You may be planning vacation with friends or family soon. While away you may spend time at clear water beaches, hiking or swimming with dolphins. The last thing on your mind is returning to work and the boatloads of tasks you’ll have waiting. Returning to piles of work is one of the reasons why Americans leave 577 million unused vacation days on the table every year. Here are a few tips to help you transition smoothly back to work after vacation.
Did you know over 1 million workers suffer a work-related injury or illness annually? Evaluating office design can make your workplace safer. June is an opportunity to raise awareness about workplace safety. It is National Safety Month and a great time to consider the current state of your office design. Safety awareness month ideas for an office should consider input from employees. As you recognize National Safety Month, consult your team in developing safety ideas you can incorporate. To get you started, here are some ways to ensure your office design is safe.
Celebrate National Safety Month this June in various ways. The National Safety Council encourages ways to prevent injuries on the job, at home or on the road. Get involved and share ways your team can practice preparedness, wellness, as well as prevent falls and injuries. Here are a few tips to help promote safety awareness month ideas for an office.
Did you know there are over 15 gift cards worth more than $300 currently available? It’s common to receive a gift card for a rebate after purchasing select office supplies. If you plan to take advantage of rebates, consider collecting a few over time to use for employee engagement or customer involvement. Check out fun ways to use gift cards from rebates on our blog.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, only 39 percent of all workers in the private industry have access to wellness programs. Practicing wellness impacts our health and has cognitive benefits for productivity. Active wellness programs can lower stress and improve concentration. It is estimated cost associated with presenteeism due to poor employee health can be up to 3 times greater than direct health care expenses. If you are starting or reviving a program here are a few tips to enhance it and make it fun for staff over the summer.
There are a variety of daily activities in the workplace, one of which is printing. A study found 65% of people print daily. Be aware of unspoken printing etiquette rules at work and help the office run smoothly, reduce waste and save time. Beyond the commonly known rule "do not leave a paper jam behind", here are a few others that are applicable at a variety of workplaces.
As summer approaches the weather gets warmer, the sun shines longer and daydreaming about the beach is harder to resist. Everyone wants to enjoy beautiful weather especially when summer always seems too short. Instead of the office being a barrier between your staff and summer you can help people get outdoors. Giving staff an excuse to go outside may result in increased productivity and engagement. According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) 64% of employers offer an annual company outing or picnic. A picnic is one way to help staff get outdoors, here are a few more ways to embrace summer at your workplace.
Are we printing more or less? With digitally savvy staff and a growing work-from-home trend everyone may not have access to printers. Yet, approximately 83% of US workers still go to an office and 65% of people print daily - even millennials. Starting or refreshing a printer usage policy helps maintain an office supplies budget. As well as encourages staff to be more sustainable. Here are three key points to consider when constructing your printing policy.
According to the Washington Post, in 2016 the first 15 days of May set a record for consecutive rainy days, which left many craving for the sun to return. Research shows lack of exposure to sunlight can make you feel tired or sluggish. According to the National Weather Service, precipitation for the month of May in Washington D.C. is normally six to eight inches while areas in Virginia reach nine inches. To help you through your workday when rainy days are here this spring, here are some motivational quotes we hope you enjoy.
