Are you ecstatic for summer to finally make its arrival this weekend? The start of every new season means it’s time for new business goals, revamped marketing strategies, positive lifestyle changes, and… a new roundup of our top favorite essentials for home business owners. If you’re looking for exciting new products to try out that will amplify your life this summer and beyond, we’ve got you covered.
From a top-notch meal delivery service that will help you eat healthier to the ultimate product pick for summer camping trips, the below essentials are sure to be a hit with all entrepreneurs. They also make fantastic summer appreciation gifts for your employees who work hard to keep your business running each day. Pick any of the below items for yourself or a colleague to ramp up morale this summer.
Airthings House Kit
To stay as healthy as can be while working, it is crucial for you to maintain only the highest level of indoor air quality. The Airthings House Kit will help you do just that! It monitors radon, a dangerous, radioactive chemical that comes out of the ground and is the top cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. This kit also monitors Total Volatile Organic Compounds (TVOCs), which are emitted from everyday items and can cause major health issues. You will also appreciate that the kit monitors temperature and humidity.
The Airthings House Kit is a godsend for those who place great importance on everyday wellness. It includes a Wave Monitor that measures radon, humidity, and temperature (wave in front for a visual indication of radon levels!), a Wave Mini that monitors TVOCs and more in another room, and a Hub that brings your devices online for on-demand access to your data. Using the Airthings app, you can compare data and find trends. The House Kit also perfectly integrates into your smart home and works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and IFTTT. You can set alerts, receive air quality measurements, and more!
Buy now: $299 at airthings.com.
Freshly Meal Delivery Service
As a hardworking entrepreneur, it might be difficult to find the time each day to cook nutritious lunches and dinners. To make it easier, definitely check out the Freshly weekly subscription service that delivers fresh (not frozen), chef-cooked meals that make healthy eating simple and stress-free. Filled with delectable flavors and wholesome ingredients, the meals are of the utmost quality and can be heated and served in just 3 minutes!
Freshly’s philosophy is centered on less sugar, less processed, and more nutrients. All of the single-serve meals are gluten-free and ensure hassle-free portion control–no more spending hours meal-prepping! Even better, the menu features better-for-you versions of favorite comfort food picks. Enjoy mouthwatering meals like Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken and Spring Pea Risotto, and Cauliflower-Shell Bolognese. Select 4 meals ($11.50/each), 6 meals ($8.99/each), 9 meals ($8.99/each) or 12 meals ($7.99/each) weekly.
Order your Freshly meal plan at freshly.com.
Cariloha Bamboo Fashions
Perfect for your work-from-home wardrobe, Cariloha’s lightweight and breathable fashions are made of viscose from bamboo. Resistant to odors and allergens, all Cariloha styles feature moisture-wicking technology that will help you stay fresh while you spend hours at your computer. The fashions’ über-soft, durable, and comfy bamboo fabric is also naturally 3 degrees cooler than other non-bamboo fabric! Two fabulous Cariloha picks are the Women’s Bamboo Jogger in Black ($89.00) and the Women’s Bamboo Sleeveless Top in Carbon Heather ($42.00), both pictured above. See all of the fashions at cariloha.com.
Kelty Grand Mesa 4 Tent
Going camping in the great outdoors is the perfect way to inspire creativity for your business. The reliable, durable, and roomy Kelty Grand Mesa 4 Tent is a must-have for all summer camping trips. It houses 4 people comfortably, has an EZ-Zip vestibule with fully taped seams, and features Kelty Quick-Corner Technology for lightning-fast set-up. You will also appreciate that it has lightweight aluminum poles (2) for a lower carry-weight while hiking to the campground, as well as a Shark Mouth carry bag for easy pack-up.
Buy now: $189.95 at kelty.com.
3-Pack of Merino T-Shirts by Unbound Merino
Made of 100% ultra-fine Merino wool jersey, Unbound Merino’s classic T-shirts offer exceptional performance. They are perfect for everyday wear, as you can pair them with your fave joggers to stay comfy while running errands or wear them under a blazer for business presentations. Odor-resistant, fast-drying, and anti-wrinkle, the shirts will also regulate your body temperature so you always stay comfortable. Choose three V-Neck or Crew Cut shirts in stylish hues like Forest Green, Heather Red, Natural White, and Black.
