We all know how fast a good rumor can make its way around the office, but those salacious tidbits have nothing on another office nuisance: germs. In fact, this research shows that germs travel around the office even quicker than previously thought, going from hands onto communal surfaces within hours and from there to your desk in the span of just a couple of hours. [Read More]
Think of how much time we spend on a computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone these days. Reading from a screen is much different and much harder on the eyes than reading from a book. It’s no wonder so many of us experience itchy, dry, red, burning, tired eyes. Any time is a good time to be proactive about protecting your vision. Here are the 6 best ways to reduce computer [Read More]
This video from Business Insider reminded me of a post we did a few weeks ago on posture tips for a pain free workday. The video has 20 very good tips for sitting at your desk all day without hurting your back. [Read More]
Before you even had a chance to get in on the treadmill desk trend, the hamster wheel standing desk renders them obsolete You’ve seen standing desks, and probably even treadmill desks, but now they’re old news. We’ve reached the logical next step in fitness-related office furniture with the hamster wheel standing desk. Perfect for the hipster in your office who has everything, these desks allow you to simultaneously reach levels [Read More]
Look around your workspace. Do you see a plant? Depending on your answer, you may not be as productive as you could be. A new study suggests that office plants increase productivity and make workers happier than those without. The study found that adding plants to offices where there were none could increase productivity by 15%. RELATED: The 15 Best Office Plants to Improve Indoor Air Quality at Your Workplace [Read More]
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