Today’s work environment is unprecedented. We’re all trying to work in the midst of a crisis and it’s anything but, business as usual. Change will be a constant theme in the workplace for the foreseeable future. And those changes will… Continue reading
Diverse workplaces are the cornerstone of any great business. From different cultures and ethnicities to different genders and ages – it’s clear that a successful business brings together people from all walks of life. Managing a multi-generational workforce can present… Continue reading
Working from home has become the new normal for the majority of employees. At Staples, we understand the importance of making sure you are comfortably setup so that your productivity level stays as high as possible! It's also just as… Continue reading
As more and more organisations are bound to let their employees work from home, new unpredicted challenges arise. It's important that employees have a comfortable work space at home, just like they would in the office. Having the right equipment… Continue reading
Motivate your colleagues Do you find yourself asking your colleagues again and again to tidy up in their own workplace or the office kitchen? Being in charge of office organisation can be tiring. Often employees feel the same way: the… Continue reading
Draw clear boundaries Home working is becoming more and more popular. Even permanent employees no longer want to work without regular days at home. But the workplace in your own four walls offers more than just advantages. In order not… Continue reading
According to Kyocera research, 2018, about 2 hours are spent daily searching for files and documents. This time can be spent more meaningfully. Especially in the home office, the work materials are often distributed over the entire living area. To… Continue reading
The history of the office is a surprisingly storied one. Though modern cubicles and desktop working may seem more prevalent than ever in the modern world, the idea of an indoor communal workspace has been around for centuries. The concept… Continue reading
The clothes we wear to work are often determined by our roles – think chefs’ whites or medical scrubs. Many offices won’t have a strict uniform but may come with their own rules and dress codes, and these dress codes… Continue reading
Productive meetings are hugely beneficial for your business and essential to driving great results. On the flip side, poor meetings can be a waste of time and resources, so it’s important for your business to know how to make sure… Continue reading
In every office, it’s crucial everyone is treated, and treats others, with respect. When deadlines are looming and workloads are piling up, things can become stressful. But it’s essential that employees still act professionally. Good office etiquette helps promote respect… Continue reading
Working from home is the latest phenomenon sweeping the workforce as companies constantly seek out new ways to improve flexibility and let people work in a way that fits in with their lifestyle and commitments. With more businesses offering flexible… Continue reading
Hot-desking has swept through offices across the globe as an alternative to traditional work stations, with an increasing number of companies seeking out ways to make their offices more dynamic, forward-thinking spaces. With more people working flexible hours or on… Continue reading
It’s a regularly recycled debate in many offices – whether to get an office pet. If you’re the owner of a small business, an office manager or someone who works from home, the idea of bringing an animal into your… Continue reading
The concept of a strong work-life balance is all about maintaining a healthy split between the time we spend at work and the time we spend on family or leisure activities. Exactly what constitutes healthy will differ for each individual… Continue reading
Your staff spend a big part of their life in the office, so it’s important to make sure that when they come to work, they’re as happy and comfortable as possible. After all, when people are in a workspace that… Continue reading
There are many factors that influence people’s happiness at work, from the general atmosphere to some of the additional perks and benefits that come with their role. But for modern workers, one of the most important is flexible working, with… Continue reading
Coffee + Water Where we work determines what we’re able to do, whether our space is a home office or company headquarters. Either way, this special area has the power to significantly impact our productivity and creative imagination, strongly influencing… Continue reading