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Five Ways to Create a Productive Work Environment

Sep 25, 2021 10:56 AM EDT | By David Thompson

Five Ways to Create a Productive Work Environment

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One thing that companies and employees alike have realized in the last 18 months of the pandemic is that working at home can be just as or more productive than working from the office. This is because you are comfortable, you have everything you need, and more time to focus on what you're doing. Many businesses are content with their employees working from home as long as the job gets done. Still some companies want to see their employees and give them direction in person. As people around the country go back to the office, it's undeniable that things have changed. To make yourself as productive as possible, there are a few things you should do to make a comfortable office environment.

Buy a New Desk

Depending on what you do for a living, how much counter space you need, and what kind of files and drawers are necessary, you should think about buying a new business desk. Desks come in all shapes and sizes. There are desks with space for your computer, tablets, phone chargers, and more. Whatever you are looking for, if you have been wanting a new desk with more space or something to give you more office room. Your desk is important. Take advantage of your new clarity. It is one of the most significant aspects of your office, pay attention to your desk.

Buy a New Office Chair

Even more important than your desk is your office chair. You spend so much of your life sitting in that desk chair. There's no reason it shouldn't be both comfortable and supportive. There are also cylinders to make your chair more responsive to the way you're sitting. You might be hesitant to spend a lot of money on a desk chair, but if you settle for something that doesn't provide the necessary support you will regret it later when you're in pain and getting surgery on your back. When you buy a new office chair that is supportive and comfortable, you will be investing in yourself and your future.

Make it Green

People respond to living things. We spend so much of our lives inside, away from plants and animals. Another nice thing you can do for yourself is to keep plants in your office. There have been studies about plants and their effect on the human mind. Humans are happier and more productive when we have living things around us. It doesn't need to be a plant you have to water all the time, but if you put a little effort in and bring in some plants, you will likely be more content and productive while you're working. The color green and smell of the plant will enhance your office.

Curate Your Environment

You should do your best to make the office your own personal environment. Decorate it how you see fit. Put up pictures of your friends and family that will motivate you. Depending on how you operate, bringing in a coffee maker or a mini fridge will eliminate distractions and help you stay focused on the task at hand. Whatever it is you want and need in your office, curating your environment is absolutely necessary. You'll be surprised at how much more comfortable you will be. When your space is your own, you will get more done. After all, working from home is where you feel the most comfortable-make your office just as conducive to you and what you need.

Find Accessories to Make Your Life Easier

These days there are plenty of gadgets and accessories to make your time in the office easier. Making sure you have the tools you need to get the job done is completely necessary. Keyboard covers, phone and computer chargers, styluses, notepads, and more can make your life easier when you're working. Think about what your job is and what tools will help you do better. If you make your office feel like home while buying and bringing in the accessories that will optimize your workflow and productivity.

Wherever you work and whatever you do, creating the optimal environment to make yourself comfortable and productive will change your life. Putting in the work to make your office what you need to be will help you get the job done.

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