Chapter8: HowtoWorkFasterinaRemoteTeam 85 Remote work also doesn’t need to be restricted to your own abode—go wherevermakesyouproductive. “Often just being at home can drive you nuts,” writes Microsoft’s Hanselman. “I try to get out a few times a week. I’ve worked from the mall, from Starbucks, from McDonald’s (free wi-fi, sue me) and from a park bench. I find that just having people walking around makes me feel more productive.” Related: Learn the best way to organize your desk and home office for maximumproductivityandergonomics. 8. OwnUptoYourProductivity Whetherit’sworkinginyourownhomeoranearbycoffeeshop,there’sanother aspect that pushes remote employees to work faster: You’re responsible for your productivity. Gone are the regular meetings and brainstorming sessions in“ConferenceRoom3B,”andnomorecanyoupullupaspreadsheetandstare atyourscreentoappearengulfedinbusywork.Younowmustownuptowhat youdidanddidn’taccomplish.