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‘Feng shui’ means wind and water, and it’s an ancient Chinese art that focuses on balancing energy to increase happiness, health and wealth. While there’s no scientific proof that feng shui really works, many people swear by it. There’s no better way to find out for yourself whether there’s anything to it than by trying it out with these practical tips for transforming your home office into a hub of productivity and, quite possibly, abundance. (more…)

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With our many commitments around the home and at the office, we’ve had to figure out ways to maximise our time properly. Relaxation time should be just that, and the same applies to work time. And while we’ve recently covered how to create an efficient workspace, below are a few tips for creating a comfortable friendly work environment. (more…)

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With life, comes clutter. Desks, drawers, and a computer’s desktop can quickly get out of hand, leaving us in a state of chaos that makes it hard to get anything done. The best way to handle clutter is to make a little effort towards eliminating it every day. Many people leave clutter until it’s too late, though, and that’s when it’s time for a serious declutter at work. Here’s how. (more…)

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A recent study has shown that one colleague’s rudeness in a work environment can cause all of those who come into contact with the person to make more mistakes. The study has provided interesting statistics about politeness in the workplace, but perhaps its most significant part of the findings is the fact that they have major implications for the healthcare profession. (more…)

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When your workday is busy and life in general is stressful, many people don’t pack a healthy lunch for work and either turn to takeaways or neglect to eat entirely. The easiest way to make sure that a quick, healthy snack is at hand when the hunger pangs hit is to keep a few food items at the office – but which ones should you choose? (more…)

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If your office is in need of some refreshing but you don’t want to give it a full revamp, don’t despair – some minor changes can make the office environment more pleasant and relaxing. A large part of how much you enjoy your office relates to personalising the space, so choose touches that make you feel like you’re in an area that’s uniquely yours. (more…)

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It’s summer, and being stuck indoors at work can be frustrating when all you want to do is get out your sandals and enjoy a spot of sunshine. There are ways to enjoy office life this summer, though, and avoid those indoors-on-a-sunny-day blues. Take a look at our ideas for making the most of summer, even if you’re in the office. (more…)

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Your home office should be a space that allows you to feel productive and get down to business. Decorating a home office is all about finding what it is that gets you into that frame of mind and bringing it in to your office space. Consider choosing a theme or colour that appeals to you and building around that, then take some time to choose pieces that’ll make your office a useful area as well as a place that you really enjoy being in. (more…)