How much should I spend on a chair for remote work?

More than feels comfortable at first. A chair you use forty hours a week for three years needs to be built for that. Spending $200 to $400 on a reliable task chair is almost always better than spending that same money on everything else combined.

Should I get a webcam before a microphone?

No. People tolerate average video far more readily than bad audio. A clear microphone and decent lighting will do more for how you come across on calls than a new camera in a dim room.

Does my home office have to be a separate room?

No, but physical cues help with mental separation. A corner with defined desk edges, consistent light, and a chair you only use for work can do some of that work even in a shared room.

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