In the past, I’ve done hybrid work, I’d finish all the easy stuff at home and keep the hard stuff for the office, and I’d go in for a couple of days to finish it all.
I got a really good offer from a different company, and I’ve taken it, but unfortunately, this company only does remote work and does not provide you with any equipment. Problem is that I have a powerful desktop but no laptop, which means my options are either to buy my own laptop and work somewhere else when I need to get work done or make a partition/new user on my desktop that’s strictly for work, but I am scared that its going to affect my productivity.
Any input or advice would be appreciated. Thank you.
my options are either to buy my own laptop and work somewhere else when I need to get work done or make a partition/new user on my desktop that’s strictly for work
1000% option 1. You need to have a work space that is only for work and nothing else. Get the laptop and set it up in a room far away from any other devices(TV, desktop, etc).
I have access to an apartment close to where I live but it’s completely unfurnished. I’ll probably buy a couple of chairs and tables and set up some wifi there, that should be good enough. Thanks for the advice.
Actually that is kind of scary, most companies supply you with a work device so it can be securely administered. That’s kind of a red flag that they accept you working from whatever you have.
Get the laptop if you can, you can probably claim it for a reduction of taxes (keep the receipts). Keep it separate, always. You’ll appreciate being able to close the “work device” when the day is done. Also, very much lock it down–do not let friends/family “borrow” your laptop.
People do the worst crap on computers that aren’t their own.
Actually that is kind of scary, most companies supply you with a work device so it can be securely administered. That’s kind of a red flag that they accept you working from whatever you have.
I agree, they are having me work as a “consultant” for a few months if it works out they will relocate me and provide me with the equipment. Until then, I have to set up a few things on whatever machine I will be using for security purposes. It’s a pretty reputable company and they are paying way more than my previous job so I am fine with it.
Thanks for all the tips; I’m probably getting a laptop.
Tbh that arrangement sounds kindy sus, but yes good that you are getting the laptop. Keep work and shiny separate!
My solution: Methylphenidate
Or Modafinil? I do Modafinil whenever I really need to get something done. I just stare at monitor and code for a good 8-10 hours, almost uninterrupted. But then when the effect wears off, I start to get migraine or really heavy headache, but it disappear the next morning tho.
Buy a work laptop and only use it for work.
Don’t do any work on your existing personal desktop system, and don’t do any fun non-work activities on your work laptop. Further, you shouldn’t work at the same desk as your desktop. Keep work and play 100% separate.
You should be able to write off the laptop on your taxes.
Apart from getting a laptop my only suggestion is to create a new user account on your desktop. I’ve done this for when I need to do remote coding sessions for interviews (I have a laptop for work). I only install exactly what I need there. I don’t want the interviewer to see some goofy message from a friend or to judge me for a silly desktop background image.
I’ve had success combining these two ideas: my desktop has a separate user for work, and I’ll access it through SSH or a remote desktop from anywhere with my old Thinkpad. Using this setup at the library really helps me focus, for example.
The laptop (a Thinkpad X201) I picked up off of ebay for $100 or so too, so it’s a decent option if you don’t want to spend extra on a high-spec laptop.
