In a recent blog, one of my colleagues wrote about the flow state at work, a state in which you are so focused that your tasks seem almost effortless. If you are trying to achieve this deep state of mind in your workplace, having a quiet retreat is helpful. If you have a private office, that’s...

We all love to be in the flow state. You know, when you are trying to accomplish something - whether it’s housework or work work or a hobby or writing or whatever – and you are so in the groove that the work seems almost effortless. Tasks that may have seemed formidable at one time suddenly become...

It’s time for a few more friendly reminders from Miss Open Office Manners. In this installment, I discuss noise and birthday parties in the open office, and the ultimate open office no-no. Read on to find out what that is.

What exactly is meant by today’s concept of a flexible workplace? Most people might point to technology advancements and the need to monitor trends and adapt to the latest and greatest technologies. But is providing a flexible office really about technology? I don’t necessarily think so. Or at...

When you work from a home office, you don’t have the same built-in online security protection that is provided in a traditional office environment. Making sure your online activity is secure is up to you. Maybe you think your home connection is perfectly safe. But how truly secure is your Internet...