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These 7 items make working remotely more efficient and effective
Workers are adjusting to their new employment reality on couches and kitchen tables across the nation.
09 July, 2020
<script async="true" src="https://widgets.stackcommerce.com/js-deal-feed/0.1/widget.js" type="text/javascript"></script><p>While many uncomfortable changes are occurring right now, businesses are rethinking office space. Business owners are recognizing long commute times and expensive real estate might not have been the best idea after all. We're watching the reshaping of the American workforce right in front of our eyes with entire companies now working remotely.<br></p><p>Carving out space at home to do your job need not be an obstacle. The following seven items allow you to set up shop and get to business.</p><h2><a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/stan-desk-adjustable-standing-desk-stan1?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=stan-desk-adjustable-standing-desk-stan1&utm_term=scsf-366538&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" target="_blank">Stan Desk: Adjustable Standing Desk, on sale for $199.99 (18% discount)</a></h2><p><img src="https://cdnp3.stackassets.com/16134ec8c809e9613d6ec3482c4292a29cdf3830/store/e19da740f79528ca39c77c6e9e4fd69f23210b7132273ea27cedfa3bb24d/sale_27871_primary_image_wide.jpg"></p><p><a href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/expert-answers/sitting/faq-20058005" target="_blank">Research</a> has shown that sitting for too long is as hazardous to your health as smoking. Stan Desk is a smart response to the problem of long days in a chair. This adjustable birch desk is sturdy and plastic-free. The minimalist design means it fits on virtually any desk. Lightweight and easy to transport, you can move it around your home depending on where you want to work that day. Save your back, hips, and neck with this game-changing device. Typically $246, you can <a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/stan-desk-adjustable-standing-desk-stan1?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=stan-desk-adjustable-standing-desk-stan1&utm_term=scsf-366538&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" rel="noopener" target="_blank">get it on sale for just $199.99</a>.</p><h2><a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/triple-dock-iphone-apple-watch-airpods-charger-oakwood?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=triple-dock-iphone-apple-watch-airpods-charger-oakwood&utm_term=scsf-366534&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Triple Dock: 3-in-1 Apple Device Charging Station, on sale for $67.99 (13% discount)</a></h2><p><img src="https://cdnp3.stackassets.com/fe11942303035372543809ab8b6c3cd98d1acf9c/store/e704e798dfc130fa6d58df114ed55a744c57c30577b03410b9bea86378c3/sale_28246_primary_image_wide.jpg"></p><p>To accompany your birch standing deck, check out this handcrafted wood charging station designed to hold your iPhone, Airpods, and Apple Watch. The innovative micro-suction tape technology means everything stays in place while charging. The adjustable backing allows you to keep your phone in the case. Two five-foot lightning cords make recharging a snap. Made of natural wood and finished with environmentally friendly oils, you'll feel good about displaying this on your desk. And GadgetFlow's 4.8/5-star rating is a solid endorsement for a necessary accouterment. Get it <a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/triple-dock-iphone-apple-watch-airpods-charger-oakwood?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=triple-dock-iphone-apple-watch-airpods-charger-oakwood&utm_term=scsf-366534&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" target="_blank">on sale for $67.99</a>.</p><h2><a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/aluminum-portable-foldable-laptop-stand?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=aluminum-portable-foldable-laptop-stand&utm_term=scsf-366535&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Aluminum Portable Foldable Laptop Stand, on sale for $29.99 (66% discount)</a></h2><p><img src="https://cdnp3.stackassets.com/8e8cc81cab0ff6004725ca02384ce8f43aa6c5ea/store/d359d7ebba131e075e9584095b18c4a7b0607e292292796db055fc4cb2fb/sale_28473_primary_image_wide.jpg"></p><p>Desks are one place to work, but for remote business, couches and coffee tables suffice. It's nice to change up the environment on occasion. This lightweight laptop stand features six adjustable levels and an ergonomic design. The aluminum absorbs heat from your laptop to keep it running smoothly. The solid, anti-slip base maintains its hold on almost any surface. The stand is built for laptops between 10" and 17". Simply fold it up to store it when it's not in use. Save over 60% and get the Aluminum Laptop Stand on sale <a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/aluminum-portable-foldable-laptop-stand?