When people think of work-life balance, they tend to think the time they get to spend outside of their jobs. However, considering how much time is spent in our work environments, it makes more sense that improving our workspace makes the greatest impact in creating a better work-life balance. Here, we discuss the impact office design has over work-life balance and what you can do to improve yours. ...read more...
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How to Attract and Retain Talent
Business owners learn quickly the value of a good employee, as well as the high cost of turnover and disengaged staff. A strong team of seasoned and motivated workers can be the key you need in your long term business strategy, which is why learning how to attract and retain them is a valuable skill. If you want to be an organization that attracts (and keeps) the best talent, consider offering these perks to your employees: Benefits Glassdoor found that more than half (57%) of people said benefits and perks were some of their top considerations before accepting a job. The best talent want to know ...read more...
Should You Relocate or Remodel Your Office?
As companies strive to be more innovative, progressive with technology, or position themselves as leaders in their industry, their environment needs to be supportive of their goals. Many organizations find themselves with space dilemmas as their needs change and grow. However, sometimes there’s no need to look outside your current setup to achieve the workspace you want. The extent to which renovations or repairs need to be done can help you determine whether or not you’re better off moving your business entirely. Consider the following to help decide which route is best for your current setup. Examine ...read more...
What is the ROI on Good Office Furniture and Equipment?
If you’ve been thinking about office furniture and equipment strictly as necessities, then you’re missing the greater picture of how furnishing affects employees and performance. Don’t be so quick to write off your office equipment as merely expenses, when they present excellent opportunities to become valuable investment pieces. A workspace that operates from quality furnishing and equipment will give back in the following ways: A Return on Health and Wellness One clear investment you can expect are the short and long-term health benefits of flexible workstations. Ergonomic chairs and surface ...read more...
Let Your Office Design Express Your Company Culture
Today, there is a big emphasis on company culture as organizations focus on fusing brand identity with their values. Unlike products or services, company culture can’t be duplicated, so it offers a unique opportunity to maintain a long-term competitive edge. To neglect this aspect of your company would be a poor business decision. In many ways, the workspace is the foundation of company culture; this is where ideas are formed, connections are made, and action takes place. The workplace should also provide inspiration and express the core principals of a company. Here, we’ll discuss how and why your office ...read more...
