The Evolution of Office Design If you’ve ever watched the show, Mad Men, you understand just how much the American office has changed. Office design evolves as needs change, and we are right on the brink of yet another shift. Let’s take a look at some different office layouts over the years. Cellular Space These Read More
How Do You Know When It’s Time For An Office Redesign? The prospect of an office redesign can seem overwhelming – it will cost time and money. But take a look at your business and how it’s performing. Could it be time to make some changes? How do you know? New Business Has Stalled If Read More
5 More Office Workouts To Do This Week We’ve talked about easy ways to get some exercise right at your desk before. Add these 5 office workouts to your regimen to boost your results even more! The Wait For It Calf Raise Next time you’re waiting by the printer or copy machine, work in a set Read More
Art Positively Impacts Office Productivity Believe it or not, artwork plays an important role in office productivity. It may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about good office design, but it’s worth taking into consideration. In fact, according to a recent study, a staggering 74% of professionals say they like Read More
Hack Your Office For More Energy Efficiency Energy efficiency is a hot topic these days, as companies do more to limit their impact on the environment and stretch their budgets farther. Here are simple some tips to make your office more energy efficient. Do An Inspection You can start with a visual inspection of windows Read More
Active Office Products You Need in 2017 We have talked and talked about the benefits of an active office. The research simply doesn’t lie – you have to get up and move during your workday! Taking a walk at lunch or using the stairs are great ways to be more active at work. But you may Read More
Does Your Workplace Have A Morale Problem? Even the most mindful of managers can deal with the occasional morale problem at the office. Low morale can quickly affect workplace dynamics and negatively impact your bottom line. But, how do you know if you have a problem? What actions can you take to increase morale? Hint: Read More
Good Office Design Engages Your Employees Good office design isn’t just pleasing to the eye. It is essential to keeping employees happy and productive. Employees who feel engaged in their workplace perform better and stick around longer. But, how exactly does office design impact employee engagement? Communication Connection is the root of human relationships, and Read More
Spring Cleaning At The Office Spring cleaning isn’t just for the home. Maybe your office or desk could use a little sprucing up! Tackle a few things in your own space, or grab a few of your coworkers and de-clutter a community area. De-Clutter Your Desk If your desk is covered in a mountain of Read More
Ergonomic Design and Sleek Style Aren’t Mutually Exclusive When it comes to ergonomics at the office, design has come a long way! Now many companies offer stylish choices that are both functional and pleasing to the eye. The humble office chair is probably the most common furniture item at your workplace. Though simple in theory, Read More
Helpful Hints for Meeting Productivity The dreaded office meeting – it always seems to cut into your day a little more than you’d like. Isn’t it supposed to increase office productivity? It seems like a great concept to collect minds and share ideas. So why do so many of us leave a company meeting feeling like it Read More
Office Productivity Tips From The Pros Office productivity is one of those topics we could talk about for days. Everyone wants to be more efficient and waste less time at work. What’s the secret? While there’s no magic fix, there are some simple changes you can make to be more productive during the day. Tackle Read More
Employee Wellness Programs More Important Than Ever Americans are working longer and longer hours, and our health is paying the price. Employee wellness has never been more important. Though people are becoming more health conscious, it’s hard to make time for exercise and eating right during a 60 hour+ work week. What Are Employee Read More
Are You Killing Your Office Productivity With Your Diet? Did you know that what you eat at work could affect your office productivity? Food is fuel for our bodies (including the brain), and eating well at work will lead to a more productive day. Start with Breakfast Eat properly in the morning to set yourself up Read More
Lounges At Work Are The New Office Trend More and more, companies are recognizing the need to provide some space at the office to “blow off steam.” The newest office trend is the swanky lounge/kitchen. These areas often include games or activities, comfortable furniture, and of course – snacks! Why The Lounge Is Trending Recent research Read More
The Office Dog – Pros and Cons Have you ever worked for a company with an office dog? As a dog owner myself, I can’t help but think of how fun it would be to have a dog around at work. But, it may not be a good idea for all office environments. Benefits of an Read More
Stretch at Work for a Healthy Lifestyle We’ve all heard it, “Sitting is the new smoking.” So, are you breaking up your 8-10 hour workday to maintain a healthy lifestyle? Maybe “deskercise” isn’t your thing, but stretching is for everyone! It will make such a difference in how you feel. Stretching For a Healthy Lifestyle Read More
Millennials In The Workforce Explained If you work with millennials or identify as one, this article is for you. It’s a shame that they have acquired a bad reputation over the years. They’re called lazy and entitled- how awful! The truth is that this generation sees the work place a little bit differently, and that adds value to Read More
Office Lifestyle: Handling Conflicting Politics Election season may be over, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that workplace political discussions will follow. You may have a divided office. Some employees are happy about the results and some are not. Talking politics at the office is a tricky subject and can lead to heated discussions. How do you Read More
Latest Office Trend – Organize Your Office By Color Many people struggle with organization, but a new office trend will make this chore easy and fun. A tidy desk saves time and hassle. If you want to get more organized this year, try using color to help! Office Trend: Organize with Color Color plays an important Read More