Did you know that the rubber we use for pencil erasers was first used by the Olmecs, an ancient Mexican civilisation, 3500 years ago? The Olmecs made rubber from a the ‘milk’ of various trees and plants, including the Castilla elastic tree and the Ipomoea alba plant, and produced broad, flexible strips which they wound […]
You might be an accountant or you might not – but do you know your numbers? Forget spreadsheets for a moment and think about the most important numbers for your health – your blood pressure reading! Do you know what it is? Everyone should know their blood pressure status – that’s the message of Know […]
Have you noticed that people often buy novelty stationery items as holiday memorabilia? In a blur of sunshine and cocktails, pens shaped like the Eiffel Tower or Statue of Liberty seem to have a certain appeal. But when it comes to holiday-themed stationery, the humble postcard is undisputed King. So this summer will you be […]
How many hours a day do you sit at your desk? If you work in an office, the answer is probably “too many”. As soon as you sit down, electrical activity in your body virtually stops and your rate of burning calories slows to just one a minute. The enzymes in your body that burn […]
The humble pencil has a proud history. Before the days of word-processing it had a vital role to play for authors of many genres. Back in the day it was a straight choice between pen and ink and the more sympathetic pencil which could be erased when the writer had second thoughts. Nobel Prize winner […]
The viral mobile game Pokémon Go has invaded the office. The recently launched app has created a huge obsession with hunting the cartoon characters in the real world. Employees all over the globe have been sneakily looking at their smartphones and slipping away from their desks, hoping to catch the virtual Pokémon. One man, Syed […]
Professionals who work from home are branching out and working in “tree-house offices”, in a bid to go back to nature. The luxurious treehouses are on sale for around £20,000 and are proving popular alternatives to working in the spare room. They provide people with an escape from domestic distractions and can provide a relaxing […]
Life without various forms of sticky tape would be unthinkable. How would we get through the Mount Everest of Christmas pressies we all have to wrap every year without using a roll of Scotch tape? And how would we keep our carpets clean and smart without the help of masking tape when we paint the […]
Did you have a 6 inch (15 cm) ruler in your pencil case when you were at school? Perhaps you still keep one in a desk drawer? But have you thought about the history of the ruler? Instruments to help us draw straight lines and measure things have been around for thousands of years – […]
Sweltering hot days are great when you’re on the beach – but high temperatures can bring office workers out in a sweat! Here are a few tips to survive summer in the office: Be ready for the Office Cold War, a.k.a. the Battle of the Thermostat! On one side of the battle line are […]
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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