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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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? […]
It might be a digital age, but there’s still a lot of paper floating around in the world – around 400 million metric tons of it are produced globally every year. So in 2015, how far are we away from the paperless office? The answer is that most businesses are nowhere near managing without paper. […]
Help the kids in your family and community to stay safe online by backing Safer Internet Day on February 10th! Insafe have been organising this awareness-raising event since 2005, and this year is more important than ever, as more and more children now go online with mobile phones, tablets or laptops. On Safer Internet Day […]
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 […]
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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