Social Media Detox
Social Media Detox Today, most of us have an online addiction. Don’t think so? Given an idle moment, do you reach for your phone or check your inbox whilst watching tv? If you check your social media timeline whilst stuck in traffic or post an update whilst your dinner companion has gone to the toilet, […]
Make memories that will last forever on Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s day, a day of honouring partnership, romance & acknowledgement of one’s significant other. The day celebrated every year on February the 14th is one that’s practically impossible not to encounter heart shaped balloons, cuddly teddy bears or chocolate selection boxes. While these are proven classics, (and classics for good reason) here’s three great ways […]
UK Halloween vs USA Halloween
Halloween has become a more popular thing in Britain over the past few years. More people are hosting Halloween parties and carving up pumpkins. But the efforts in the U.K to get in the Halloween spirit, still do not compare to the Halloween celebration found in America. Pumpkins Since England does not really have the […]
Top 5 Office Tips for Work in the Winter Months
Following a hot Indian summer, Britain is predicted a snow filled and freezing November because of reduced solar activity (Express 2018). This could very well mean sub-zero temperatures lasting for four months until February. The change in season also brings changes in the way we work, from the working environment itself to the way we […]
Top 5 office design trends for 2019
The face of the modern-day workplace has undergone massive change over the last decade. No longer is the office a dwelling place for employees serving a 9-5 next to corded landlines, fax machines and bulky desktop computers with dial up internet connections. The office space has undergone drastic evolution with the emergence of newer technologies, […]
Is working from home as good as it sounds?
Working from home allows you to work in a comfortable and relaxed environment, without the constant noise of ringing telephones and colleague chatter. It sounds great, doesn’t it? But the novelty might begin to wear off when you suddenly realise you have nobody to talk to but yourself, you have nowhere exciting to go to […]
International Left-Handed Awareness Day
Do you feel the odd one out being left-handed? No need to worry, you are among the likes of Robert Di Niro, Angelina Jolie, Sarah Jessica Parker and Prince William who will also be cele-brating their lefty gift! Left-handed people have struggled for most of their life searching for the perfect non-smudge pen or needing […]
10 mini ways to get the best out of your break
Having a break is good for both physical and mental health. By stepping away from your desk and phone while stretching your legs and releasing any stress, you are doing more than just taking a break. Here are 10 mini ways that can make your break even more enjoyable. Positivity As you switch off from […]
How to get into World Cup spirit while stuck in the office
The World Cup is fast approaching! As the excitement expands across media and TV, the world prepares to watch and support their country during the World Cup period. As it is such a global event, it is important to allow employees to enjoy the world-wide event that is anticipated by not only football fanatics but […]
Have You got the ‘R’ Factor?
It’s time to celebrate Green Office Week 2018 and this week Avery is on a mission to help UK offices make changes that will help the environment. Avery have increased the three R’s, Reduce, Re-use and Recycle to the fantastic 5 R’s by including Refuse and Repurpose. Green Office Week is the perfect time to […]