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=aluminum-portable-foldable-laptop-stand&utm_term=scsf-366535&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" target="_blank">for just $29.99</a>.</p><h2><a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/mobile-pixels-duex-pro-portable-dual-monitor-2?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=mobile-pixels-duex-pro-portable-dual-monitor-2&utm_term=scsf-366536&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Mobile Pixels DUEX Pro Portable Dual Monitor, on sale for $179.35 (28% discount)</a></h2><p><img src="https://cdnp3.stackassets.com/f1454bedc7cf0f3617e676294794b1f7202ea3b9/store/131fcd45b79732f3fccbc4c4fd6cbec6acff8745c6db11db2a7b8ed2dfcb/product_33022_product_shots3.jpg"></p><p>Staring at a laptop is limiting, especially when you have to bounce between windows. A second monitor can be cumbersome, however. That's where the DUEX Pro, a unique screen attachment that raised over $1 million on IndieGoGo, swoops in to save the day. This 1080p monitor attaches to your laptop and doubles your screen's real estate. With 270 degrees of rotation and a 180-degree presentation mode, you'll become a multitasking wizard in no time. Lightweight and energy-efficient, this is a no brainer for anyone working remotely. Use the coupon code <strong>SAVEDUEXPRO</strong> at checkout to<a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/mobile-pixels-duex-pro-portable-dual-monitor-2?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=mobile-pixels-duex-pro-portable-dual-monitor-2&utm_term=scsf-366536&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" target="_blank"> knock the price down to $179.35</a>.</p><h2><a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/sample-pack?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=sample-pack&utm_term=scsf-366537&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Pod & Parcel Compostable Coffee Pods: Sample Pack, on sale for $39.99 (14% discount)</a></h2><p><img src="https://cdnp0.stackassets.com/c4f0b653f269f97fc434a6a00d6f3ed40c93aced/store/c45b65d6ee122b3d6ae4d66e2d010a9739fee771f172f5556121e73e0b4f/sale_27870_primary_image_wide.jpg"></p><p>The office coffee pot might be a thing of the past, but you still need caffeine. These delicious pods work with your favorite Original Nespresso® machine. The pack comes with 60 pods total, featuring six flavors that are huge hits: Mbeya, Huehuetenango, Bezzera, Florentino, Munro, and Bancroft. Bonus: each pod is biodegradable and compostable. One fan says of Melbourne's pods, <em>"Prompt service and good coffee. The pods were easy to order and arrived in a timely fashion. I am working my way through the sample pack to find my favorite. Coffee without guilt."</em> Get the sample pack <a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/sample-pack?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=sample-pack&utm_term=scsf-366537&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" target="_blank">for $39.99</a> while it's on sale.</p><h2><a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/cushion-lab-ergonomic-lumbar-pillow-grey?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=cushion-lab-ergonomic-lumbar-pillow-grey&utm_term=scsf-366582&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Cushion Lab Ergonomic Lumbar Pillow, on sale for $29.99 (33% discount)</a></h2><p><img src="https://cdnp1.stackassets.com/22d5d75813f39e9c5d4048f8b3d2baf63c2cb768/store/e11e284c58db69f883ef9f4613be46875e6cc8d9ba0612020ad3acb4fa15/sale_27417_primary_image_wide.jpg"></p><p>To accompany your new standing desk, this ergonomic lumbar pillow will make the time you have to sit that much more comfortable. Specially designed to support the S curve of your spine, the Back Relief Lumbar Pillow is constructed of proprietary extra dense HYPERFOAM™. Translation: extreme comfort. There's a reason it has a 4.4/5-star rating on Amazon. <em>Vogue </em>called it "the key to a healthier home office!" Save over 30% and get this ergonomic pillow<a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/cushion-lab-ergonomic-lumbar-pillow-grey?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=cushion-lab-ergonomic-lumbar-pillow-grey&utm_term=scsf-366582&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" target="_blank"> for $29.99</a>.</p><h2><a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/upright-go2-next-level-posture-training-device?