Zoom fatigue is so last year. Now we call it burnout. 

To say that 2020 and 2021 were eventful years would be an understatement. Although COVID-19 was making headlines and was continually top of mind for us all, business still needed to get done—somehow. And it did in abundance, with creative solutions that worked immediately and for the long term. Working remotely, for instance, became a way of life, which led to a plethora of virtual meetings.

For the last eight months, businesses have been planning for the day when they can safely bring employees and customers back into the workplace. Some regions around the country have kept COVID positivity rates low, while others are experiencing a third wave of infections. With the potential for a vaccine to be widely available sometime next year, we asked Miller’s customers about their plans and top concerns for returning to the workplace. Here’s what they had to say.

In 1989, sociologist Ray Oldenburg coined the term “third place” in his groundbreaking book, “The Great Good Place,” which explored the idea of a public, social place outside of home (first place) and work (second place). His concept of third places looks at how public places like coffee shops, bars, hair salons and bookstores are at the heart of communities.

It’s back to school time – and that brings with it a roller coaster of feelings. From the excitement of a fresh start to the sad reality that summer is truly over. Kids, parents – everyone really – is heading back to busier schedules and new daily routines.

Is it crunch time? Does your to-do list seem endless? According to the American Psychological Association in 2017, 61 percent of Americans identified work as a significant stressor. Stress in the workplace can impact productivity tremendously. Here are a few tips to help de-stress while at work.

Beeeep…Buzzzz! It’s time to rise and shine! Many people wake up at 6:30 am or earlier and commute via car, train or bus. However, some people are not always bright-eyed and attentive in the morning. Here are a few practical tips to help keep your mornings upbeat and your days productive.

How organized is your desk? According to surveys, the average person will lose an hour a day to disorganization.  Yikes, that adds up! If you’re disorganized for a month that piles up to approximately 31 hours. According to the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO), 27 percent of people said they do not feel organized at work. Here are five tips to help you stay organized, save time and be more productive.