A journalist for the London based newspaper The Guardian recently undertook a study of the working habits of some of the most creative people in recent history. The results were amazingly varied, with composer Tchaikovsky believing that he needed to take a long walk for exactly two hours each day […]
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Redesigning your Office Space to Increase Staff Morale
Office design can have a direct impact on staff morale which, in turn, will significantly increase productivity. By ensuring your working environment is attractive and well-maintained, your team will be a much happier, more motivated workforce, creating a positive company culture. Additionally, a well-designed office will create a professional impression […]
What to Consider when Choosing an Office Chair
While shopping for comfortable and elegant chair for you office should focus on a chair that fits to your priorities and needs at first. The chair which is declared to be comfortable and stress free does not necessarily has all the features that can make it stress free and comfortable. […]
The Cult of Shed Working: Starting Up Your New Business in a Room in Your Garden
Working from home has never been more popular - figures show that as many as 4 million of us now do it on a regular or permanent basis, millions more do so occasionally and a further 4.5 million say they'd like to do it more often. The economic downturn seems […]
Advantages of Open-Plan Offices
Over the last several decades, office spaces have changed a lot. From the small, private offices favoured by companies during early part of last century to the open plan offices with row after row of cubicles, it seems we have tried almost every design in existence. The truly open-plan office […]
Management Advice From People Like Richard Branson
Richard Branson, the founder and chairman of Virgin Group, is the owner of 400 companies. A self-made billionaire, the serial entrepreneur regularly shares his business knowledge and advice in newspaper columns and magazine articles, parting his pearls of wisdom about business management. And the best thing about Richard Branson´s advice […]
Make Your Office a More Productive Space
Every boss wants their staff to be more productive, and there are many ways to achieve this. Part of it involves keeping them happy and motivated in their jobs, and part of it involves making sure that the place in which they work is sufficiently inspiring. If you want to […]
How to Make an Impression on Your First Day in The Office
So you nailed the job interview, got the position and now it's your first day, you need to make your mark. You could get all serious and become the best of the best. Or you could distinguish yourself as an individual to be trusted, consulted, liked and noticed. Check out […]
Advantages and Disadvantages of Open Plan Office Spaces
Open plan office spaces can provide a social, more interactive environment for your employees, especially in smaller offices. However, open plan offices will not suit everybody so if you’re considering making the switch to open plan, you may want to weigh up the advantages and disadvantages first. Advantages 1. Cost […]
Office Products That Relieve Stress
Nearly every expert agrees that work-related stress has steadily increased over the years despite technological advances. Stress is often caused by emotional or physical discomfort, and there are ways for properly educated company managers to help employees cope with the stress that inevitably presents itself at work. Here are some […]
Dos and Dont's of the Office Party
On the face of it, office parties are all laughs, whether they're for a birthday, someone leaving, a summer shindig or the Christmas knees-up. What could be better than kicking back with your co-workers and enjoying a drink or two socially? But we all know the truth: the office party […]