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=upright-go2-next-level-posture-training-device&utm_term=scsf-366583&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" rel="noopener" target="_blank">UPRIGHT GO 2™: Perfect Your Posture Training Device, on sale for $89.99 (9% discount)</a></h2><p><img src="https://cdnp2.stackassets.com/7f191b0e7848f15d8072485f91a8d4f465cf04da/store/71205f8710579a20c90336b005739415580d5fb69c50bd9193bf97d6de98/sale_25062_primary_image_wide.jpg"></p><p>When we first sit down, we're often aware that we need to sit up straight. Yet, as we become consumed with work, it's easy to fall into bad habits. That's where this unique posture training device comes in. This multi-faceted posture correction tool can either be placed directly onto your skin or worn as a necklace "techcessory" (sold separately). The tiny smart trainer buzzes when you begin to slouch, reminding you to sit upright. With over 350,000 customers worldwide and over 10,000 five-star reviews, people are retraining their spines daily. The device is small and lightweight, yet packs a powerful 30-hour battery life on every charge. And it can be yours <a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/upright-go2-next-level-posture-training-device?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=upright-go2-next-level-posture-training-device&utm_term=scsf-366583&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCDU&scsonar=1" target="_blank">for just $89.99</a> (regularly $99.95).</p><p><em>Prices subject to change.</em></p><p><strong>More from the Big Think Shop</strong></p><ul class="ee-ul">
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LIVE ON MONDAY | "Lights, camera, activism!" with Judith Light
Join multiple Tony and Emmy Award-winning actress Judith Light live on Big Think at 2 pm ET on Monday.
11 July, 2020
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In this Big Think Live session, multiple Tony and Emmy Award-winning actress Judith Light (
<em>Transparent, Ugly Betty)</em> and host, writer, and actor Winsome Brown will discuss the art of acting, the challenge of choosing the right roles, and why any career is made better by asking "How can I be of service?" instead of "How do I get more...?" From her work fighting for equality and dignity at the height of the AIDS epidemic (and long after) to advancing acceptance of the LGBTQ community through screen and stage, Light will share insight from her incredible career that can help you fine-tune your own goals toward a greater good.
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Learn to think like an engineer with the help of these courses
Math can become intuitive with a little practice.
07 July, 2020
- Engineering is the foundation of society, from physical infrastructure to every device in your possession.
- Electrical engineering is one of the most in-demand occupations in the technological age.
- The Mathematics for Engineers Prep Bundle teaches you how to think like an engineer.
<script async="true" src="https://widgets.stackcommerce.com/js-deal-feed/0.1/widget.js" type="text/javascript"></script><p>Have you ever felt like you're just not good at math? Many people feel they don't have the intuitive sense needed to grapple with mathematical concepts. Yet no one is born a math genius. As with everything, it takes time and patience.<br></p><p><a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/the-mathmatics-for-engineers-prep-bundle?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=the-mathmatics-for-engineers-prep-bundle&utm_term=scsf-402383&utm_content=a0x1P000004sTZtQAM&scsonar=1" target="_blank"><strong>The Mathematics for Engineers Prep Bundle</strong></a> teaches you how to think like an engineer through a range of math concepts, including applied calculus, machine learning, data science, and Algebra 2. This nine-course bundle will help you acquire that intuition you seek.</p><p>The first four courses are dedicated to applied calculus for engineers. Through 219 lessons you'll learn the principles of beginner to advanced calculus. Practical knowledge will be applied to 3D coordinate systems. You'll also learn how to perform mass calculations to varying densities and take a deep dive into aerospace and robotics.</p><p>With 165 lessons devoted to data science and machine learning, you'll be schooled in linear equations, single matrix, vectors, determinants, and more. The complete guide to Algebra 2 is an education in fractions, exponents, inequalities, and surds. A course on linear algebra will help you brush up on basic matrix operations and computer determinants.</p><p>Aerospace and robotics engineer Mark Misin leads you through these 560 lessons. Misin has taught thousands of people the fundamentals of math over the course of his career. You could be the next.</p><p><a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/the-mathmatics-for-engineers-prep-bundle?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=the-mathmatics-for-engineers-prep-bundle&utm_term=scsf-402383&utm_content=a0x1P000004sTZtQAM&scsonar=1" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><strong>The Mathematics for Engineers Prep Bundle</strong></a> is on sale now for just $28.99 – 97% off the original price.</p><p><em>Price subject to change.</em></p><h3><strong>More from the Big Think Shop</strong></h3><ul class="ee-ul">
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Here's an environmentally friendly way to get your caffeine fix
Sample Melbourne's best coffee without leaving an ecological footprint.
