When it comes to your business, there’s one thing you need to think about above all else: your employees. That’s never been truer than in the climate we currently live in. In 2018 it was reported that self-employment was rising in the UK—but why? Well, aside from being your own boss, it would appear that […]
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3 Top Tips for Keeping Your Flooring Clean
There are many advantages in keeping your office premises clean and tidy. The first and most obvious is that clean and inviting offices and shop fronts will encourage customers and visitors to come in and feel welcomed, boosting their confidence that you will be able to suit their needs. The floor is often an overlooked […]
Coworking Isn’t Just for Solopreneurs: Why Your Small Business Will Benefit from a Shared Space
When you think of coworking spaces, you probably think of freelancers who pay a small fee to rent a seat at a desk shared with several other people. A quiet coworking space offers relief from the distraction of loud coffee shops and unpredictability of available electrical outlets. While coworking spaces are utilized by freelancers and […]
Relocating Your Office Securely: The Online & Offline Essentials
Relocating an office is something most companies never want to do by choice. The upheaval is huge, and the time, effort and costs involved can be mammoth. The fact is, that it is likely to happen at least once in a long-term company setup. There can be many reasons an office needs relocating including: Growth […]
How to Survive in an Open Office
The open office is now the most common office layout across the UK and the USA. So, does the open office make for a more collaborative and egalitarian workplace? Or is the open office a nightmare of noise and discomfort for employees? So, does the open office increase or decrease productivity? The jury is still […]
13 Tips for Turning Your Office into a Sanctuary for Creativity
A lot of businesses are recognizing that employees need to feel comfortable in their workspace. Turning bland and traditional office decor into creative havens can yield very positive results for you and your business. But what makes a space ‘creative’ exactly? It’s hard to define, but a creative space will boost morale, increase productivity and […]
6 No-Fail Office Design Ideas for a Comfortable and Productive Staff
Did you know that the design of your office has a direct impact on your employees? More than just a paycheck and benefits, today’s top professionals are looking to for a work environment that encourages collaboration and creativity while reducing stress. When your staff is in an office space that is safe, clean, healthy, and […]
6 Office Ergonomics Tips to Help Your Staff Avoid Fatigue
On the job, injuries are common in every profession, whether you are stationed inside a warehouse, construction setting, or office. The injuries that an office worker may experience are often slowly progressive and are usually associated with fatigue on both physical and mental levels. Here are six ergonomics tips that you can relay to your […]
This One Thing Can Dramatically Improve Workplace Productivity
If you’re an office manager or a team leader, you’d likely try just about anything to boost your staff’s productivity levels. With that said, you probably already know that finding the right strategy often means walking a very fine line—many productivity-boosting initiatives are met with skepticism and consternation from an already hard-working team. But what […]
Quick Stay-at-Home Guide to Starting a Small Business
Many parents are opting to stay at home while the kids are growing up. Some are supplementing their family’s income by working from home, often launching a new business enterprise there. Here’s a quick stay-at-home guide for starting your own small business. Decide on Your Business Structure Most in-home businesses begin as sole proprietorships. This […]
