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Yes, a trendy pin leg chair is pretty… but how does it make your back feel? Investing in the right chairs, desks etc will have a direct link on productivity. There is also some evidence that suggests that changing one's posture during the work day reduces the odds of injury. Having chairs that adjust in multiple ways will have your employees and your back thanking you! 

At Talo employees have standing desks - where they can choose to stand or sit. We originally thought it was just going to be a forgotten initiative, but everyone here has found the flexibility of adjusting to your personal style is wonderful. Have a think about 

Before you splurge on new furniture consider this: If your back faces an open door or window, your natural instincts will be on high alert. If you do have to sit with your back to a wall or door, try hanging a mirror so that you don’t have to turn around to see what is going on behind you. 

This is what Chris Bailey says about how colour affects the mind "The four psychological primaries are: red, blue, yellow, and green. And they affect the body (red), the mind (blue), the emotions, the ego, and self-confidence (yellow), and the essential balance between the mind, the body, and the emotions (green)."

So have a look online for what colours would best suit your team and your office. There are many free resources which outline the best colours for the mood you are trying to achieve. 

Worth a mention is asking your team how they feel about certain colours. You will have mixed reactions about wanting to paint a main work area orange… for example!

Who doesn’t love an office plant? Plants help to purify the air and have many psychological benefits. There are many studies that back this up! Here are a list of some easy going indoor plants you can try add: 

• English Ivy

• Aloe

• Bamboo

• Peace Lily

• Parlor Palm

• Snake plant

• Boston Fern

Life gets busy and so does the office. Every now and then, these little corners crop up that need some sorting. Getting rid of them will help rid your office of some stress and leave your team feeling a little less overwhelemed. This might mean setting aside some time for your team to dedicate to go through their work or clutter. 

Having a decent break room for you and your team to clear their minds in will help with their productivity and happiness. If it is by a window – even better! According to the Google book of culture, These spaces help to encourage collaboration and to inspire creativity. 

We hope that this helps to bring some happiness to your day at your office! If you enjoyed this, have a look at our LinkedIn and Facebook pages. We regularly share articles and tips for a happier work life! If you feel that your business needs accounting, bookkeeping or other financial help, get in touch with our firm so that we can assist in making your business into the dream that you always wanted it to be!

Happiness and smiles,