Have A Go Bag
Never leave home without your gear. Bourne always has the right tools to complete his mission. Guns? Check. Passports? Check. Currency? Check? Sat Phone? Check. I like to call them go bags. Go bags carry the essential equipment we need to get things done while workshifting. Simplicity is the goal here. Most of the time we don't need as much as we think we do. For a few tips on what to pack, check out what's inside Chris Brogan's work bag and AJ Leon's gear bag. Most software tools we use can be found in the cloud, but having the right hardware will make all the difference.
Blend Into Your Environment
We have all seen him. You know, the guy who sets up central command in Barnes & Noble. When working from a remote location, fly under the radar. Bourne blends into his surroundings by adapting his environment. We can do this by mirroring our surroundings. Leslie Poston does a great job discussing how to do this in her "Don't be that guy" post.
Keep Moving
One thing about Jason is he stays on the move. Working in multiple locations helps us stay fresh. Working in the same spot can make us less focused. Try changing locals from time to time, it will help you be more creative. I have a friend that changes his spot at least twice a day to help him shift mental gears. We all have our favorite spots to set up camp but a change of scenery helps us stay out of ruts and prevents burnout.
We may never be international men and women of mystery or secret operatives but we can learn to work with the agility and efficiency of a Jason Bourne. What do you do to stay efficient and mobile when working?
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