Negotiating a bit of snow on the way to work is all part of the festive fun at this time of year. But think ahead to make sure the chill doesn’t spread to relationships between managers and staff. Weather disruption can make it hard for staff to get to work on time, or they may […]
Planning a Christmas tipple in the office this year? A glass or two is probably OK (with the boss’s permission) but remember, the workplace is not an ideal setting for festivities. Drinking in an environment where you are normally sober and focused can make you more vulnerable to the effects of alcohol, say scientists. Our […]
We’ve all seen people cast caution to the wind at an office Christmas party, only to regret it later. It’s far better to be a spectator than a participant in work-related shenanigans! But what is the worst festive faux pas? Is it snogging the boss under the mistletoe, or performing like a drunk Bridget Jones […]
Whether you use your smartphone on your daily commute or when rushing between meetings, we’ve made a change to our website that will save you time and energy when ordering from us. We’ve been very busy redeveloping www.paperstone.co.uk over the past few months to make shopping for stationery and office supplies even easier. Now if […]
Running with a camera strapped to his head, athletic James Heptonstall made a mad dash from Mansion House to Cannon Street tube stations. James left his friend Noel Carroll on the Circle line train and sprinted 380 metres between the two stations, to the amazement of fellow passengers. They thought it was Mission Impossible, but […]
Does the working week sometimes seem a drag while you wait to have fun at the weekend? Well count your lucky stars you didn’t live in Roman times, when a week was eight days long! The calendar you use on your phone today (like the one on your wall) is a Gregorian calendar, dating back […]
You’ve worked hard all year and the time has come to let your hair down at the office Christmas party. Stories of the drunk guy from finance who kept falling over are still circulating the office and you’re a little worried that’ll be you this year. Follow our 10 tips for survival and you’ll be […]
Do you have a tree in the garden, street or park outside your office? If so, why not go out on a limb and decorate this tree for National Tree Dressing Day on December 6 and 7 (yes, that’s actually two days, strangely enough!). All over the UK local councils, the National Trust, and many […]
It’s official, the office Christmas season is upon us. Christmas trees are springing up in reception areas, the Christmas party is all anyone’s talking about and now you have to put your hand into an old lunchbox and pull out a name for Secret Santa. Will anyone believe you if you put your first pick […]
As a receptionist you’re often the first point of contact when someone calls or visits the office, which means it’s down to you to give a great first impression. No pressure! We know that you’re at the heart of your company and without you everything would fall apart. It may not be all glitz and […]
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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