by Staples Knowledge Centre | Nov 30, 2016 | Features
A paper-style diary was the organisational tool of choice for years in the workplace, but technological advancements mean more people now turn to their laptop or computer for note taking. Storing your schedule digitally may be a more efficient method, but does that...
by Staples Knowledge Centre | Nov 30, 2016 | Features
Understanding who you are and how you want to be perceived could be the trick to becoming a great manager. Life coach and founder of Careercake.com, Aimee Bateman, explains why getting to grips with your strengths and weaknesses can make you a better leader. Our...
by Staples Knowledge Centre | Nov 30, 2016 | Features
Whatever the industry or profession, if you manage an office, there are some daily occurrences you’re bound to know about. Whether the milk’s been left out of the fridge so it curdles or there’s a regular fork shortage at lunch time, every office manager has heard the...
by Staples Knowledge Centre | Nov 30, 2016 | Features
Last year in the EU we consumed 2.5 million tons of coffee. That’s an eye-opening 4kg of coffee for every person in the European Union. In fact, the European Coffee Foundation estimates that we drink 725 million cups of coffee every single day. So it’s reassuring to...
by Staples Knowledge Centre | Nov 30, 2016 | Features
The end of the summer holidays can be a sad time – no more lazy summer days in the garden, no more long lie-ins and days spent idling in front of the TV. However, as we approach September, it also means parents have to be fully prepared for their child starting school...