Looking for WFH must-haves, everything from daily routines to your favorite set that makes you feel put together while still being comfortable. I’m new to it so lemme know! 🪩💻⚡️

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sunset strip mall · Answer

adjustable standing desk: i find this extremely helpful, especially if i'm trying to maintain focus while shifting gears between types of tasks (moving from writing to life admin, for example)

amy groome | mid-flight · Answer

Curve Flex Stand for MacBook | Twelve South: Truth, I have the non-flex version of this Curve stand in white on my desk as we speak. Alas, it appears to be unavailable.

But this travel-friendly gal has the fold-down feature which makes for yet another practical and beautifully designed tech accessory from Twelve South.

For digital nomads or recent grads alike!

Allie · Answer

Rolling foot massager: This just feels good. I find I spend more hours at the desk so things that promote movement are important.

Charlotte · Answer

A large mug for tea and snacks: I’m not sure where I’d be without my morning cup of tea! This mug is perfect when working from home. It doubles as a mug and a bowl for my oatmeal/cereal.

I bought my mug from a store called T2 (they are AU/NZ based only) but you can find large mugs almost anywhere these days. Keep an eye out for local markets because there may be someone there who makes and sells them!

Casson · Answer

Rumble jar: Simple way to make sure you always have some cold brew at home.

Christine C · Answer

Cal Newport Deep Work and Slow Productivity  principles: A little different from some of the other suggestions, but I've appreciated his advice on slow productivity and deep work, not giving in to the relentless system machine but actually producing meaningful work in balance with a meaningful life. Some gems: time blocking, multilevel planning for work and life throughout the year, retraining focus, end of day shutdown. You don't necessarily need to buy the books; certain early podcast episode cover these well.

JDJ · Answer

moglea notepads forever

seán patrick john paul george ringo doran · Answer

mStand /// Rain Design: No notes. One chunk of aluminum for your laptop to nestle in.

Sarah Beck · Answer

dimmable table lamp on your WFH desk: Seems minor but it's very nice to have a table lamp on a dimmer switch as a part of your wfh setup:

diffuse light makes you happy and I think it makes my face looks nicer on zoom calls.

The dimmer allows you to set a cozier vibe. I keep it darker in the room while I'm not in calls.

The lamp goes on at the beginning of your workday and off at the end of the workday, an important delineation in your work day. Put your desk to sleep!

Ive been wfh for over 10 years and my day doesn't start until the lamp is on :)

Monique · Answer

Footstool for under your desk: I didn’t realize what having one of these would do for me. Helps keep my hips from feeling positively geriatric after working long hours. I don’t own this bad boy but you can find real cute ones at lower price points!

Nora Rev · Answer

Having a Dog Coworker: She has become Chief Morale Officer of my team, and wins employee of the month every month.

Evan McAvenia · Answer

ralph lauren vintage flannel shirts: i’m back on flannels! the ones I have are stolen from my dad. perfect loosely buttoned with light jeans and flops for an easy spring farmer’s market fit.

Adam · Answer

Purple brand: Their seat and back cushions are a must!

Joyce · Answer

simulated commute: take a walk before you start the work day and again when you end it. a little ritual that can help keep work/life boundaries.

Karen Fischer · Answer

29 High Street Lush Candle: So 29 High Street is the signature Lush fragrance that smells like the Lush store. For years it was only available in its flagship shop in the U.K., but I guess now they've made it available around the world! I found one recently and bought in a heartbeat and lit it everyday to work. It's the perfect size, and I loved the scent. The problem is I ran it out quite quickly, but oh well.

ellie jones · Answer

hobonichi techo A6 planner: the perfect planner, and the only one i've liked enough to use for more than like 3 weeks. as a self-employed therapist, i have a lot of appointments, paperwork, and random things to keep track of on my own, and this planner is all i need!

the a6 size is small and so cute, which makes it perfect to throw in a purse. i bring mine everywhere!!

will be ordering every year for the rest of my life, most likely.

Maliquea S. · Answer

Airport Sweatshirt (Pearl Gray): A sweatshirt with a collar is such a WFH staple for me and a sneaky way to look put together on a Zoom Call! This one is my favorite. I have it in Black as well.

Abi Irwin · Answer

would recommend you comparing your WFH wardrobe to mine: Nothing will make you feel better than knowing I’m out here wearing a quarter zip Patagonia to look nice on top over my pajamas on work calls all day

Annie Pontarelli · Answer

Branch Ergonomic Chair: Last year during WFH I faced the reality of needing an ergonomic desk chair after years of using a lumbar support pillow on a cute chair or sitting on the couch. I didn’t have Herman Miller money and didn’t want to deal with resellers so I went with Branch and my only regret is that I didn’t get it sooner.

