Office Atmosphere

The COVID-19 pandemic reframed how we work, where we work, and now — potentially — what we wear to work. Professionals might be wondering which of the changes are here to stay and which will be, so to speak, shorts-lived.…

Whether your company requires employees to work from the office full-time or operates on a hybrid model, right now it might be more important than ever to ensure that workplaces feel welcoming, comfortable, and supportive in order to both recruit…

In the final stages of the Great Return, as the last companies transition from 100% remote to a hybrid work schedule, many employees are looking forward to the opportunity to work with their colleagues after two years of isolation. However,…

During the pandemic, the “life” part of work-life balance has suddenly come under a bit focus. And it’s no wonder why: with all the rapid change and uncertainty, work simply needed to be more flexible to accommodate all the stuff…

The workforce is increasingly heading back into the office. However, it’s anything but a return to business as usual. Rather than go back to the way things were, many organizations are offering flexible hybrid models. In this new normal—and on…

Working from home has its advantages. You can’t beat that commute time! But when your dog is barking, your kids are fighting, and you’re distracted by the towering pile of laundry that still needs to be folded, it can be…

Even as the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, many workplaces are transitioning from remote work back to an in-office setup. One New York-based study found employers in every industry reported an increase in office occupancy between May and August of this…

On the show The Office, manager Michael Scott once said, “A lot of the people here don’t get trophies very often, like Meredith or Kevin. I mean, who’s going to give Kevin an award? Dunkin’ Donuts?” Michael’s observation wasn’t eloquent…

Watching The Office makes viewers howl with laughter and cringe with secondhand embarrassment, but it’s probably never made you think, “I wish I worked at Dunder Mifflin!” There are plenty of reasons why working at the Scranton paper company was…

Thanks to lockdowns and the ensuing (and unprecedented) shift to remote work, the workplace meeting doesn’t look like it used to.  The COVID-19 pandemic has forced companies to rethink meetings: how they’re scheduled, how participants conduct presentations and engage in…

No matter how much a person loves their job, if it’s the same thing every day, it may leave them looking for something more exciting. A bit of fun in the office helps keep employees satisfied and thriving in their…

Imagine you’re sitting around a boardroom table or participating in an online workplace meeting. You and your colleagues are Black, Asian, Latinx, white, and mixed-race. Some identify as LGBTQIA. Some use a wheelchair or a cane. Some are visually impaired…

Workplace stress is a problem for many people. The majority (79 percent) of people report feeling stress during their workdays. And it doesn’t help that our days are often sandwiched between traffic jams and housework. Stress makes our days less…

Once upon a time, people saw their coworkers and bosses at the office. Generally unless they made plans to get together outside of work, that was pretty much the end of the story.  Today, social media makes it extremely easy…

We spend a third of our lives at work, and most people visit the bathroom at least six or seven times per day. That means it’s impossible to avoid the office bathroom. Unfortunately, a lot can go wrong in office…

In today's work culture, work-life balance can be a challenge. Employees will feel very appreciated if they know they have a place to just sit and think, meditate, read, or take a cat nap. A small amount of "me" time…

The regular old 9 to 5 may seem like a theme from the past. More and more businesses opt for shorter work weeks, give remote access to their employees, or simply do not require as many bodies in the office.…

There’s no such thing as a perfect workplace. No matter what industry you’re in and what kind of team you’re on, you’re going to find yourself facing dilemmas and wondering whether you should step in to fix them. In fact,…

Coffee made from just ground coffee beans is a great way to prepare for a productive day ahead. It fits your schedule because it only takes a few seconds to grind whole beans in a quality coffee grinder. For that…

A clean kitchen area and breakroom can help coworkers de-stress at certain times throughout the day. Cleanliness also conveys that your company cares about its employees and business environment. Without rules, though, the room designated for eating and relaxing may…