Office Life

Creating an Inviting Breakroom: The Heartbeat of Office Life

Office Life 4 Sep 2024 M B

In today's fast-paced work environment, employees often find themselves glued to their desks, tackling tasks with minimal breaks. However, companies are starting to recognise the value of a well-designed breakroom…

Organisational Tools: Because Chaos is Not a Strategy

Office Life 30 Aug 2024 M B

In the hustle and bustle of the modern workplace, where multitasking is the norm, and deadlines are constantly looming, one thing becomes abundantly clear: chaos is not a strategy. Whether…

Back to School Made Easy: Equip Your Business and Educational Institution for Success

Back to School / Office Life 13 Aug 2024 M B

As the back-to-school season approaches, businesses and educational institutions face the annual challenge of preparing for the new academic year. Whether you're running a school, a university, or a corporate…

5 Refreshing Ways to Stay Hydrated at the Office

Office Life 11 Jul 2024 M B

Amid the demands of your workday, staying hydrated can easily be neglected. Whether you’re crunching numbers, attending meetings, or brainstorming with colleagues, maintaining proper water intake is essential for your…

Germs, Electronics and Your Office

Office Life 4 Jul 2024 M B

Improving office hygiene can enhance business success. In a busy office environment, it's common to see illnesses spread among employees. According to a survey, 80% of employees admit they would…

Finding Your Perfect Office Chair: What to Look For and Why It Matters

Office Furniture / Office Life 20 Jun 2024 M B

Picking the perfect chair for your office isn't just about finding something that looks good. The right chair can boost your comfort, health, and productivity in ways you might not…

How the European Football Championship 2024 can enhance your workplace community

Office Life 11 Jun 2024 M B

It's well-known that effective workplace collaboration thrives when factors beyond just shared professional objectives unite people. Colleagues are more productive when they have good relationships, share experiences, and enjoy each…

How to Save more on your Office Supplies

Office Life / Office Supplies 8 Feb 2023 Olivia Conway

Looking to cut some spending from your budget? Here are some tips to help you be more cost-efficient with your office supplies orders.

How to create a functional home filing system

Working from home 15 Apr 2020 Inksmith

When you’re working from home, the last thing you need is a disorganised home office. We’ve talked about some of the upsides to being a home-based worker, but a lack…

Easy ways to get biro marks off home furniture

Office Life / Working from home / Working Parents 15 Apr 2020 Inksmith

Biro marks can easily ruin your home furniture. With schools closed due to coronavirus and kids at home, they’re even more likely to appear on your favourite cushions and drapes.…

9 easy hacks to create a practical home schooling space

Office Life / Working from home 9 Apr 2020 Inksmith

Are you homeschooling, crafting or trying to make space to keep your kids entertained while you work from home? We've put together a few easy hacks to make space for…

3 simple tips to make the most of mindfulness at home

Working from home 6 Apr 2020 Inksmith

Let’s face it, working from home definitely has its benefits. From longer lie-ins to cancelled commutes and (hopefully) more peaceful surroundings. There’s no doubt a lot of new home workers…

7 easy ways to protect your posture when working from home

Working from home 3 Apr 2020 Inksmith

With so many people working from home at the moment, there's been a lot of talk about best products for good posture, back support, comfort and making sure your home…

6 Dos and don’ts for video conference calls

Working from home 30 Mar 2020 Inksmith

At some point, pretty much everyone has done a half and half working from home conference call. You know, top half suited and booted but lurking beneath the webcam’s line…

3 surprising ways home working could benefit your business

Working from home 13 Mar 2020 Alina Fisher

If you’re used to life in the office, then the prospect of working from home could be daunting, especially if it’s last minute or short notice. We know that there’s…

9 simple tips for styling your home office workspace

Working from home 13 Mar 2020 Alina Fisher

Transform your home office into a wonderful working space with these simple tips, office furniture recommendations and a splash of your own homegrown creativity. Whether you’re working from home part…

How to keep your kids busy when the schools are closed

Working from home 13 Mar 2020 Alina Fisher

When schools are closed, it can be a challenge to keep your kids entertained at home. But there’s more than just paper and pencils on offer to keep your kids…

Essential Supplies for Architects and Architecture Students

Office Life 4 Sep 2018 Simona Figelova

Whatever stage you’re at in your architecture journey, you’ll need some crucial tools and stationery supplies to help you on your way. Because architecture is a highly professional field with…

Teacher Planning Guides For The Year Ahead

Office Life 3 Sep 2018 Simona Figelova

Every new school year marks a fresh start for teachers and students. Both may return energised but teachers need to start planning for the year ahead. Teachers are coming under…

Put Pen To Paper For National Stationery Week

Office Life 20 Apr 2018 Alex Fuller

National Stationery Week is a chance to celebrate our shared love of stationery; its practicality in the office and the enjoyment we have picking up new pens and paper for…

Get Your Office Ready for GDPR – Or You Could Be Fined Millions

Office Life 19 Apr 2018 Alex Fuller

The General Data Privacy Regulation is a set of EU rules that changes how UK businesses handle customers’ personal information and other data. If you don’t manage and protect this…

How To Streamline Your Office Spring Clean

Office Life 6 Apr 2018 Alex Fuller

With sunnier days ahead, give your office a brighter and fresher feel with these cleaning tips and products from our spring cleaning shop. Create a cleaning to-do list Before you…

Is Your Business Prepared For Winter?

Business News / Commuting / Office Life / Recommend / SME / Tips/Tricks / Work Life Balance 6 Nov 2017 Alina Fisher

#WinterIsComing, so it's time for the annual Euroffice severe weather warning. Each year, we remind SMEs to get ready for bad weather in the winter months. I'm sure many people will…

How to stay warm this winter

12 Days of Christmas / Office Life 5 Nov 2017 Alina Fisher

How to stay warm this winter now that the cold hasn’t just snapped but shattered into a thousand icy pieces, it’s time to think about how to stay nice and…

Decorate your office for Halloween

Office Life / Tips/Tricks 25 Oct 2017 Alex Fuller

Halloween is just around the corner, which means it’s time to get into the spooky spirit and bring a fun and frightening atmosphere to your office. Buying new Halloween decorations…

5 top tips for creating personalised certificates

Office Life 16 Oct 2017 Alex Fuller

Certificates can be used in a variety of contexts in order to recognise and reward individuals or groups for their achievements. They can be given out as proof of formal…

5 ways to organise your desk space

Essentials / Office Life / Tips/Tricks 9 Oct 2017 Alex Fuller

Arranging your desk is the first step to higher organisation and productivity levels at work. A practical but creative and personalised desk area makes you feel more relaxed and willing…

How to survive your first week at work

Office Life / Tips/Tricks 29 Sep 2017 Alex Fuller

Starting a new job is pretty much a daunting experience for us all… you’re probably feeling nervous about learning your new role, panicking about meeting new people and feeling the…

Why more businesses are bringing music into the office

Office Life 27 Sep 2017 Alex Fuller

Some people say that listening to music whilst working has proven negative effects, whilst others say it boosts concentration and makes you a more effective worker. We’re of the opinion…

How to get creative with your journal

Office Life / Paper Products / Stationery / Tips/Tricks / Work Life Balance 25 Sep 2017 Alex Fuller

Creative journaling is designed for people with fast-paced lives and hectic schedules. These days, people often keep track of their busy lives using smartphones and other electronic devices, but the…