Stress in the office is a significant, pervasive issue affecting the majority of workers. Its causes are both psychological, i,e., looming deadlines, and environmental, i.e., interruptive office noise. So there are many simple changes you can make to generate a more peaceful office today. Stress in the office – tl;dr What is occupational stress? OccupationalWięcej
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Managers of distributed teams must create a cohesive, productive work environment despite physical distance. Communication barriers must be overcome. A unified vision must be shared. A few sure principles can help this endeavor! Managing distributed teams – tl;dr What is a distributed team? A distributed team is a group of employees who work together butWięcej
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At June 12–14 we will be presenting a new line of acoustic booths during NeoCon 2023 in Chicago. It is the first time that the hushFree line will be presented at a U.S. fair. The newest line is a brand response to current employer and employee needs in the field of agile and hybrid work.Więcej
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Noise distractions are the top complaint in many offices. And it can take 20 minutes to regain focus on a task once distracted. What’s more: today’s employee experiences one distraction every half hour. And 42% of them even worry about slipping into “noise rage” if their colleagues are too loud. Let’s take a closer look.Więcej
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The marks of a successful presentation are universal.Speech is clear as a bell. The lighting is attractive, making gestures readable. The backdrop is professional. The space is minimal. The presenter is composed and holds the floor. A partnership is advanced. But what makes an office recording space adequate? Just a handful of comparably universal marks —Więcej
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Vanlife. Work-from-anywhere. Coliving. And so on. The world is slowly accommodating wanderlusting employees. This is ultimately good news for businesses because road warriors offer unique value to any team. The problem: collaboration, communication, and loneliness. The solution: perfect virtual meeting spaces in the office. Spaces where on-site and remote employees can connect seamlessly. Let’s checkWięcej
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Teams now recognize the importance of quiet spaces for focused work and private conversations. Thus, acoustic work pods are becoming increasingly popular. They reduce office noise while providing a distraction-free environment where work efficiently flows. So what are the most important criteria to look for in a pod? Top criteria for office booths – tl;drWięcej
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Most interviewees know within half a minute whether they want to work for you by your workplace’s design. Roughly 69% would trade key benefits like commute time for a better office environment. 22% would even take a pay cut. So what does a talent winning (and keeping) office look like? Attracting talents by workplace designWięcej
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Office pods aren’t just for busy workplaces. They’re finding their way into highschools, medical centers, and libraries, as well. For ideas, check out some recent Hushoffice booth implementations in various facilities around our home country of Poland 🙂 Case #1: Booths in a Sosnowiec school give students space where they can think straight “We reallyWięcej
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What role does office noise play in workplace stress? How does stress impact an employee’s productivity over the long run? What easy, affordable remedies can organizations implement today to make their office quieter? This short blog tells all. Office noise – tl;dr Invariably, stress ultimately hinders employee performance. While stress can increase productivity in theWięcej
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Does the concept of work-life balance resonate with you? An alternative paradigm is the emerging “work-life fit” which, instead of seeking to divide “work” and “life” into two separate elements, sees either as counterparts to be harmonized. Perhaps it’s for you. Let’s look at some potential benefits of work-life fit and practical ways to applyWięcej
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Workplace Napping Day is coming right up this March 13th. To celebrate it, we’ve highlighted the power of the power nap and collected tips for becoming a team of moderate cat nappers. Power naps at work – tl;dr It turns out power naps are powerful when done right. They’re a cost-effective way to boost productivity,Więcej
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Microbreaks are short, frequent breaks at work. They’ve been shown to improve focus, productivity, and overall well-being. Sounds good? This blog details a handful of work techniques that include microbreaks, making it easier to take them. Microbreaks can increase creativity, boost motivation, and reduce the likelihood of burnout. By taking just a few minutes toWięcej
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Do you ever feel run down? Dispirited? Checked-out? You’re not alone. 76% of employees experience burnout. It’s now recognized as an international crisis. But take heart — you can actually become more resilient to stress by doing less, not more. The more imbalanced we become from working too hard, the more value there is inWięcej
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The Great Resignation. The Big Quit. The Great Reshuffle. Whatever we call it, the elevated rate at which workers have left their jobs since the spring of 2021 has been a force to reckon with. How to win amid it? Be the greener pastures employees seek. Give them freedom. Giving employees freedom amid Great ResignationWięcej
