Workplace Tips

Whether you work in an office or from home, chances are high that you have to be there for a large portion of your day. If that’s the case, then making sure that your work environment is as comfortable and efficient as possible is crucial. In this article, we’ll go over some tips on how to make your desk as comfortable and productive as possible so that you can get through those long days with ease! Working in an Office Efficiently Get organized The office is a place of business. So be professional! This means keeping your workspace neat and organized. Organize the things you keep on your desk: files, folders and papers collectibles that inspire you (like pictures or plants) pens and pencils If you have a lot of papers, it’s best to have a filing system in place. If not, it might be better just to get rid […]

Everyone deserves a promotion, right? Well, no, not everyone, but sometimes you feel you are just ready. Don’t get too ahead of yourself, but if these 5 things relate to you, then it may be time to step up and ask for that promotion. So sit back and relax and get ready to find out if you are promotion ready. Are You Ready for a Promotion? It’s no longer a challenge Tired of your everyday duties? Are things getting really boring at work? If you feel you aren’t being challenged enough and you are doing your job well, it might be time for a change. A good company will recognize this and take steps to make sure you are challenged. You cannot communicate good ideas Do you have excellent ideas? If you feel you aren’t in a position to express these ideas to higher-ups, it’s time to get into a […]

With more and more people choosing a shared office space over a private one, maximizing productivity becomes an important issue. Sometimes when moving into a shared office space, it can be difficult to adjust to the new working environment. But DataTech has been providing office space to the Victoria business community for years and we know how you can maximize your productivity in our offices. Stay Productive in Shared Offices If you think shared office space is right for you, check out our affordable offices and many other services. Room Setup Arguably the most important part of remaining productive is how your office is set up. A lot of factors come into play when choosing how to lay out your office. If there will be multiple people inside the office and you are easily distracted, try to angle your desk away from those people to not be tempting by conversations. […]

Little things that we do at work, either conscious or subconsciously, could be holding us back. It’s important to note these things and put them to a stop, or at least acknowledge them so we can understand better. DataTech has a few things that you might be doing that holds you back at work. Things Holding You Back 1. Stereotyping As bad as this sounds, it is a very common practice in the workplace. Many people would never admit to stereotyping, but it does happen and if you feel you could be guilty of it, it’s time to stop. This could be anything from racial stereotypes to generational stereotypes. 2. Not Acknowledging Yourself We often do not take the time to look back on our accomplishments. It’s an important part of our jobs and careers to take a step back and look at what we have accomplished. This is especially […]