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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
With offices becoming increasingly focused on technology, employees rarely have time to take a step away from their computer screens. As a result of workplace pressures, such as larger workloads…
You’ve probably been there before; hunched over your desk with what feels like the weight of the world on your shoulders. Deadlines are looming, colleagues are panicking… the office can…
2017 is all about having workspaces that are flexible and able to meet the ever-changing requirements of your workforce. With hierarchal structures becoming blurred and company dynamics shifting more towards…
The healthiest week of the year, bar none. ----- Across all walks of life, taking care of one’s eating and drinking habits can do wonders for physical and mental health.…
The NEW £1 coin will enter circulation on March 28th, with the Royal Mint producing 1.5 billion new coins. The current £1 coin is being replaced for the first time…
Part of loving office life is loving the annual leave that comes with it. It gives you time to refresh and time to explore new places, meet new people and…
Wedding stationery is big business. But if you've come back to work wearing an engagement ring, then you probably have a hundred and one things on your mind (apart from…
Welcome back to the office! If you're anything like us, you are feeling rested and refreshed after the Christmas and New Year break. Hopefully, your batteries are recharged and ready…
When we came across A Better Desk, a blog dedicated to one man's passion about office supplies, the colour orange and great pens, we just had to share it with…
Design director, Nic Pryke at Oktra spent some time with us to talk about his ideas and thoughts on how to make your space within the office a little bit…
Few things are as emotionally fulfilling and comforting as a hot drink on a cold day. That’s even more so at work where you’re looking forward to getting home and…
It's that time of year when you're making lists of presents to buy and wondering how you're going to get it all done, especially the little things like stationery stocking…
Once a year, in pretty much every office around the country, the email will arrive announcing the office Christmas party. Although we think our Christmas Party is great, we know…
What a hassle, drama and frustration it can be each morning to wake up and rummage around a wardrobe full of clothes but find nothing to wear. Or to just…
When many people think about office buildings, they think of boring structures to be endured rather than enjoyed. Yet across the world there are numerous teams of creative geniuses smashing…
Team bonding is often about completing tasks and challenges in small groups and against other people. That can be fun, but also a bit stressful. So try a different kind…
There are some quirky, usually unspoken rules about spending a penny in the office toilet. But it's time we flushed the toilet taboo and sorted things out. So we can…
Lifestyle benefits worth over £800 per year to employees Ability to work from home most valuable benefit Having a pet friendly office more valuable than private healthcare Having a fun…
The number of people working from home has increased dramatically in the past decade. And, whether you only work from home occasionally or if your entire job is home based,…
For a stationery addict on a budget, the office supplies cupboard or stationery cupboard is often a treasure trove of beautiful notepads, pens, highlights and more. Any addict will tell…
If you’re a startup business or owner of a startup this blog is for you. Employees love a well stocked stationery cupboard, mostly to steal office supplies from it, but…
Does your child's school meal sound healthy to you? How do you think it compares to school dinners from around the world? And how school meals affect energy levels for…