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A PSA to my bosses: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect that of the author’s. Whether it’s because of an opportunity we cannot say no to or a work environment we can no longer say yes to, resigning from our job is a pivotal part of our career. But when is a work situation beneficial and when is it detrimental to not only our growth but our health? In this article we’ve listed telltale signs you should probably start drafting your resignation letter.  You see no opportunities for growth.  Unfortunately, not all jobs offer room for growth, skill-wise and/or career-wise. Apart from an opportunity to get a promotion, growth can also actualise from heading...

People spend hours a day sitting at their work desks. The only thing you do more of each day is sleep. So when you think about that, it makes sense that your desk almost becomes like a part of you. Whether you work at home or in the office, your choices and actions can shape your personalities - your desks are no exception. That's why we think each person's desk tells us something about them both as workers and people. No matter how clean or how messy you are. Scroll down to find out what your work desk says about you! The Minimalist At the other end of the spectrum are those who absolutely have to have a tidy, minimalist,...

Isn't it great to have cool office gadgets and accessories that can help improve your performance and relieve your stress at work? Technology is advancing at a breakneck pace these days, and new gadgets continually bring something new and exciting. That's something you'll notice in this roundup of the coolest office gadgets we've compiled for you.   Book-to-Screen Highlighter  Suppose you ever need to search through many documents and files to uncover crucial information that has to be organized. In that case, this book-to-screen highlighter and scanner is a terrific tool that your employees will appreciate. Moving this highlighter over a document or book in front of you scans the text and sends it immediately to a computer application or...

A conundrum: you need sleep so you can work but you can’t sleep because you need to work. It’s a relatable scenario, to say the least! Whether you decide to put off that task or make yourself another cup of coffee and power through for a few more hours, it’s important to know just how much sleep (or the lack of) can affect your job. Little sleep means lesser productivity levels.  Adults should get 7-8 hours of sleep every night, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Any amount below that range can affect brain function. Being sleep deprived and exhausted diminishes mind clarity, this is why someone overworked can find it challenging to absorb information and make sound...

The pandemic has impacted our way of life and how we work. While new technologies support the unique work setting, we can still say that it isn't quite the same. While many of us embraced the work from home setup, there must still be at least one thing you miss in an office-based structure. Keep scrolling and tell us which of these you missed most.    1. Office banters and jokes For some of us, colleagues we work with at the office become our friends. Of course, with stronger bonds comes hilarious banter. We believe that even the most minor conversation can get us through the most stressful of days. The circle of colleagues we make in the office gives...

Hear it straight from Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman: the positive impact of standing while working to our health, alertness, and efficiency levels. In this podcast Andrew talks about setting up your workspace in order to improve your focus, productivity, and creativity.