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What to say to your boss when asking for a raise can be a tricky and uncomfortable converation. Here are some tips on how best to approach this discussion. Make a list of the recent contributions you’ve made to the company. Be certain to include things that are outside the scope of what’s expected of…
Read MoreWhen setting up call center cubicles there are several important factors you need to consider as you make your plan. Here are some of the first things you’ll need to decide: Do you have assigned seating or do associates sit anywhere? If you have individuals working at an assigned desk, you may want to opt…
Read MoreWe spend a significant portion of our waking lives at work. Most companies offer short breaks (often in the morning and another in the afternoon for the day shift) along with a meal break. Do you take your breaks? You should! Not only is it good to disconnect from the tasks at hand and recharge,…
Read MoreFurnishing an office is a complicated project. Whether you’re opening a workplace, updating an exsiting workplace or adding onto your office, there are some important things to consider. Use a Professional You may be amazing at shopping on Amazon and extra handy with the ratchet set, but you should engage a pro when it comes…
Read MoreWant to be the best employee you can to your boss? There are some things you can say (and do) to signal you’re not just there for a paycheck, but that you’re a helpful teammate. Here are a few things you can do to help convey this message in your daily interactions: I’m heading out…
Read MoreUnwanted sounds in an office can cause distraction and even anxiety for some workers. But how do you block out noise in an office? One way is to get a white noise machine. What?! Using noise to block out noise? Yes – this is actually a strategy used by businesses all around the world. What…
Read MoreManaging people is a cruical part of your job and the forward progress of the organization where you work. But how do you know how to be a great manager? Here are some tips to help you build trust and increase productivity in your team members. Tip 1: Stop by their desk in the morning…
Read MoreAsking your customers to leave you an online review may seem difficult, but it’s well worth the effort! Online reviews are marketing gold. Consumers are more likely to purchase goods and services from a business that has an online presence with recent and multiple reviews. But how do you go about actually asking a customer…
Read MoreIn life and in work, it’s important to be memorable for all the right reasons. One place many people fall short is in thanking others for assistance, gifts, or other acts of goodwill. How do you do it? Verbally? Via text, email or chat? A social media post? By way of a handwritten note? Well…
Read MoreA question we often get from customers is, “Are standing desks bad for you?”. The answer is yes, they can be. We bet you’re surprised to hear that coming from an office furniture store that sells standing desks, also referred to as sit stand desks and height adjustable desks. The reason we say they can…
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