04 July, 2020
- The massive increase in single-use coffee pods has led to an environmental catastrophe.
- Plastic pods are notorious for their inability to break down in landfills.
- Thankfully, a new wave of eco-friendly compostable pods is coming to the market.
<p>Between 2005 and 2018, the coffee pod market <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2019/03/13/heres-why-your-used-k-cups-coffee-pods-arent-usually-recycled/3067283002/" target="_blank">grew</a> from less than 1 percent of American users to over 41 percent. The trade-off for a quickly brewed and easy-to-clean espresso is the single-use, non-recyclable plastic each serving comes packaged in. While some companies have tried self-monitoring by offering their own recycling programs, most just languish in landfills.</p><p><a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/sample-pack?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=sample-pack&utm_term=scsf-366581&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCEB&scsonar=1" target="_blank">Pod & Parcel</a> decided to do something about this horrible trend. In 2016, it set out with one goal in mind: To offer the most sustainable, best-tasting coffee pod in Australia. Today, the company sources six of Melbourne's specialty-grade Arabica flavors, using environmentally friendly pods that break down in 90 days after use. The pods' plant-based materials are responsibly sourced and chemical-free, adding an extra layer of guilt-free goodness to your daily java fix. And yes, you can buy them in America, too.</p><p>Pod & Parcel has been featured in <em>The Guardian</em>, <em>Time Out</em>, <em>Yahoo!</em>, <em>In Style</em>, and <em>The Sydney Morning Herald, </em>and even had a stint on<em> Shark Tank.</em> It's also accumulated over 4,000 verified five-star reviews. As one fan says, "The pods were easy to order and arrived in a timely fashion. I am working my way through the sample pack to find my favorite. Coffee without guilt."</p><p>By the way, these pods work with most Nespresso® OriginalLine machines, although they are not affiliated with Nespresso® in any way.</p><p>Right now you can <a href="https://shop.bigthink.com/sales/sample-pack?utm_source=bigthink.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=sample-pack&utm_term=scsf-366581&utm_content=a0x1P000004NCEB&scsonar=1" rel="noopener" target="_blank">purchase a 60-capsule mix</a> of <strong>Pod & Parcel pods</strong> for only $39.99, a 14% discount off the manufacturer's price. Your taste buds, as well as the planet, will thank you.</p><p><em>Price subject to change.</em></p><div data-react-checksum="-1017115949" data-reactid="1" data-reactroot="" style="position: relative;"><div data-reactid="3" style="border: 1px solid #000000; padding: 35px 10px 35px 35px; text-decoration: none; display: flex; align-items: center;">
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Dinosaur bone? Meteorite? These men's wedding bands are a real break from boredom.
Manly Bands wanted to improve on mens' wedding bands. Mission accomplished.
02 July, 2020
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- Manly Bands was founded in 2016 to provide better options and customer service in men's wedding bands.
- Unique materials include antler, dinosaur bones, meteorite, tungsten, and whiskey barrels.
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<p>Johnathan Ruggiero needed a wedding band. As a bigger guy he had trouble finding one to fit his size 17 finger. Then he ran into another issue: His wedding was in a few weeks. He never realized you should take care of this a few months out. The cheapest ring he could find was $600. Even then, given his finger size, it would take four weeks. He also wasn't excited about the choices. His wife to be, Michelle, had a much better experience.</p><p>As Ruggiero puts it, "I did not expect it to be so difficult and so stressful."</p><p>Fast forward a few months. The newlyweds, temporarily relocated to Florida from Los Angeles, were figuring out the next phase of their careers. Johnathan had experience in web design and marketing, while Michelle's creative endeavors include writing and design. "This is our first real test as a married couple," Johnathan thought. "What are we going to do with the rest of our life and how are we going to financially survive this?"</p><p>Then they remembered the ring buying experience. Poor selection. Terrible customer service. Inflated prices. They knew they could do better. </p><p><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1473923&u=2216766&m=93947&urllink=&afftrack=" target="_blank">Manly Bands</a> was born. </p>
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