To help with the transition that many of you are facing of having to work from home during the COVID-19 crisis, the Brothers are sharing some tips for making that transition as seamless as possible in this bonus episode, including:

Workplace Set-Up

• Separate space
• Second monitor
• Scheduled work hours
• Dress for work

Equipment/Software

• Check/Increase internet speed
  • Hardwire or dedicated IP address
  • Check/update your WiFi router’s firmware
• Additional webcam (w/light)
• Noise isolating/canceling headphones
• USB hubs/dongles
• External Keyboard/mouse
• Document share/collaboration

Videoconferencing

• Use headphones/microphone
  • Test your input and speaker output in advance
• Check lighting
• Use mute when not talking
• Check surroundings
• Recognize that you are always visible/recorded
• Test features in advance (e.g., screen share)
  • ‘Hide’ desktop items & other pages

BiTs (Brothers in Tech Suggestions)

Alan: One Switch, an application that provides easy switches to hide desktop, do not disturb, etc.

Brian: Set break timers. Use your fitness watch, phone, or computer apps to remind you to take breaks every X-minutes.

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