Tourism is a major part of the British economy, and businesses all over England are being urged to support English Tourism Week from March 5-13. After all, the more tourists visiting England, the bigger the boost for a whole range of service, retail and business sectors. The week is a celebration showcasing the quality of […]
When you’re next having a cup of tea or coffee in the office, check the label and see if it’s a Fairtrade product. Fairtrade Fortnight is coming up – and businesses are being asked to think about how they can support workers in developing countries by using, selling or promoting Fairtrade products. Millions of farmers […]
If there’s one day in the year that can trigger a whole gamut of emotions in the office, it has to be Valentine’s Day – so don’t wear your heart on your sleeve! We’ve put together some DOs and DON’Ts to help you navigate around the emotional minefield and come out at the end of […]
While many of us were eating, drinking and making merry over Christmas and New Year, thousands of people went online and completed their end-of-year tax returns! You may think it an unusual way to spend the festive season, but for some uber-efficient or just plain worried souls, it was the pathway to inner contentment. HM […]
An unfair boss, an angry employee, and a working broadband connection can add up to a few hasty tweets flying through cyberspace – and sometimes coming back to roost. According to one survey compiled in the UK by a leading recruitment agency, a staggering 40% of employees have criticised their employers on social networking sites. […]
You probably thought the purpose of a piece of bread was for eating – but years ago stale bread was used as an eraser for black lead pencil marks. Art students and architects were advised to make light outlines with a soft pencil, and rub out errors with an Indian rubber or crumb of […]
Ever been stuck in a business suit on a boiling hot summer day? It’s not easy to project a cool and collected image if you’re wilting like an English rose in the middle of the Sahara! On the other hand, you can’t go to a boardroom meeting in shorts, so your attire for the office […]
Boost your health this summer by making cherries your favourite office snack food. Just 10 cherries make up one of your five a day, and this yummy fruit is a “superfood”, jam-packed with nutrients! It’s National Cherry Day in the UK on July 14 – so why not bring a bag of them into work? […]
Hipsters – those ultra-cool, creative and intelligent counter-cultural thinkers – have embraced a new trend – typing on their vintage typewriters in public. Urbandictionary.com defines hipsters as a “subculture of men and women, typically in their 20s and 30s that value independent thinking, counter-culture, progressive politics, an appreciation of art and indie rock, creativity, intelligence […]
Have you got a pair of crazy trousers at home that look, well … just wrong? Get them out of the drawer and get all of your colleagues to find their wackiest pair of drainpipes, Oxford Bags or any other pair of mad trousers to wear in the office on June 26 for a great […]
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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