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It has become common to plug in headphones and shut the outside world out, especially when you work in an office environment. However, I found myself wondering whether this was positive or negative. Read on to find out the pros and cons of music in the workplace. Music Makes the Office More Productive Pros of Music in The Office: Influences work ethic Listening to your favourite tunes has been proven to reduce stress. It calms and aids in concentration, in turn boosting productivity levels. Allowing employees to plug in and listen to their own tunes can improve their moods and work output. Makes things fun Tuning into one’s mp3 player, phone, computer or even radio makes the brain work faster, increasing mental performance. This is especially true when an employee’s job requires completing the same task throughout the entire day. Creativity Music inspires the creative part of the brain to […]

When it comes to office interior design, aesthetics is everything, right? While it might look pretty, what about the practical elements of the space; how will people interact with the room? Will it promote creativity and encourage productivity? If you’ve ever worked in a cubicle-style workspace with artificial fluorescent lighting, you know how important these elements are and how much they can negatively affect your health. The Healthy Workspace Provide Chairs that promote posture Provide different environmental settings that encourage people to sit, stand, and move throughout their day. Buy the best-quality ergonomic chair you can afford; make sure all furniture settings support people’s posture, especially when they’re using mobile technologies. Seventies-style beanbags no longer cut it! Most good furniture suppliers will also come and give your staff a lesson in ergonomics and chair adjustments to encourage good posture. Providing staff with a page of simple stretches to do at […]

We all know that you can quickly forget about plants in the office causing premature deaths and a new problem to deal with. Checkout these 5 plants that won’t die so easy. Transitioning back to the office can be stressful, having some plants around can help you! Office Plants You (probably) Won’t Kill 1.Neon Pothos This vivid green plant can really wake up a boring desk space—Satch recommends using it if your office is full of bland white, black, and grey hues. This will grow into a beautiful vine that cascades over the pot’s edge. It can be used for tabletops, but it also looks great in a hanging basket. More info Here. 2. Snake Plant It’s a steadfast plant that is upright and loyal. It can go for weeks without water, so it’s a good choice for forgetful office managers—plus it will also tolerate offices that crank up the heat or […]