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January 22, 2021

10 Office Desk Items to Improve Productivity

Sitting at your desk for 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, 52 weeks a year (give or take) can get boring fast. Boredom can lead to a lack or energy, creativity and productivity which in turn can lead to poor job performance. We’ve scoured the web to find some of the best desk items and accessories to help get you back on your grind. Whether you are working from home, one of our office spaces or our temporary offices, these items will help! 1. A Plant Yes, a plant. Now you may be wondering why a small desk plant may increase your productivity, it’s actually a proven fact that exposure to the colour green can improve productivity! 2. Chewing Gum Always keep an extra pack of gum at your desk, it has been proven through research that chewing on something can boost concentration levels. 3. Headphones (Noise Cancelling) […]
October 15, 2020

How to “Get Your Foot in The Door”

A common question among job seekers is “How do I get my foot in the door?” They could be referring to the door of a company, a new position, or something completely different but the tips we have can help with all of the above. How to Get Your Foot in The Door Apply for Open Positions This one may seem obvious, but it’s a great way to get an interview and really get your foot in the door at a company by just being face to face with someone who is employed there. You should customize your resume with keywords from the job posting to increase your chances of being called in for an interview. Learn a New Skill If for some reason your skillset is a bit short or not as refined as you like it, you can learn a new skill that can put you on the […]