{"id":98,"date":"2019-07-05T01:00:07","date_gmt":"2019-07-05T08:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.physicianzen.com\/?p=98"},"modified":"2020-08-06T22:38:34","modified_gmt":"2020-08-07T05:38:34","slug":"essential-office-supplies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zenproductivity.com\/essential-office-supplies\/","title":{"rendered":"Essential Office Supplies for Productivity (Step 1 of 12)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Why You Need the RIGHT<\/em> Supplies?<\/h2>\n

Anyone that is good at their job uses the right tools to do their jobs well. If you want to improve your productivity you need to make sure you have the right tools and supplies to help you become the most productive person possible. Luckily you already have most of the tools you need! In fact, I would say most people have TOO<\/i> many things they do not need on their desk. An optimal workspace will be clean, uncluttered, and ONLY contains the necessary items for you to become productive and complete your most important tasks.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Are More Supplies Better?<\/h2>\n

I would argue the general answer would be, No. Having more tools and supplies at your workspace is actually a distraction. Anything in excess should be removed from your workspace. The supplies listed below should allow you to handle almost anything that comes across your office space.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Do You You Need All the Listed Supplies?<\/h2>\n

Short answer is, YES. If you truly want to be productive I would encourage you to have the items listed in the “Absolutely Necessary Items” list below. You will likely have most of the items on the list so you will not need to obtain many more items. In fact you will likely be getting rid of some of your current items!<\/p>\n

\u00a0I searched for over 20 hours on Amazon for the best products that are reasonably priced. I created a list below with Amazon links to options for items that I would recommend. In addition, I have personally used almost all of the items listed.\u00a0<\/p>\n

**Physician Zen is reader-supported. When you buy through links on this site, we may earn a small affiliate commission with no additional charges to you.\u00a0Learn more<\/a><\/p>\n

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Sample of creating a work space using just the items recommended from the list below!<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n

The work space depicted in this post will feature the most fundamental workspace that should work for most medical students and resident physicians. However if you are a seasoned attending and have a lot of books or physical files that have accumulated over time, you may need more bookcases, larger desk, or multiple cabinets. I would suggest though, that you trim down on on all physical items that you do not need in your workspace as you go through this process. See if you can only keep in your workspace what you truly need and things that actually help your productivity, not hinder it.\u00a0<\/p>\n

I also refer to the actual items that I currently use in this post as well in case readers are interested.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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A Table or Desk<\/u><\/b><\/h3>\n

This is the foundation of your workspace. Pick a table or desk that is a comfortable height. For students or those on a budget, I used a Lifetime table throughout college, medical school, and first year of residency. They are cheap, durable, and easily transferred.\u00a0Until you have settled into a permanent place, I would recommend finding something with a comfortable height for you and enough space for a laptop and writing area. That’s all the space you truly need. More space is not always better because it can cause distractions.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Since I have settled in a home long-term, I personally use an electric sitting\/standing desk that allows me to adjust precisely the height for sitting or standing. I absolutely love it and it is so nice to be able to switch between sitting and standing. I went reviewed a lot of electric desks before settling on this one. This one is a great price for $399 and I have had NO problems with it since it’s purchase. Would definitely buy it again!
Here is a link to it<\/a>. If you do click on that link you should receive a discount or credit for the electric desk.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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