Category Archives: Office Ideas

Have you ever had a to-do list that was so long it felt like you’d never get to the end of it? Or have you ever started the day with a manageable list, but by the end of the afternoon … Continue reading →

Before you joined the professional workforce, you probably had dreams of a nice office with lots of windows, plenty of privacy and ample space to think. But the reality is that companies large and small learned long ago that they … Continue reading →

Get started designing your ideal home office with decorating tips, pictures and videos from HGTV.com experts. Colorful Home Office Designer Kim Myles creates a vibrant home office and family hangout with natural accessories. A color palette of bright green, brown … Continue reading →

Office gossip is 70-90% factually correct. “Gossipers feel more supported and positive gossip — praising somebody — may lead to a short-term boost in gossipers’ self-esteem.” And positive gossip is a good idea because what you say about others becomes … Continue reading →

Two plus years working from the couch and kitchen table had my back and wrists all cranky, to say the least. Hence, I recently set up a permanent workstation, taking into account some best ergonomic practices that I’ve garnered over … Continue reading →

You Gotta Admit, She’s a Beauty… If you ever wanted to see what a highfalutin pen looked like, here’s your chance.  The thing is – I think it’s a knockout! When I saw the price, I was all ready to … Continue reading →

Here are twelve quick desk organization tips. These are things that have worked well for me and help me maintain an organized desk (most of the time). Most of them are probably applicable to others as well. If you have … Continue reading →

1) Clean out each desk drawer, to free up even more valuable storage space.   2) Clear off the top of your desk, then wipe off the surface of the desktop.   3) Keep essential items on your desktop (computer, … Continue reading →

The best bosses strive to simplify things for themselves, their people, and their customers. In addition to the subtraction mindset already considered, Good Boss, Bad Boss shows the value of checklists, of instilling predictability during scary times, and offers A. … Continue reading →

“I judge you when you confuse their and they’re.” But there are situations where formally correct writing isn’t necessary or even desirable. One example is when you’re talking exclusively to peers. The staff newsletter, written by employees for employees, will … Continue reading →