My Minimalist Desk Setup (as a Digital Nomad) for 2023
As a digital nomad, having a minimalist desk setup is crucial for maintaining productivity and focus while on the move. In 2023, I have perfected my desk setup to be as compact and efficient as possible, allowing me to work from anywhere in the world.
First and foremost, my desk itself is a foldable and lightweight design that can be easily packed into my backpack. This portable desk is made from sustainable materials and has a sleek, minimalist look. Setting it up takes less than a minute, giving me the flexibility to work in different environments, whether it’s a coffee shop, co-working space, or even a beautiful outdoor location.
To further enhance my productivity, I have invested in a high-quality laptop with a powerful processor and ample storage. Its slim design and lightweight construction make it easy to carry, while the long battery life ensures uninterrupted work sessions. The laptop is equipped with top-notch security features, such as fingerprint recognition and facial recognition, allowing me to work safely and securely even in public places.
To save space on my desk, I rely on a compact wireless keyboard and mouse. These gadgets connect seamlessly to my laptop via Bluetooth, eliminating the need for messy cables. The keyboard features ergonomic keys, ensuring a comfortable typing experience even during long work hours. The mouse is designed for precision and can be easily stored in a small pouch when not in use.
Organization is key for a minimalist desk setup, so I have a versatile desk organizer that keeps all my essentials in order. This organizer has designated compartments for my stationery, such as pens, pencils, and markers, as well as a slot for my smartphone and tablet. It also serves as a wireless charger, allowing me to conveniently charge my devices without cluttering the desk with extra cables.
To maximize the limited desk space, I use an adjustable laptop stand. This stand can be easily adjusted to different angles, ensuring an ergonomic viewing position and preventing strain on my neck and back. It also provides better airflow to keep my laptop cool during intense work sessions.
Last but not least, I have incorporated a small indoor plant onto my desk. Not only does it add a touch of nature and aesthetics to my workspace, but studies have shown that plants can improve air quality and reduce stress levels. It creates a soothing atmosphere that helps me stay focused and relaxed throughout the day.
In conclusion, my minimalist desk setup for 2023 as a digital nomad combines functionality, portability, and aesthetics. With a foldable desk, high-performance laptop, wireless keyboard and mouse, versatile organizer, adjustable laptop stand, and a small indoor plant, I have created an efficient workspace that allows me to work productively from anywhere in the world. Simplifying my setup has not only increased my productivity but also my overall enjoyment of the digital nomad lifestyle.
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Lost me with the mousemousepad, trackball is more ergonomic for shoulder, wrist, arm, movement. As a retired IT engineeranalystarchitect I would never slide, slide, reposition, repeat with a mouse.
I liked the video as soon as he proved he was successful at 5:37
What is a good programming language to learn to support digital nomad lifestyle?
The perfect WEF shill. You will own nothing and pretend to be happy, while your ex wife stole your kid.
What are your thoughts on tablets?
Have you tried using a thumb trackball mouse? I recommend picking a Bluetooth supported model if you decide to buy one. I personally have been using them about 20 years, recommend.
Capsule hotels are the future, as normal hotels are too expensive to live there all year. But however minimalist you are, you still probably have 100+ liter of clothes and shoes. Which are not that easy to carry around.
I’m happiest working at home (when not required to be in the office). I haven’t had a chance to use my laptops.
Maybe I should start working on my balcony or the beach (while I don’t have client or team calls).
Nomadic lifestyle and raising kids isn't for everybody. Also some want a social structure and be close to family members. Think about that and what that means for society. Also not every job can be done fully remote. So it's in my opinion a privilege of a small group of people.
10:57 If you have a sedimentary lifestyle, you're in danger of soiling yourself.
Freedom of location
His videos are always indeed narrowly and overtly from the perspective of a millionaire and assumes others have similar values as himself.. Most people prefer doing real, physical work, especially men. Most people love (at least the idea of) owning land and building their home and their environment, somewhere to anchor etc. Digital nomading is a fun concept that is cool for some programmers who have no real life responsibilities or health issues, generally the young, but for the rest it's not really that applicable. Not to mention that if in the future everyone would be a digital nomad, society would collapse, as physical labor becomes less and less valued or "cool". That said, I appreciate the desk setup, my day-to-day desk setup is pretty much the same, but with less fancy cables and SSDs and a 13inch macbook. Granted, a 15-16 incher would probably be a way better experience but I'm not a millionaire.
After 1.5years of nomad life the need to settle down is very high now and I saw many other 'nomads' on YouTube are doing the same
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and a switch for gaming
Woah, a lot of words spoken and a lot of truths told, but I have slightly different view on the subject of living like a nomad vs settling down. Yes going anywhere and working from anywhere sounds exotic and fun, but with time maybe it will tire people. Kings build those castles yeah, but they were allowed to leave. Maybe I don't feel like traveling a million miles, maybe I have a home and backyard where I can breath fresh air and put my toughts together. If you like Itally then have a nice stay there, if you like your home then it's your choice. To me it's equal, because it's about how it's making you feel and not living it because of somebody else.
I use a Logitech Trackball
you can't be a true digital nomad while using a mouse.
Not an Asian, but you are pretty dumb if you think all millions of Asians can live a nomadic lifestyle. The ones who aren't afraid of responsibilities and have settled down carved way for you to be accepted in mainstream American society. To be indifferent to them because you think you are better is a spit in the face.
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Please add a video on how to be productive with just one monitor
@10:50 "how can you live in a single space your entire life .. ridiculous!" – that's what I think, too. I have settled down now with a family for some time but when my children will live their own life I don't want to stay here in a big house, lots of responsibility, lots of maintenance, lots of bills to be paid – I am also open for a nomadic life (as a developer), maybe in Italy, maybe Greece, maybe somewhere else (but I try to learn the language of that country so Europe as a destination as a german developer is easier for me).
choosing a laptop of a company called "apple", which likes to restrict you and likes to take a lot of money from you, is the best answer to get a lucky and independent life, or not? as a developer there's lots of other opportunities – to write code, using a web browser and some other tools there's a lot of better hardware for this usecase – cheaper, less restricted – but "apple" is so much cooler, isn't it? I will never understand "apple fanboys" – maybe it's just a lack of self-confidence they have.
@2:10 If you like to ride a motorbike – maybe because it feels great, close to the nature, feeling free, being able to independetly move fast from one place to another – don't ride it, don't buy it, because it could be a stone tied to your leg and it coud be dangerous! maybe better lie down in the next coffin you could find and wait for your end. better have a long life without friends, emotions or luck.