Now is the season of goodwill – and frantic online shopping to avoid the stress of crowded shops. But while you are surfing the Internet for bargains, be careful of scams and nasty tricks by rogue traders and cyber-criminals. Here are a few tips for staying safe: Watch out for amazing short-term offers that demand […]
Office parties are known for leaving a trail of destruction, as red-faced colleagues arrive at work sheepishly the next morning, mortified by the memory of last night’s shenanigans! More than one office worker has pulled a sickie to die quietly in shame after snogging the boss- or worse- but according to a new study, there’s […]
Did you know that the world-famous Post-it note was the result of someone having a day-dream? One Sunday morning in 1974 a man called Arthur Fry, an engineer working for the company 3M, sat in the front pews of a Presbyterian church in the USA. A regular member of the church choir, he was in […]
The proverbial “generation gap” has just been highlighted in a video clip of a little girl trying to use a retro-style landline phone. The film showing young Layla’s confusion over an old-fashioned landline receiver has gone viral – and it’s enough to make many adults feel as ancient as the phone itself. The clip shows […]
Do you give secret Santa gifts in your office or workplace? Why not make the annual gift exchange a giggle this year, and follow one of these suggestions? White elephant Everyone taking part donates a quirky gift – something weird or funny, or maybe an unwanted birthday present (unused!) and wraps it up. Everyone gets […]
It’s time to put on your pinny and whip out your whisk for a good cause: yes, it’s Wallace and Gromit’s Big Bake from December 7-13. Supported by Homepride Flour, the Big Bake aims to get people of all ages baking to raise money for sick children in UK hospitals and hospices. Now is the […]
November can be a bit dreary – so why not spread a little sunshine in your office on World Kindness Day, November 13th. Bake some cakes and give them out, raise money for charity, or do something to make others happy – the aim is to rise above your own concerns for the day and […]
Did you know that writing in shorthand was the 19th century version of tweeting, used as a method of writing down your own thoughts on hot topics of the day? Shorthand is an abbreviated system of writing based on the alphabet, and it allows someone who is well trained in it to write as quickly […]
“The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” This statement from Gestalt psychology can be applied to many teams in the workplace – as long as they are put together and managed intelligently. Success is when your team can achieve synergy, creating something together that’s bigger or better than they would accomplish as […]
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. […]
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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