Health And Wellness

In most cases, the word “productivity” has applied to your workspace, the furniture within it and how that space is set up.

After all, better work starts with a great space to work.

But there’s more to it—specifically in how you take care of yourself and your body throughout the day. Did you know that what you eat and when you eat can lead to a more productive, healthier workday? It’s true, and it’s easier than you think.

Nothing is more important than your health.

In our recent Think Space blog, we talked about setting goals and being ready for whatever 2021 has in store. A big part of reaching or achieving those goals is wellness, and when it comes to the workplace, that’s a multi-faceted topic.

As 2020 winds down, we’re all beginning to reflect on what we’ve accomplished and what we’re thankful for. And in the wake of an especially challenging year, we’re also pondering what lies ahead.

The changes that have accompanied the last 10 months have been formidable, to say the least. Celebrating a birthday with loved ones or grabbing a bite to eat with coworkers used to be the norm, but we’ve all changed the way we connect with the people most important to us.

As many of us gradually return to the office with guidelines in place, we hope this information serves as a look toward the future. Our team at HON is here to support you through the transitions and help you look forward to productive collaboration in all forms.

Many businesses are planning a return to the office, but for many workers across the country, their home offices will become permanent. 

We understand that the way you work is changing every day, and you most likely aren’t able to meet in person with your team right now. We hope this information serves as a look toward the future. Our team at HON is here to support you through the transitions and look forward to when you’re all back in the office and collaborating together.

May has been known as Mental Health Month for 70 years! Awareness is important for understanding what mental health is and how to assess resources available. Often, people focus on their diet or exercise to take care of their health and forget about practices to take care of their mental health. Try these tips and exercises below to practice self-care.

Does your office have a pack rat?  The desk that is always cluttered with piles of paperwork strewn about, never able to find what they are looking for? Tackle the mess with these helpful tips to help declutter and clean up your workspace to get back on track:

 

The Worksurface
With work stations often shrinking in today’s office, if we clutter it up with papers and personal items, we lose this valuable real estate.  Take time to work through the stacks of paperwork and organize them into the following categories:

Despite the groundhog’s (seemingly false) claims of an early spring, we’re buried under an increasing amount of snow and ice here in the Midwest. Reminiscent of the forlorn offices of yesteryear, the grey and white canvas leaves us wanting more!

Bypass the winter blues (and greys) with these seven tips to spice up your workspace!