Your working environment affects productivity and your business' bottom line.
Your working environment, including the colour of the walls, affects productivity. It's understandable that people wouldn't perform as well in a dull, windowless office compared to a natural light-filled, friendly space. So, why not read through our articles on creating and managing a working environment and company culture that suits your brand and your people?
Siân Goodson, Founder of executive search business Goodson Thomas, shares her strategies to help SME owners ensure they have a more diverse workforce and senior team
If you're looking for ways to give your workspace a boost, here's a quick look at six simple changes you can make to encourage productivity and keep staff motivated
Andrew Mawson of Advanced Workplace Associates shares his thoughts on how business relocation can be the perfect opportunity for reinvention and a shift towards Agile working
Many business owners may consider renting out a virtual office in the early stages of growth. Christina Attrah of Virtual HQ explores the benefits of virtual offices to SMEs
We explore why lone working policies are an important component of every SME's Health & Safety process, and how to go about writing one that's tailored to your employees
Having flexibility over where employees work can result in higher risk of a security breach. ShredallSDS Group's Nik Williams talks us through the importance of secure remote working policies
Finding the perfect business premises can be a complicated task. Mike Patterson of We Buy Any House examines the key aspects to consider and pitfalls to avoid
Many small businesses start life from the kitchen table, spare bedroom or garden shed. Merje Shaw, MD of Path59, shares her advice on getting your business off the ground
Employee wellbeing is becoming crucially important in the workplace, especially for small businesses. Here's one way to turn your office into a paradise of productivity
Using e-learning and staff training services is becoming more and more important for businesses. Here's how to update the skills of your workforce with online learning
With the use of AI and automation increasing in the business world, how can SMEs prepare for the future of the workplace? Stephen Quinn, founder of Jobbio, takes a look
Research shows that older employees bring many benefits to a business including experience and morale. Here's how to attract and retain an ageing workforce
Alan Price outlines the key employment law developments business owners need to be aware of in the coming months, including reporting on gender pay gaps
Employee Wellbeing: How to Keep Your Staff Healthy
Moving to a new office is a sign of business growth, but it can also be a stressful experience. So how can you take the pain out of the moving process?
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