JZ · Answer

Lie down: Most days I take a break and lie down.

Sometimes I snooze, sometimes I just lay there and rest, sometimes I look at my phone (boo) or read (yay).

Then I get up, make a coffee, and feel better than before!

[gratuitous photo of my cat lying down]

JZ · Answer

Go for a walk: Highly recommend going for a walk at point during the day! I try to go rain/shine but we have a little treadmill for truly horrendous weather days.

Tim Sondrup · Answer

Logitech MX Master 4: With misophonia, click noise isn’t just annoying, it’s disruptive. This mouse cuts nearly 90% of it, so I can actually focus.

anna · Answer

BESIGN LS03 Aluminum Laptop Stand, Silver: If your job doesn’t provide a second monitor and external keyboard, get those too!

anna · Answer

Nap: You have 30 mins

Kate · Answer

plain printer paper: I keep a giant stack next to my desk at all times. Great for taking notes. cheap enough that I don't feel bad about using it with reckless abandon.

Carmen · Answer

Walking pad!: No notes! Life changing! Any ole cheap Amazon one will do the trick.

Dylan · Answer

Hario V60 02 Dripper - Chartreuse: i think i need her

Dylan · Answer

Miss Piggy mug: She's fabulous

Dylan · Answer

Tiny pink stapler: Just bought this for $5 from my local post office. As shown in this image, it's even cuter next to tiny Dolly toes 🐈‍⬛

Let's be real, tiny versions of regular items make them so much more fun to use 🎀

Dylan · Answer

4 Large Gobelets | Amber: i'm officially a GROWN UP now that i own this set of glasses (i am 40 years old). finally invested in some fancy water vessels after smashing the last of my vintage set. low key afraid to handle these because they're so nice but life is for living etc!!! use the fancy shit to do the mundane shit like staying hydrated and i promise it'll make it more fun!!!

Dylan · Answer

Matéo Yerba Maté Soda: I stumbled upon Matéo, hiding in the corner of my local fancy bakery (shout out Wild Life), and I have been obsessed ever since.

No, Matéo is not some devilishly handsome, moustachioed Spanish man. I live in Melbourne, and the only devilishly handsome man I’ve met here is Brian, the gay greyhound (RIP sweet angel). Matéo is a silly little beverage, and it’s my favourite.

It’s a fizzy, refreshing yerba maté drink. Whether I’m skipping booze at park hangs or need a caffeine fix without the jitters, it’s giving easy, breezy, summery vibes. Matéo just hits different.

Light, bubbly and not too sweet, with a steady, slow-build buzz of energy… it’s basically me if I were a silly little beverage. Way sexier than coffee, in my humble opinion, and tastes better than green tea. We’re talking about the drink, here guys, calm down.

Is this starting to sound like a sponsored post? Is this how you become an influencer? Nah, I’m just a chronically online girly with a weakness for fancy soda and gay dogs.

Find Matéo at your local stockist. Or grab free delivery when you buy in bulk online.

(excerpt from my substack)

Dylan · Answer

Ginger Hot Chocolate: my current obsession now it's officially WINTER in my part of the world.

hot chocolate (or cacao) with ground ginger powder for a warming zingy treat. other spices like cinnamon, turmeric, cayenne pepper could also be yum additions if you're feeling a little risky and frisky. you could even add a tsp of coconut oil or maybe some protein powder if that's your vibe!

combine with milk of your choice and whisk in a small pot on the stove until warm and frothy. YUM.

Dylan · Answer

Midori MD Notebook Journal A5 Grid Block: i swear to sweet baby jesus i have never in my life journalled as much as i have since acquiring this one. a rec from a thoughtful friend who is as equally neurodivergent as me & just GETS IT.

something about the tiny grids and the pages divided into four sections makes this spicy brain very joyful. BIG FAN. HUGE.

Dylan · Answer

Vintage Plastic Pink Tube Tidy Pen Holder: the perfect playful piece to put on your desk!

Dylan · Answer

The Cutest Desk Memopads: make mundane tasks more fun with these cute memo pads!

Dylan · Answer

Loop Switch 2: Charli XCX & Troye Sivan are the reason i lost half of my first pair of loops (a single loop, if you will). It was at some hazy point during the  SWEAT tour set at Primavera in Barcelona 2025 (RIP diva, you died doing what you loved).

Needless to say, these loops right here are an UPGRADE, as not only do they match my silver hoop earrings, which are my entire personality, but they also have different SETTINGS so you can tune in or out depending on your vibe or level of overstimulation.

my only complaint is that the new cases come open a little too easily sometimes, so i don't feel safe attaching it to anything and risk losing my second set in what will presumably be a far less iconic way.