Employees’ wellbeing should be a top concern for all businesses, no matter how big or small. Generally speaking, the happier your workforce, the more productive they will be, which ultimately means more high quality work being completed for your business. So how can you help increase your employees’ morale? It’s important to create a fun […]
It’s nearly the end of the current tax year – so it’s time to have a financial check-in. Make sure you’ve taken full advantage of your 2014-15 Isa tax-free allowance – that way you won’t be giving your hard-earned savings to the taxman. And if you’re over 55 years, new laws come into effect on […]
What annoys you about the people you work with? Maybe they smell, or say stupid things all day, or have weird quirky habits you find hard to ignore? A national UK newspaper recently did a survey of their readers, and found there were a whole range of irritating habits displayed by British office workers. Here’s […]
Are you thinking of a little office romance this Valentine’s Day? Well, it was good enough for these high-flyers… 1. Barack and Michelle Obama Did you know that Barack and Michelle first met when they worked together at a law firm in Chicago? No wonder they’re the ultimate power couple. 2. Brad Pitt and Angelina […]
You spend a large part of your day in the office, so shouldn’t it be a fantastic, comfortable and inspiring place? Unfortunately the majority of offices can be a little on the dull side. You may not have the budget to completely revamp the place to look like the Google, Innocent or Facebook offices, but […]
Over the next few weeks, specialist osteomyologist Paul Manley will be giving you the low-down on repetitive strain injury, explaining what RSI is, how to avoid it, and what to do if you’re afflicted by it. Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) is a general term used to describe a primary cause of a condition. It can also indicate […]
Negotiating a bit of snow on the way to work is all part of the festive fun at this time of year. But think ahead to make sure the chill doesn’t spread to relationships between managers and staff. Weather disruption can make it hard for staff to get to work on time, or they may […]
We’ve all seen people cast caution to the wind at an office Christmas party, only to regret it later. It’s far better to be a spectator than a participant in work-related shenanigans! But what is the worst festive faux pas? Is it snogging the boss under the mistletoe, or performing like a drunk Bridget Jones […]
Running with a camera strapped to his head, athletic James Heptonstall made a mad dash from Mansion House to Cannon Street tube stations. James left his friend Noel Carroll on the Circle line train and sprinted 380 metres between the two stations, to the amazement of fellow passengers. They thought it was Mission Impossible, but […]
As a receptionist you’re often the first point of contact when someone calls or visits the office, which means it’s down to you to give a great first impression. No pressure! We know that you’re at the heart of your company and without you everything would fall apart. It may not be all glitz and […]
Need some healthier lunch inspiration? Feeling the pinch on your bank account, and your time? Rising prices seem to be affecting everything, from groceries to energy. As a result, people are left looking for ways to cut back on expenses wherever possible. One expense that can quickly add up is lunch for work. To make […]
Setting up a small office, or already have one and need to make it more functional? Being a small team ourselves, we thought we’d share our list of the top 10 must-have items for your small office – some practical, some often overlooked, but all essential! Coat stand If you’ve ever walked into an office […]
4: Power on your mouse 5: Pair (if using Bluetooth) 6: Test 7: Adjust your settings (Optional) 8: Enjoy your wireless mouse Troubleshooting tips By following these steps, you should be able to set up your wireless computer mouse successfully. If you have any questions our team of experts is always on hand to help. […]
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