Calling all cat lovers with laptop dancing kittys! Apparently some badly behaved cats love to walk on their owners’ laptops to get extra attention. The problem is so common it has created a Twitterstorm – but now there is a purrfect solution for feline antics while you’re trying to work. Designer Ruan Hao has developed […]
May the force be with you – and in your stapler gun! A lifelong Star Wars fan and artist, James Haggerty, has used tens of thousands of staples to create a portrait of Darth Vader. The 40-year-old New York teacher has also made similar mosaics of Greedo and C-3PO. Mr Haggerty uses up to 33,000 […]
The way we organise our working lives has changed. Emails have replaced face-to-face meetings, and we do pretty much everything on a computer or smart phone. Organising our diaries, calculating our finances, remembering tasks – the computer does it all. Some people worry that our brains may be getting lazier. This is not necessarily true. […]
Did you know there is a museum of obsolete technology in California which serves as a geek’s paradise? The DigiBarn Computer Museum is said to move some of its nerdy visitors to tears as they remember their old inventions with fondness and enjoy a bout of nostalgia. The museum is housed in an old redwood […]
UK businesses are being urged to “think smart” about working practices for the sake of their employees and company profits. The ninth annual Work Wise Week is a thought-provoking initiative which runs May 11-17. National Work from Home Day will take place on Friday May 16th. The week is being organised by Work Wise UK, […]
Those boots are made for walking – so best feet forward for National Walk to Work Week (May 12-16). You can keep fit, reduce your carbon footprint, and enjoy a bit of team bonding with a special workplace walking challenge. Taking part is free, but you can use the opportunity to raise money for charity […]
Waiting for the bus on the way to the office is dull – but not if you spot a tiger on the loose, a flying saucer or massive tentacles emerging from the pavement! These were the staggering sights which amazed London commuters, thanks to Pepsi Max, who used ground-breaking technology known as ‘augmented reality’ in […]
Doors may be opening for people with autism to join the world of paid work in increasing numbers. Some employers who want attention to detail are actively looking for autistic employees, it has been revealed. The Wall Street Journal reports there is a new trend is to see autism as an asset in the workplace, […]
Post-it notes are useful, and most of us like to keep a few handy. But 14,000 of them stuck all over the house? That was the scene that greeted newlyweds Jamie and Emily Pharro when they returned to their Lincolnshire home from honeymoon in Italy. Friend and practical joker Paul Stanley had spent eight hours […]
Ever been stuck in a job you hated? If you’re unhappy at work here are a few tips to help you get through the day. Tip Number One: Get up early. It’s counter-intuitive I know, but getting up really early gives you some ‘me time’ before you have to leave for the office. You can […]
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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