How to Build the Perfect Workspace (Ep. 254)

Published: March 11, 2019, 11 a.m.

If you have to work, you'll have to do it somewhere. Why not make it somewhere good? Here's how to build a great place to get things done.\nFull show notes\nThis week\u2019s episode is sponsored by:\n\nBrilliant: Accelerate your learning in math, science, and computer science. Start learning for free at Brilliant.org/CollegeInfoGeek \u2014 and if you\u2019re one of the first 83 people to use this link, you\u2019ll also get 20% off your subscription.\nFreshBooks: Accounting and invoicing software that automates your tasks and lets you get back to doing your real work. Get your first 30 days free by going to FreshBooks.com/CIG and entering College Info Geek in the "How did you hear about us?" section.\n\nThings mentioned in this episode:\n\nDuet\xa0(iOS)\nIkea standing desk\nRoost Laptop Stand\nLap desk\nMicrosoft Sculpt Ergonomic Wireless Desktop Keyboard and Mouse\nAmazonBasics Adjustable Monitor Stand\nJarvis Bamboo Standing Desk\nTopo mat\nOffice Master OM5 Ergonomic Chair\nSteelcase Leap Fabric Chair\nHerman Miller Aeron Tilt Limiter Task Chair\nVaridesk Standing Desk\nErgodriven Spark Standing Desk\nSennheiser HD 200 Headphones\n\nWant more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page.\nYou can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter.\nTimestamps:\n\n0:01:52 - What our workspaces look like\n0:18:34 - Improving lighting, temperature and sound quality\n0:22:06 - Sponsor: FreshBooks (Managing your invoices)\n0:24:12 - Sponsor: Brilliant (Learning problem-solving skills)\n0:25:50 - Improving sound quality (continued)\n0:27:00 - How much space do you need for a desk\n0:35:54 - Ergonomics, standing desks and chairs\n0:54:39 - Conclusion\n\nIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review!\n\nSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.