What is the right stuff for a writer's home office?
As I see it, there are a few basic factors that are essential for you to focus on as you set up your home office.
Your primary concerns should be comfort, professionalism and efficiency. If you want to maximize your productivity and minimize potential problems, you should make a checklist to begin creating a successful office environment.
COMFORT -
Each writer's ideal chair will differ according to personal preference, but generally speaking you want one that is ergomatically correct and cushioned enough that you can sit in it for long periods of time in a semi-relaxed manner.
My chair allows me to lean back far enough to stretch without reclining so much that my position is too relaxing and not condusive to working.
My chair also supplies support to my back and my arms, while allowing me to adjust it as needed for me to easily reach my keyboard and mouse without moving into a stressful position.
The right type of desk:
Every writer will have different preferences for what type of desk design is best-suited for their personal needs, however, I can tell you a few basic qualities that I've found to be useful over the years.
Adequate desktop space for computer, printer, papers, index cards, disks, pens, files etc...
Good Filing cabinets
Deep drawers... Cleanable surface....
The right surroundings:
What do you like to see, hear, touch every day?
Include those things that inspire your creativity and enhance your focus. Eliminate those items that distract your development process and detract from your ability to concentrate.
Some ideas that make a world of difference in my personal world and home office:
PROFESSIONALISM
EFFICIENCY -
Resource Box -