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This is my 2022 work from home desk setup.
A space that has made the past two years of my life some of my most productive years yet.
The idea behind this setup was to create a docking station of sorts.
A spot where I could dock my M1 MacBooks to a larger screen anytime I want to comfortably
get work done.
If you've been watching my videos here on the channel, you have likely seen at least
one of my desk setup videos.
This setup has been a project that is always evolving and I've been sharing it to inspire
people to do their best work by treating themselves right.
It's not about how hard you work but rather, it's about smart you work.
Those words hold true more so than ever before.
I've been working remotely for almost exactly two full years now and at the start of that
run, I'll admit, I had no plans at all on investing in a dedicated workspace for myself.
I fully planned on getting by with what I had and if I stayed that course, that would
have been a huge mistake.
I would not be where I am or creating the things that I am today without this desk setup.
It seems minor but it's the little things that add up, spark your creativity and keep
you motivated.
I am a big advocate for investing in yourself and your well being, especially if makes the
work that you do easier and more efficient.
That's what this workspace did for me.
It changed the way that work by streamlining my workflows.
In all honesty, it changed everything for the better.
My Work From Home Desk Setup.
Two Years Later.
Speaking from two years of remote working, I can say with confidence having a clean,
comfortable, organized workspace where you can maximize your productivity is going to
change everything.
Having open space on your desktop, reducing clutter, managing cables, having a board to
move around on, a self-rotating globe to look at - it all adds up and helps spark your creativity.
If you're working remotely from home, investing in yourself and your workspace for your own
wellbeing is quite possibly the best thing that you can do.
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As far as the gear that I'm using goes, much of what I have in my 2022 setup remains the
same as when I originally created this space but there have been a few tweaks here and
there.
It's definitely more minimalistic then when I first started.
The desk I'm using is the 60x30-inch UPLIFT V2 commercial sit stand desk.
It's in a gorgeous walnut wood finish.
This was the biggest purchase that I made when I invested in this new workspace.
I kind of just took a chance when I picked this desk up but two years later, I can say
with confidence, that it still looks new and it works like new.
I stand by my claim that UPLIFT products are well worth the price.
The display I'm using is the 27-inch Dell U2720Q 4K USB-C display.
Not only have I created some of my best work on this display but it also acts as USB hub
to keep my setup looking clean.
It also powers my M1 MacBook underneath, allowing me to reduce the amount of cables and keep
everything organized.
On top of the display, I have a BenQ ScreenBar Plus lamp, which illuminates the entire surface
of the desk and on top of that, I have a new Logitech 4K Pro webcam that I got about a
few weeks ago.
All of this sits on a Dell MSA20 monitor arm, which also features built-in cable management
to feed all of the cables through.
Next to that, I have my iPad mini on a UGREEN tablet stand that I use as a second display
to watch things, browse social media or use as another display with my Mac via Sidecar.
Under my display, I swap between my M1 MacBook Air and M1 MacBook Pro, which sit on top of
a Grovemade Laptop Lift stand.
This laptop lift helps bring to life that docking station idea behind this setup.
It fits nicely underneath the display with the MacBook on top.
Whenever I want to work out on the go, I just disconnect it and be on my way.
Under the laptop lift, I have an Elgato Stream Deck mini, a Lenovo Smart Clock and my Sony
camera battery charger to easily charge my camera gear.
The keyboard and mouse combo I'm using is the Logitech MX Keys and Master 3 mouse.
I've said this in previous setup videos and I'll say here it again.
This is the best keyboard and mouse combo that I've ever used.
They are comfortable, they have excellent battery life and they can each can be paired
with up to three devices making them perfect to use with each of the devices that I have.
They both sit on top of a small Grovemade wool desk pad, which sits on top of a larger
Gallaway Leather desk pad.
This creates my quote on quote work zone that I like to keep free of clutter.
Behind the desk on the wall, I have some Nanoleaf Element Wood-like panels that add some character
to the overall setup.
They make it pop like never before.
I also use a pair of Elgato Key Light Airs, which are great for when I need extra light
on Zoom calls or for when I'm filming a video.
On the desk, there are also two fake plants, a Banjo & Kazooie amiibo, a LaCie D2 professional
backup drive, a MOVA self rotating globe and a new addition my blue HomePod mini.
I have the HomePod mini and MOVA globe on walnut wood stands that I found on Amazon.
I don't have too many decorations on my desk setup, as I mentioned before, this is a bit
more minimalistic then what I originally had but I think this is a tasteful amount to keep
things looking clean, elegant and classy.
Underneath the desk, I have an UPLIFT hanging drawer for storage and a half moon draw for
pencils, pens and all of that stuff.
I also have the cables neatly organized with a cable management tray, Velcro and adhesive
zip ties.
Finally, the last thing that I'm using is the UPLIFT Pursuit Ergonomic chair.
This chair is by far one of the most comfortable office chairs I've ever sat in.
The seat is plushy and the back has a wide range of motion making it great to move a
bit or take a nice little nap throughout the day if you'd like.
It worth mentioning that if you're interested in any of the gear that I'm using here in
my desk setup or want to see it in list form, I included everything in the description box
below and regularly update my Work From Home idea list over on my Amazon Storefront with
everything that I'm using.
If you want your setup to look like mine, you can do just that!
So that my friends, is my 2022 Work From Home Setup - two whole years later!
That is absolutely insane to think about!
I feel like I just bought all this stuff yesterday.
I’m one of those people who always has to change things up to keep things feeling fresh
and even though this setup hasn’t changed too much, there is a big difference between
where I started and where I am today.
I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to treat yourself right and live your life
to the fullest.
As I mentioned before, it seems like a minor thing but it's the little things that add
up to help create a more creative, a more productive and just an overall healthier lifestyle.
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