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Does Office Design Really Affect Productivity?

Productivity Bits

Companies should embrace both the open plan type office and the cubicle design, to provide workers with a choice. Office Furniture In recent years, sitting has become a harmful health affliction of contemporary society, giving rise to the phrase – “ sitting is the new smoking ”.

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Why You Need to Put Your Desk on Cinder Blocks

On The Job

I've been reading that it's better for your health and productivity to stand at your desk rather than to sit hunched over it like a gargoyle (who knew?), Still, being so noticeable at work — sort of a Lady Gaga among the cubicles — is not without its drawbacks, he says. "I Cost: about $20. "I

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Co-Workers Annoying You?

Professional Assistant Blog

Taking a break is good for your health, but its not a bar or a club. Here are some tips on getting your team members to lower their voices: Ask the group of people to quiet down, move their conversation to a meeting room or even take the conversation outside. Its nice to socialize at times, but we are here to work.

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The R's Of Employee Motivation

Ian's Messy Desk

From corporate cubicles to the factory floor, the collective skills and efforts of people keep your operation going. If you think your employee’s poor performance is costing you profit, instead of overhauling your employee roster, why not try motivating them to become better employees ?

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How to exorcise your demons of disorganization

Ian's Messy Desk

If you have an open-door policy, place your back to the entrance, or face away from your cubicle entry to indicate your unavailability. Manage drop-in visitors – Reduce “people clutter&# by placing in/out trays outside your space to avoid being disturbed by staff. Keep the office door closed.

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A Better Cup of Coffee to be More Productive!

Professional Assistant Blog

This is actually good for your heart and has many health benefits as well. A large number of people that wake up in the morning need their coffee to jump start their mornings and help them throughout the day. Some even drink way too much - 2 cups of regular strength coffee is enough. Having Trouble Planning A "Non-Religious" Office Party?

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Got the Flu? Work from Home!

Professional Assistant Blog

Flu season can definitely be debilitating to your health. Did your co-worker, significant other or a client give you a surprise by coughing and sneezing around you? Dont you wish you could be where they are (to the left) instead? It happens each and every year, even if you end up getting the flu shot.

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