: you don’t need to buy everything on this list as soon as you become a remote worker.

• Start at the top of the list with a desk and chair, and over the course of weeks, months, or years, you can slowly add to your remote work setup.
• It’s also completely normal for your home office space to change over time, so you might find that you need something else that I didn’t even mention, or you may not need everything on this list. This is just one resource that can help you get started!
• Congrats again on becoming a remote worker – you’ve got this!

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Thanks for reading! We hope this blog post helped you find some great remote work products. If you want to find a community of remote workers or have specific questions about any of the products in this blog post, tune into Ryan’s Live Morning Show, every weekday morning!