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Engagement at work affects everything. Job satisfaction. Health. Happiness. Performance. But it isn’t easy to bring your A-game every day. So how to stay engaged in this brand new year? Engagement at work – tl;dr Overwhelmed? Stressed? Spent? Know that “checking out” is a natural response to excess stress. It’s how we self-regulate and findWięcej
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Have you checked out hushAccess.L yet? It’s one of the latest pods from our Hushoffice collection of premium, acoustic, mobile booths. It’s ADA compliant, accommodating wheelchair users and those with motor disabilities. And it’s a big pod, seating up to 6 employees comfortably. HushAccess.L is made for an inclusive future. It can be broken down,Więcej
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January is a blank slate. A special opportunity to set into motion positive change abreast the momentum of a fresh year. Whether you’ve resolved to improve your physical health, work-life balance, or productivity, the following work habits will aid you in keeping your new year’s resolutions. Work habits to help you stick to new year’sWięcej
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Staying the course despite major unknowns. Maintaining good morale and communication via video calls alone. Bringing on new hires during busy seasons. Handling tense calls with nuance and grace. Today’s work world takes resilience at every level. Hushoffice pods can help. What is resilience? Adaptiveness. Toughness. The capacity to respond to difficulties quickly and efficiently.Więcej
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Whether it’s team training, intimate one-on-ones, or classified phone calls, verbal communication oils the wheels of a hybrid work world. How to support it? Our Hushoffice line of pods, booths, space dividers, and other flexible furniture can help. Products highlighted in this post… Hold 1:1 heart-to-hearts in hushMeet, a confidential pod for candid talk. SometimesWięcej
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Want to blend desirable aspects of the cubicle-style office with that of the open-plan? Want to bring more privacy and functional flow to the floor? Zone the office. It’s a good time to do it (or re-do it) since hybrid working has changed priorities, changing the workplace’s role through and through. By carving up oneWięcej
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For the first time, there are 5 generations in the workplace. Traditionalists, baby boomers, Gen X, Gen Y, and Gen Z. A medley of types — each one with distinguishing attributes and preferences. So what does each group want from the office? To appeal to as many people as possible on a multigenerational team, makeWięcej
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Highly sensitive people (HSPs) are like sponges, ultra perceptive of details and subtleties. They’re greatly affected by social stimulation, by the office’s pulse. It gives them novel talents at work. How can the office best this 20% of the population? Managers love the HSP’s thorough work style and caring nature. They’re meticulous and considerate ofWięcej
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Generation Z is the latest to enter the workforce. They’re set to surpass millennials as the most populous generation on earth. Who are they? What do they want? How can the office satisfy them, helping keep them around? Summary: what does Gen Z want out of the office? a layout that communicates transparency (over hierarchicalWięcej
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Attention is your most precious resource. It’s what gets the job done. It’s what colors your state of mind. How to protect it when modern work relies on devices and technologies that can be painfully distracting? Summary: 9 steps toward digital mindfulness Make meetings tech-free when possible (see the hushMeet acoustic meeting pod) Plan forWięcej
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Summer is coming to an end. And post-vacation blues are common — roughly 57% of people experience them. Luckily, September is prime time to get back at it with recharged chi, working up to a strong sustainable focus in advance of Q4’s hustle-and-bustle. Here’s how. Back to the office – tl;dr Note that it’s perfectlyWięcej
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The mighty hushWall divider is double-sided and portable, letting you do many things. Construct makeshift sub-spaces that are calmer than the office floor. Review digital assets as a group in a wink. Keep the office functional at a high level regardless of its occupancy. Check it out. Construct temporary sub-spaces fit for higher-order thinking. AskWięcej
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Hybrid onboarding is no small feat. How to familiarize the hire with subtle cultural values? How to ensure they link up with all the right stakeholders? How to gauge where they’re at (mentally and emotionally) every step of the way? Time to retool for our new way of work. Onboarding in a hybrid world –Więcej
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They make up 38% of the workforce. And they are the least engaged of all generations on the job. Thing is, engagement is the name of the game. So how to delight our millennials well enough to make them succeed and stay? Let’s explore using Gallup’s How Millennials Want to Work and Live as aWięcej
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Microsoft’s New Future of Work Report is a summary of recent research on all-things hybrid. A treasure trove of insight, really. Its “Team Collaboration” section offers 30 pages of data-backed guidance on managing a distributed crew. 4 calls-to-action from Microsoft’s New Future of Work Report 2022 related to teamwork Establish 2-3 set meeting-free days perWięcej
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