Steps
Start with minimal equipment
Begin with just a computer and internet connection - Eben started from his bedroom with a cheap computer
Control your environment
Set up a comfortable, focused workspace that you completely control for maximum productivity
Train family and friends
Actively educate loved ones about respecting your work boundaries and the importance of focused time
Develop self-management skills
Build strong self-direction abilities since traditional office accountability structures won't exist
Implement tracking systems
Create dashboards and reporting mechanisms to objectively monitor business performance and team productivity
Compensate for communication bandwidth loss
Consciously address the reduced communication effectiveness from missing facial expressions and voice tones