Remote Work Readiness Checklist

Workspace Setup

Ergonomic chair with lumbar support

Spacious desk (enough for dual monitors)

High-resolution main monitor (27”+ recommended)

Secondary monitor for multitasking

Laptop stand for eye-level screen alignment

Noise-cancelling headphones or earphones

High-quality external microphone

Good lighting (ring light or natural source)

Effective cable management system

Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) for key devices

Dedicated and quiet work area

Ergonomic footrest for long sessions

Hardware & Software

Reliable laptop/desktop (16GB+ RAM min.)

Operating system and drivers are fully updated

Antivirus and anti-malware software is active

Automated file and code backups are enabled

VPN service installed and configured

Cloud storage synced (Google Drive, Dropbox, IPFS)

Web3 wallets updated (MetaMask, Phantom)

Essential browser extensions installed

Communication & Collaboration

Slack/Discord accounts set up and notifications tested

Zoom/Google Meet with working camera and mic

Team calendar synced to your correct time zone

Project management tools accessed (Asana, Notion)

Git client configured (GitHub, GitLab)

Team password manager access confirmed

Time zone converter bookmarked

Virtual whiteboard tools ready (Miro, FigJam)

Productivity & Workflow

Defined morning "start work" ritual

Daily to-do list or task board updated

Weekly goals reviewed every Monday morning

Pomodoro timer or focus tool installed

Clear "end of workday" shutdown routine

Established priority-setting method (e.g., Eisenhower)

Recurring check-ins scheduled with manager/team

"Deep work" time blocks protected on calendar

Security & Privacy

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) enabled on all accounts

Secure password manager in use (e.g., Bitwarden)

Hardware wallet for storing crypto assets

Encrypted messaging apps for sensitive comms (Signal)

Work devices kept separate from personal devices

On-chain reputation managed (ENS, public wallet activity)

Regularly revoke unnecessary smart contract approvals

Physical security for devices (laptop lock)

Health & Wellbeing

Practice regular eye breaks (20-20-20 rule)

Standing desk or desk converter for posture

Scheduled stretching or mobility exercises

System for staying hydrated (e.g., marked water bottle)

Blue light filtering glasses or screen settings

Scheduled lunch and snack breaks away from desk

Clear boundaries for work/personal time

Ergonomic mouse and keyboard setup

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