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No one likes dealing with conflict in the office. However, it is a very important thing to know how to deal with. Here at DataTech we are no strangers to office related conflicts, and we sure know how to deal with it. Let us show you how we deal with conflicts in the office, hopefully, it helps you. More of us are going back to the office in 2021, so we can expect some conflict! Dealing With Conflict Management Acknowledge It Realize that conflict does happen, daily. You cannot hide from office conflicts forever, and it’s better professionally and for your own sanity to recognize that it does happen and running from it will eventually catch up with you. Don’t Wait Like a baking soda volcano, don’t wait until the conflict erupts into something uncontrollable. Get ahead of the problem before it becomes something bigger than it needs to be. […]

Why choose DataTech Business Centre? That’s an easy one. But why don’t we tell you anyway. We offer a wide variety of professional business services in the Victoria area. We offer Office Spaces, Meeting Rooms, Virtual Office Services, Temporary Offices and Mailboxes. Everything your business could ever need. Why is DataTech Right For You? Office Space At DataTech Business Centre, we pride ourselves on our premium business offices. Available to rent long or short term, it gives your business a way to appear professional and centralizes your workforce. You can check out our list of available offices here. With every office space rental, we include free coffee and tea, as well as internet access. Temporary Office Space The perfect space for interviews or small meetings. If you need a larger space, our boardrooms are perfect. Our Temporary Day Office is offered on an hourly or full day basis and available […]

It has become common to plug in headphones and shut the outside world out, especially when you work in an office environment. However, I found myself wondering whether this was positive or negative. Read on to find out the pros and cons of music in the workplace. Music Makes the Office More Productive Pros of Music in The Office: Influences work ethic Listening to your favourite tunes has been proven to reduce stress. It calms and aids in concentration, in turn boosting productivity levels. Allowing employees to plug in and listen to their own tunes can improve their moods and work output. Makes things fun Tuning into one’s mp3 player, phone, computer or even radio makes the brain work faster, increasing mental performance. This is especially true when an employee’s job requires completing the same task throughout the entire day. Creativity Music inspires the creative part of the brain to […]

When it comes to office interior design, aesthetics is everything, right? While it might look pretty, what about the practical elements of the space; how will people interact with the room? Will it promote creativity and encourage productivity? If you’ve ever worked in a cubicle-style workspace with artificial fluorescent lighting, you know how important these elements are and how much they can negatively affect your health. The Healthy Workspace Provide Chairs that promote posture Provide different environmental settings that encourage people to sit, stand, and move throughout their day. Buy the best-quality ergonomic chair you can afford; make sure all furniture settings support people’s posture, especially when they’re using mobile technologies. Seventies-style beanbags no longer cut it! Most good furniture suppliers will also come and give your staff a lesson in ergonomics and chair adjustments to encourage good posture. Providing staff with a page of simple stretches to do at […]