Don’t call it a comeback (working remotely)
Remote working has existed for centuries. And now is the perfect time for it’s comeback. Before and after the Revolution Prior to the Industrial Revolution, goods were manufactured by contracting individual craftsmen who worked out of their homes. The merchant…
A VIKA BYSKE standing desk
It’s been almost 2 years since I built my standing desk at work. I built it with parts available from IKEA: VIKA AMON tabletop - $49 (you could also use the VIKA BYSKE tabletop) VIKA BYSKE adjustable legs - $20 x 4…
Creating the perfect workplace
Are you a boss that wants to create a productive culture? Are you an employee who wants a better work-life balance? There’s a formula for creating an exceptional workplace; a principle that creates happy bosses, happy employees and happy customers….
Things I’ve quit doing at my desk
We need to think of our desks as workstations. In reality, we do all sorts of things at our desks that aren’t real work (or affect our ability to produce our best work). Here are things I’m trying to quit…
Where would you rather work: 37signals or Zappos?
I took both of these shots: the photo of 37signals was taken when I visited in 2010, and the picture at Zappos from my recent visit in early 2012. My latest visit reminded me of Ryan Carson’s post that compared photos he’d seen…
I worked a day at 37signals, and I liked it
Recently 37signals opened their new office. It’s beautiful and functional… [but] I now believe Zappos’ chaotic and messy offices are much more effective at promoting happiness and innovation. – Ryan Carson, Think Vitamin blog post In February, Ryan Carson of…
Building a standing desk
Stand while you work. After months of experimenting at home, I recently built myself a “standing desk” for the office.
A better office
My commute takes a total of 2.5 hours a day. I’m making good use of the time by taking the bus, and working on the road, but it’s still a long time to be driving. I do work from home…