Buy now: $190 at unboundmerino.com.
maho’s Adriatic No. 3 Sunglasses
You will love donning these fashionable, head-turning sunglasses while out and about this summer. Inspired by the world-class architecture of the Croatian Adriatic coast, they feature Polarized Amber Lenses that offer 100% UBA/UVB Protection. These lightweight sunglasses are also made with handcrafted, sustainable, and hypoallergenic Zyl acetate frames that can be fit with prescription lenses. The gold hue is also ingrained in the Zyl acetate, so the color won’t fade or peel after years of use. The frames also feature riveted surgical stainless steel Italian barrel hinges, which makes them ultra durable.
Buy now: $145 at mahoshades.com (comes with a lifetime warranty).
For a Summer Gathering: Clarkson Avenue Crumb Cake
Do you want to sweeten up a summer gathering with your family and friends? Definitely order one of Clarkson Avenue Crumb Cake Co’s decadent crumb cakes. Piled high with plump, sweet crumbs and made with high-quality, all-natural ingredients like fresh butter, the luscious Clarkson Classic Crumb Cake ($27.99) arrives moist and ready to be enjoyed with a cup of coffee. It is made using a family recipe inspired by 1950’s Brooklyn. Don’t forget to also order a Crumbkins Variety Pack ($19.99) of twelve mini cakes in delectable flavors like raspberry, blueberry, and salted caramel. They are all sure to please!
To order your treats, go to clarksonavecrumb.com.
The Farm Collection by 7Cellars Wine
If you love trying new wines, treat yourself to The Farm Collection by 7Cellars. It features the line’s exquisite 2018 Chardonnay, 2018 Pinot Noir, and 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, all beautifully packaged in a luxe magnetic gift box. The Pinot Noir is outstanding, and wine lovers will go gaga over the 2018 Chardonnay’s light and refreshing taste that has hints of lemon, pineapple, and vanilla. Red wine enthusiasts will also love the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon’s full-bodied flavor that has hints of rich, dark fruit.
Created by football legend John Elway, 7Cellars wine is made from high-quality grapes sourced from premium California vineyards. With every bottle of wine purchased, 7Cellars makes a donation to its partners at Team Rubicon, a nonprofit organization that supports, trains, and deploys U.S. veterans on disaster relief missions around the world. To date, more than 5,870 veterans have been supported through sales of 7Cellars wines.
Buy now: $110 at 7cellars.com.
EPOS | Sennheiser SC 665 USB Headset
This wired headset will boost productivity every day. Designed for superb communication and speech clarity, it has a proximity sensor and in-line call control to help you seamlessly handle all of your calls. Certified for Microsoft Teams and Skype For Business, it also has an ultra noise-canceling microphone (great for noisy homes) and is über-comfortable to wear. Its aluminum and stainless steel components, Vectran™ reinforced cables and strong and adjustable unibody headband also exude prestigious craftsmanship. Easy to store and portable, it also has an automatic sound-enhancement profile for listening to music.
Buy now: $239.00 at eposaudio.com.
illy Francis Francis X7.1 iperEspresso Machine
Do you find yourself in the drive-thru of the local coffee joint every morning? Be your own barista by making exquisite, café-quality Italian coffee beverages in the comfort of your own home with the avant-garde X7.1 iperEspresso Machine. Its patented, 2-stage capsule system prepares expertly-portioned, extraordinarily-rich premium espresso that is flawlessly consistent and smooth. Featuring an easy-to-use control panel and Pannarello steam wand milk frother, you can create espressos, lattes, and cappuccinos!
The perfect fusion of pioneering technology and one-touch simplicity, this machine is a breeze to use–it brews coffee at the touch of a button! You will also love its round, yet slender shape that is inspired by the iconic Italian design of the ’60s. It will make a striking statement in your home office or kitchen! Available in red, white, or black, the machine also has programmable cup volume, automatic dispensing stop, and automatic descaling.
Don’t forget to also sign up for illy’s convenient coffee subscription service, which delivers your favorite illy coffees to your home on your own schedule. You will enjoy 20% off orders, free delivery, online program management, capsule recycling, and more!
Buy now: illy’s X7.1 iperEspresso Machine retails for $295 at illy.com.
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