Archive for Dragon Tips
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Heating Your Office
Posted by Oct 1st 2009, 19:02
(picture provided by Yanko Design) Starting today, October 1st, New York law states that building heat must be supplied if the outside temperature falls below 55 degrees Fahrenheit between 6 AM and 10 PM. In honor of the start of heating season, we would like to provide you with some office heating tips! Before you sign the lease If your lease requires individual payment of heating and coo… Keep reading
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4 Easy Ways to be Paper Productive
Posted by Oct 8th 2009, 15:14
(HomeWorkshop.com) Managing paper is important in achieving an efficient office. Staying organized is the key to efficiency and cutting down on paper in the office can be the first step to making organization possible. Here are four tips that will help you clear out the paper clutter in your office. 1. Dealing with the paper you have According to the EPA, the average office worker in t… Keep reading
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Holiday Office Decoration Do’s and Many Don’ts
Posted by Oct 23rd 2009, 13:10
With Halloween creeping up, decorations are starting to emerge for the long holiday season. Decorations in the office can be a touchy topic for many people, whether it be for religious reasons or issues of professionalism. Don’t stress, we have some simple guidelines for creating a festive office without stepping on anyone’s toes. If you are going to decorate, know your audience The … Keep reading
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Office Space: Rent, Lease, or Buy?
Posted by Nov 10th 2009, 13:53
(CottageLife) Many businesses choose to lease commercial office space, but that is not the only option. In this blog entry we will clarify what the difference is between renting, leasing, and buying real estate, focusing on the pros and cons of commercial office space acquisition. Rent Renting a space means you are paying anywhere from hourly to monthly in a short-term agreement that is c… Keep reading
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Elevator Etiquette
Posted by Dec 3rd 2009, 13:46
(Broken Style Magazine) Office Etiquette spans past the office walls and really starts when you enter the building. That being said, elevator etiquette is not only important for daily use, but is a part of proper office behavior. We have created a list of the top 10 elevator annoyances and the etiquette they imply. Feel free to comment on our ranking and weigh in on any of the etiquette rules… Keep reading
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Holiday Office Etiquette
Posted by Dec 10th 2009, 14:11
(tinypic.com) The holidays are a time when offices feel compelled to have parties and plan Secret Santa events in hopes of lifting spirits and creating a bonded atmosphere. Anyone who has attended these holiday festivities knows that more anxiety is involved than good cheer. Here are some guidelines that will help you decrease the anxiety and arrive in January alive and still holding your job… Keep reading
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Building Staff Etiquette
Posted by Dec 15th 2009, 15:51
(Fontier Asset Protection) The building staff are the people who make sure you are secure, safe, and happy while you work. Building staff includes: doormen, lobby attendant, security, janitorial staff, superintendent, and building manager. Based on the size and prestige of your office building, you may have one of these people or all of them. The relationship you build with these people ca… Keep reading
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Bonus Etiquette
Posted by Dec 22nd 2009, 14:07
(AskMen UK) Around the holidays or at the end of the year is bonus time. Here are some tips to maneuver through the awkward situation. If you get a bonus, do not talk about it with anyone at work: whether you got one or how much it was. Talking about it can create unwanted conflict between co-workers.If you did not get a bonus, don’t talk about it either. If you feel like you deserve one, t… Keep reading
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Office Communications
Posted by Jan 21st, 18:44
(thewebmuse.com) Communication in an office is key to its success. Further, knowing the proper office etiquette on communication will help you gain favor with your co-workers and boss, and keep you from getting sacked for a personal behavioral issue. In this economy, it is important to give your boss every reason to keep you around. The Phone: Texting, Personal Calls, and Business Calls N… Keep reading
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Office Gadgets
Posted by Apr 1st, 17:38
Most people sit in an office all day while they work, staring at a computer screen and waiting for 5 o’clock to come calling. While we cant change your hours or get you a new job, we can show you a few office gadgets that can’t do anything but improve your quality of life in your office space. Whether you’re in New York or anywhere else, check these out from coolest-gadgets.com. … Keep reading
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