Working from home can be a great alternative to working in an office. Your company might provide you with the basic essentials such as a computer if you’re lucky. Though, you may have to spend some of your own money to stock up on office supplies.
We’ve put together a list of must-need work-from-home essentials that will help make your work day a bit more organized and efficient.
1. Post-it Notes
Post-it notes are a must-need for any office. Whether it’s jotting down little notes, saving passwords, or drawing doodles during a meeting. You have to go with the brand name because non of the others ever seem to stick as well.
2. Binder Clips, Paper Clips, and Rubber Bands
Papers get messy and unorganized very quickly. The best way to keep an organized workspace is with binder and paper clips. Also, who doesn’t use rubber bands? Rubber band ball anyone?
3. Desk Organizer
The best way to stay organized in your home office is with a desk organizer. Get a model that holds all your papers, folders, pens, pencils, and other accessories. If you want this type of product but don’t like this option, check out our list of best desk organizers.
4. Electric Air Duster
Desks get dirty. Dust gets in between the keys of your keyboard, which can lead to stuck or malfunctioning keys. An electric air duster can help keep your organized workspace looking and feeling cleaner.
5. Scissors
You’re probably thinking you’ve already got a pair at home. This is probably true but they’re probably some half-broken, hard plastic pair that is a pain to use. I didn’t think it would be such a big difference but upgrading to a comfortable pair can make it that much more comfortable chopping away at papers all week.
6. Power Strip Tower
Depending on how many monitors you have and other devices, cords add up. Having a tower power strip is the best way to organize your power needs and keep an efficient workspace. Also, it’s important to upgrade to a new surge protector model that can keep up with modern technology.
7. Mouse Pad
Using a mouse all day can be stressful on your wrist, not to mention a mouse will be smoother on a mouse pad surface. This option comes in a variety of styles and colors, so there’s sure to be an option you’ll like.
8. Arteza Gel Pens
Those that write a lot know that having the right pen can make all the difference. Whether it’s comfort grip or smooth, quick-drying ink, a good pen is worth it.
9. Stapler
Same as the old scissor issue, a good stapler can make a big difference. You want a stapler that makes it easy to punch away all day at some work papers.
10. Rose Gold Office Pack
Who doesn’t like matching office accessories? And, if you don’t feel like shopping around for individual items, an accessory pack is the best option.
Thank you for looking through our office essentials list. Please feel free to email us to let us know how we did and let us know any other lists you would like to see.
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