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10 Top Tips for Setting Up an Archive

By Paperstone on 10 April 2015 in Filing & Archiving with 0 Comments
10 Top Tips for Setting Up an Archive

Are you thinking of setting up an archive for your organisation? Here are 10 top tips on running an archive: Decide on a mission statement. Define the purpose of your archives, and decide what to include in your collection. Evaluate all potential materials against this statement. Have a list of criteria to help you decide […]

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4 Top Tips For Creating A Fun & Welcoming Office Space

By Paperstone on 2 April 2015 in Office Desks, Office Life, Office Workers with 0 Comments
4 Top Tips For Creating A Fun & Welcoming Office Space

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 […]

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The Best 7 Ways To Personalise Your Desk

By Paperstone on 31 March 2015 in Office Desks, Office Furniture, Office Life with 0 Comments
The Best 7 Ways To Personalise Your Desk

You spend around 24% of your time at work and if you’re office based you’ll end up sat at your desk for the majority of this. Adding a few personal touches to your work space can really lift your mood and add positivity into your day. Plus, despite concerns that managers won’t approve of a […]

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Essential Reading for Stationery Fans

By Paperstone on 27 March 2015 in Fun, Office Supplies with 0 Comments
Essential Reading for Stationery Fans

Are you a stationery fanatic? If so, here’s an idea for your Amazon wish list: a new hardcover version of a rather quirky read by author James Ward. The Perfection of the Paper Clip: Curious Tales of Invention, Accidental Genius, and Stationery Obsession explores how the items in our stationery cupboards were invented, and the […]

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Top Tips To Overcome New Job Nerves

By Paperstone on 24 March 2015 in Uncategorized with 0 Comments
Top Tips To Overcome New Job Nerves

New job? It’s normal to dread the first day in a new office. But you can beat first day anxiety by following our top tips: Tip 1: Visualise success! Don’t allow your nerves to get the better of you: overcome anxiety with positive thinking. Strengthen your professional self-image by making a list of all your […]

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Self-Assessment – It’s That Time of Year Again!

By Paperstone on 19 March 2015 in Office Workers with 0 Comments
Self-Assessment – It’s That Time of Year Again!

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 […]

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Getting Things Done – 6 Top Tips To Achieve High Productivity

By Paperstone on 9 March 2015 in Uncategorized with 0 Comments
Getting Things Done – 6 Top Tips To Achieve High Productivity

Do you have a demanding job? It can be hard to keep on top at work, but here are six tips from Britain’s top bosses to achieve high productivity. Be crystal clear about your role and your goals, and don’t get distracted. Politely decline to take on work outside of your remit. Do your work in […]

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More Annoying Work Habits

By Paperstone on 27 February 2015 in Fun, Office Workers with 0 Comments
More Annoying Work Habits

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 […]

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Amazing Braille Printer Is Made From LEGO

By Paperstone on 24 February 2015 in Printers & Fax Machines with 0 Comments
Amazing Braille Printer Is Made From LEGO

A 13-year-old boy has come up with an amazing invention – a low-cost Braille printer which he built using Lego bricks! Young entrepreneur Shubham Banerjee from California wants to get his device developed to help visually impaired people because the printers which are currently available cost around £1,300 ($2,000) each. The eighth-grader did some research […]

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When All Is Shred and Done – A Guide To What Not To Shred

By Paperstone on 17 February 2015 in Office Machines & Supplies, Paper, Shredders & Supplies with 0 Comments
When All Is Shred and Done – A Guide To What Not To Shred

Why not clear the decks at home and shred all that old paperwork you’ve been hanging on to “just in case”? It’s great to have the extra space, and a tidy uncluttered house has a calming effect on the mind. So which documents are important to keep, and what can safely go into the shredder? […]

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