Probably the shortest story ever written was allegedly by Ernest Hemingway and read: “For sale: baby shoes, never worn”. Brevity in prose has now found its niche with the rise of a new literary genre – flash fiction. The name was first used back in the 90s as the title to an anthology of very […]
A new breed of worker has emerged – the ‘white collie worker’, also known as Misty the sheepdog from Cumbria. Customers of the Burlington Stone quarry in Kirkby-in-Furness, Cumbria, are amazed when the intelligent nine-year old border collie gently takes their weighbridge tickets in her mouth. The clever collie then finds an office administrator to […]
Anyone that has an Email account, which is just about everyone in the known world, will know the mild irritation of spam. This playful clip highlights this by placing the phenomena in the context of the home. However, beyond simply making light of the inbox virus it attempts to remind the watcher of just how […]
Do you want a James Bond lifestyle? Well, you’d better buy a Parker pen then! The classic Parker Jotter pen – invented in the 1950s and immortalized in the 1995 James Bond film Goldeneye – is still highly prized by collectors. In Goldeneye, Q-Branch supplies Bond with a Jotter pen that is a C4 grenade: […]
If you spot a bloodhound in a bowler hat and spectacles on the way to the office don’t worry – it’s probably Take Your Dog to Work Day. This annual celebration of our four-legged friends takes place next Friday, June 21 and aims to boost the number of animal adoptions around the world. Bosses are […]
Pedal power is set to hit the UK during Bike Week, the UK’s biggest mass participation cycling event. Bike Week takes place between June 15 and 23, and aims to get people back in the saddle, enjoying their bikes again. Bike Week will also encourage commuters to cycle to the office on a regular basis. […]
Why not have a wacky day in the workplace and support Wrong Trousers Day on June 21st to raise funds for sick children. Employees are urged to donate £1 to follow in the footsteps of Wallace and Gromit and don their craziest trousers instead of normal work clobber. The Wallace and Gromit’s Children’s Foundation wants […]
What colour is your office interior? Some experts believe that different colours affect mood and motivation at work, but two thirds of offices are painted cream or white. Cream is good in a stressful environment, but there are more adventurous colours that can also have a relaxing effect. Green is restful for the eyes and […]
Are you tempted to have an office romance, but worried it might hijack your career? Although fraught with risks, an office romance doesn’t always end in tears. Working in the same office and sharing physical space with someone (a factor which social psychologists call ‘proximity’) can encourage attraction – and this can often lead to […]
Recycle Week is celebrating its 10th Anniversary this year – and businesses all over the UK are invited to get involved in the event. The week will run June 17-23 and the aim is to get people to think about how they can recycle when they are away from home, including when they are at […]
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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