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8 ways to make your office work for you in 2014

1.    Improve communication

Create spaces that allow people to see each other and communicate easily. Take down walls where you don’t need these and allow information to flow freely throughout your company.

2.    Promote sustainability

 Green is the latest and greatest corporate buzzword but turn it into a reality. Start a sustainability project and get your staff into the groove.

3.    Break time

We all spend so much time and energy staying connected but this quickly leads to exhaustion and poor work performance. It is time we all started to break away for short periods of time.

4.    Meet out the box

Find new ways to meet and brainstorm, aside from the boardroom. Many great ideas are formulated in informal or quirky settings where people feel more at ease and relaxed.

5.    Prioritise wellness

The right office can help to provide a balance between work and play, and inspire staff to find their own personal rhythms that are conducive to both productivity and happiness.

6.    Brand your building

An aggressive branding strategy can keep employees ahead of the curve and they are constantly reminded of company values and mission statements.

7.    Spring clean

Clear desks of the clutter as it clears heads at the same time.

8.    Zone out

Individual desks are becoming a rarity so encourage staff to branch out and enjoy the different spaces in the office.