Did you know that about 50% of the workforce in the United States works remotely at least part-time? And according to a study by Global Workplace Analytics, that number is expected to grow to 70% by 2020. The rise of remote work is due to several factors, including advances in technology and the changing workforce.… Read More »
Today, many people spend long hours at the workplace and will do so throughout their lifetime. Several studies have found that the overall design or structure of a workplace significantly impacts various factors, including employees’ physical, mental, well-being, and productivity. Companies of different sizes worldwide are transforming outdated workplaces into sustainable environments, green offices, to… Read More »
Your workspace should be the one place where you can get all your work done efficiently. But sometimes, we can lose ourselves in our work to the point that we don’t notice how cluttered the workspace can get. Whether it’s a home office or a desk at work, your workplace should be organized and clutter-free.… Read More »
COVID-19 drastically transformed how businesses carry out their operations with remote working nowadays being the norm. With lockdown restrictions now slowly being eased, most businesses have resumed going back to the traditional ways of doing business even if only for a couple of days each week. Because of this, the office space is important as… Read More »
Generally, an office should be where everyone can be comfortable completing their daily tasks efficiently. If the workspace is messy and dirty, it could affect the team members’ productivity in more ways than one. For instance, some might be so repulsed by their work environment that they can’t focus on anything else. Others may even… Read More »
Do you feel like you could do more in your day if you had better organization and tools? You’re not alone. In fact, many people struggle with office productivity. There are a few things that you can do to change that, though! In this blog post, we will discuss six tips on how to improve… Read More »
When the pandemic hit, the traditional office environment suddenly became irrelevant. To cope, businesses have adapted remote working. Now, you can picture employees with their ‘bed hair’ and still in their pajamas, slouching on a sofa while typing away on their laptop that’s on their lap. If hungry, they can simply take their laptop with… Read More »
The work environment is one of the most important factors in a person’s productivity. People are more productive when they’re comfortable and have everything they need at their disposal. If you want to be productive, take care of your physical surroundings first by making sure you have all the tools and resources that you will… Read More »
It’s no secret that office restrooms matter. In fact, they’re one of the most important things in a workplace! Here are five reasons why workplace restrooms are so important. Keeping Employees Happy Nobody likes to go into a disgusting toilet to do their business as it’s very unsanitary. However, every business can solve this problem… Read More »
Do you feel like your team productivity and efficiency could improve? Are there times when tasks seem to drag on and on, and people are not working as efficiently as possible? If so, you’re not alone. Many businesses struggle with inefficient teams. Learning some strategies that you can use to improve team efficiency and productivity… Read More »
It’s no secret that finding the right employees can be a daunting task. Not only do you need to find people with the right skills, but you also need to make sure they will be a good fit for your company culture. And then there’s the added challenge of competing with other companies for top… Read More »
When it comes to the layout and design of your office space, there is no perfect, blanket solution. The truth is, every company is unique and has its own requirements. Fortunately, however, there is no better guide to designing your office than your employees. Young professionals especially tend to be vocal about what they like… Read More »
Following the continuous awareness of environmental protection, conservation, and restoration, you’re probably aware of outdoor air pollution. Perhaps you’re concerned about numerous factories releasing fumes into the atmosphere, overcrowding, or even volcanic eruptions’ impact on the air quality. However, how often do you stop to think about indoor air pollution? Specifically, how is your office… Read More »
There is a notion that links our exterior space and its order to our interior condition, according to certain psychological studies. In other words, if the area is well-organized and neat, it reflects a well-balanced inner self. If the area around a person, on the other hand, is untidy or disorderly, it might be the… Read More »
In today’s world, many job seekers have reevaluated their worth. And coming away from the shutdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, many professionals chose to seek other means of employment instead of returning to their job. Company culture is a huge determining factor when it comes to choosing an employer. And though many have walked… Read More »
Productivity is a huge factor in workplace success, and it can be difficult to maintain a high level of productivity. Luckily, there are many methods that can help you improve productivity at work. Some of these include setting deadlines for tasks, blocking time to complete those tasks, and creating a workspace that is conducive to… Read More »
In any workplace, it’s crucial to maintain peak efficiency at all times. Always remember that productivity depends on efficiency. When you have an inefficient workspace, it’ll take your employees a long time to finish tasks, and the productivity level drops. A good work environment will allow your employees to tackle tasks relatively faster. Implementing small… Read More »
Many companies are struggling to retain employees. Some estimate that, on average, it costs 2 to 3 times as much money to find and train a new employee as it does to keep an existing one. It’s important for HR leaders in the workspace with high turnover rates and low retention rates to take steps… Read More »
Sitting for long periods has been proved to be detrimental to one’s overall health. It has been linked to an increased risk of high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, hazardous blood glucose levels, sluggish blood circulation, colon cancer, obesity, lower back discomfort, cardiovascular illness, and even mortality. Given this information, it seems that standing or being… Read More »
A hybrid work schedule is a work schedule that combines elements of a compressed workweek, remote work and flextime. Typically, in a compressed workweek employees will have some long days where they come to the office for a set number of hours and then leave early on other days to make up the difference and… Read More »