How To Get Your Voice Heard In Meetings
Public speaking is one of many people's worst fears. Perhaps that's why speaking out in a meeting can seem so scary. But with these simple ideas, you'll be piping up…
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How to CUT commuter costs
Travel costs are really biting into our budget and rail fares are going up by 1% from next year. The government says this is lower than the rate of inflation,…
How To Avoid Food Temptation at Work
Being hungry in the office is a terrible thing. With a rumbling tum and temptation all around in the shape of vending machines and easy-to-reach snacks and nearby cafes,…
How To Deal With Conflict At Work
Conflict is a part of work, just as it is a part of life. But with some simple tips and clear thinking, you might be able to turn that argument…
4 Rules For Making Friends In The Office
Making friends is hard to do, especially when you're immersed in a busy office. Everyone seems to be part of a little group, and you might feel it's difficult to…
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20th Century Vs. 21st Century Office Life
We’ve found a wonderful little archive of information about life in a 1950s office. It’s all about a young woman called Jean who started her working life in a smart…
Helpful Tips For New Mums Getting Back To Work
When you have a family, setting off for work every day is like a military operation. Mothers try to make the system - breakfast, schoolbag, train ticket, afterschool, what to…
Do You Have These Annoying Characters In Your Office?
Working life means rubbing shoulders with all sorts of people, from the thoughtful to the downright peculiar. Have you come across any of these odd bods in your office? The…
How To Deal With Colleagues Coming Back From Holiday
While you've been chained to your desk, other people are now breezing back into the office, full of their exploits. With a little bit of invention you could make turn…
Tips on Getting Back To Work after a Holiday
So, it's hey-ho, hey-ho, it's off to work you go - now that your summer holiday has come to an end. But this doesn't have to be hard work. Here…
Top 6 Deskercise Tips
Feel a little slumped over and need to stretch out some of your day-to-day stress at work? Try out our Top 6 Deskercise tips to boost your circulation today... …
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Don’t Be ‘Stationery’ – Get A Move On With Your Career
Yes, it's a pun, but it's making a good point. You have to keep an eye on your career even when you're well established in your job. Think of yourself…
Posted inBusiness News Commuting Don't Be Stationery
How To Make The Most Of The Tube Strike
#LondonUnderground will grind to a halt at 6.30pm on Wednesday, 5 August. The #tubestrike means that there will be no Tube all through Thursday, with services back to normal on…
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How To Stay Cool At Work
Don’t be afraid of roasting in the office – follow these simple tips and you’ll soon be chilling out at work. If you work in a modern office, you might…
Posted inBusiness News Future of Office Office Life
Ten Things You Need To Survive A Conference
So it’s conference season. Which means... I’m a seasoned conference goer. Not because of work, but because of family. Without going into too much detail, I was dragged around…
Weird Workplace Accidents
Ever thought about safety in the office? We've found a few examples of the unusual dangers that lurk round the corner. Put it down to acts of God, inventiveness or…
Hooray, It’s National Cherry Day
Here at Euroffice we love cherries. They’re not only in our logo, they're in our hearts, because we want to be fun and offer you the pick of the bunch.…
The Dos And Don’ts Of Starting a New Job
So you’ve passed the interview and been given an offer. Now you’ve secured the job, it’s time to relax, right? No. It's time to think about how you can…
How To Switch Off On Holiday
You might have booked your break, but do you really know how to make the most of your summer holiday? Holidays are wonderful, stressful things. We spend months looking forward…
Say Cheers To Clock-Off Cocktails
Are you melting? I’m melting. You know what we both need? A cold drink. With an umbrella in it. We’re big fans of Friday Beer O’Clock (Beers O’Clocks?) here at…
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EUROPLANES Competition
Welcome aboard EuroPlanes The Captain has turned on the Fasten Seat Belt sign, so please make sure you are seated and belted for a journey around the world. We are…
Top 10 Ways To Be Healthy At Work
Get ready for summer fun and games by working on your health while at the office. Do you spend the day indoors at your desk, dreaming about living a healthy…
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A Day In The Life Of An Office Printer
Morning Someone switches the lights on and the day blinks into life. There's bustle around me, as people settle down to their desks, takeaway coffees in hand. Not long now…
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The Best Places To Picnic In London
Wondering where you can go for lunch in London on International Picnic Day? There's only one word you need to know to make your choice: Royalparks. (OK, that's two words…
Start Smiling And Make The Office A Happier Place
Flash your co-workers to make them happier. (Flash them a smile, that is.) Today is Smile Power Day (SPD). Until someone told me about it, I didn’t even know it…
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Colour In The Office
The sudden appearance of the sun last week got us quite excited here at Euroffice. It got us thinking about how we could brighten things up in the office, after…
Creative Ways to Use Sticky Notes in The Office
The sticky note – most widely used for passing on short messages or reminders. They can often be found at the top of a large pile of paperwork, stuck to…
Posted inHistory Human Resources Office Life
The Creation and Evolution of The Job Interview
While there have always been jobs, for most of human history we never had job interviews. Why? Let’s take a peek into the past. In The Beginning Think back 12,000…
Office Chairs : The Good, The Better & The Best
There’s been much talk in the office recently about our upcoming range of stylish Office chairs. Euroffice has always stocked excellent products, but these new chairs really take style seriously. We convened…
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How To Make The Most Of The Bank Holiday
If you haven’t planned your #BankHoliday outings yet, why not have a peek at these ideas and see what takes your fancy? Say Hello to The Animals at a City…