Workplace Culture

Virtual meetings using Zoom or other video conferencing platforms made it possible for countless workers to move to remote work during the pandemic — and have allowed many of us to continue working remotely today. From company-wide conferences to intimate…

When the pandemic shut down offices across the countries, employers sent countless employees home to work remotely. Many newly remote workers realized they needed strong work-life boundaries to find a coveted balance between their lives at work and home. Now,…

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…

Take fellow employee complaints seriously, no matter how small the issue seems to be. It isn’t easy hearing you’ve done something wrong, but it’s still important to behave professionally when dealing with the grievance. Learning the best complaint handling techniques…

Workplace behavior involves more than just company rules and regulations. It includes those unwritten expectations that create a culture that leads to both high productivity and a pleasant work environment. It often seems, though, that even the best spot has…

At Quill, we treat every order as an opportunity to bring something extra to your business. Nowhere is that more evident than with our assortment of free gifts. Every time you order supplies is a chance to reward your team…

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…

Whether leadership development occurs at the executive level, the upper or mid-management level, or the project-team level, it is key to progress and progression at any company. This post identifies key shifts in the leadership development training paradigm based on…

Working remotely has boomed in a big way. Many businesses were quick to pivot to a virtual office during the COVID-19 pandemic to keep their employees healthy without sacrificing productivity. According to an MIT report, 34 percent of previous commuters…

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…

Coworkers sharing their personal views about politics, religion, culture and more are polarizing many workplaces. Whether the topic is about fake or real news, the role of government, or flat earth theories (really?!), opinions on these topics are often inflexible.…

Have you ever wanted to stand out at work - but were worried about standing out too much? You don't want to ostracize yourself from your peers, but sometimes this can happen when you're pushing for a promotion or trying…

When thinking of mentoring, what comes to mind is a seasoned executive giving advice to a younger person just starting their career. The older, more experienced person has probably faced just about any issue the younger worker might come up…

Isolation is becoming more common in work settings. The rise of office isolation is partially due to technology, long working hours, and office design. Furthermore, with high expectations to complete more tasks in less time, we have created our own…

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…

Defensive behavior at work is something we all have to deal with, and it doesn't only come from bosses or those in positions of power. The morning janitor, your project partner, an assistant, anyone can be defensive. Despite being common…

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…