With what could be a permanent change toward remote working for the foreseeable future, picking up the essentials early to start your new remote working journey could be essential in succeeding – remote work may also lead to the growth of digital nomads too, and if you are looking for remote jobs then having the equipment to facilitate the change will make all the difference. But what are some of the essentials that will make your change not only much easier, but also future proof you in the long run too?
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Your primary work machine – If you’re on the road or on the move a lot, then your primary working machine will likely need to be a laptop that not only fits all your needs for business, but also match your personal needs too. With that in mind, there are some criteria that you should certainly consider, something lightweight and easy to repair should be on your list. If you’re lugging it around and taking it in and out of your bag, you don’t want anything too bulky, and if you’re out on the road you’ll want something you’re able to fix up with any small errors yourself without relying on repair shops. Between your laptop and mobile device, you should be able to cover all the work necessary, you’ll just have to make sure to keep both in commission at all times.
A good microphone and webcam – It may seem like something that takes up unnecessary space, especially if you’ve got a headset and built-in webcam for your laptop too, but if you’re going to be taking important meetings through the likes of Zoom or similar platforms, you’ll want to be able to deliver in the highest quality where your connection is permitting. A good 1080p webcam and solid desktop mic can be had for quite cheap, and will change the experience of the people attending any meetings you’re present in.
Portable wifi and charging options – To stay secure online, you don’t want to rely on public connections all the time as they may not always be the safest – similarly, chewing through all your mobile data may not be a great idea either. A portable wi-fi device can certainly help here, and you can typically pay for what you use. In a similar vein, you may not always have access to great power and staying online may be a primary concern here, having a power bank isn’t something new or exciting, but having one large enough to cover your requirements certainly helps, keeping in mind that some locations may have travel restrictions on certain sizes for portable batteries and power banks, so you’ll have to make sure to come under the necessary requirement.
