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Our Employee Spotlight articles continue with Claire who has worked for Quills for 10 years, evolving from a Senior Account Manager role in Office Supplies, to her current position as Facilities Co-ordinator. Claire said "It’s taken some adapting from Office Supplies to Facilities Management and with lots of thinking outside the box to be where I am now, but I wouldn’t change any of it!" Take a look below at Claire's Spotlight Q&A's. • What was your first job? Saturday job in a hardware store at 13! • Are you a saver or a spender? Usually a spender, but I''m getting married next year, so now I'm a saver! • What would you do if you won the lottery? Spend a year in Berlin, a year in Osaka, a year in Hanoi, buy a house in Goring-on-Thames and a house in Le Lavendou (France), keep travelling, rescue cats, help my family…. I think it had better be a double roll-over win! • Best business decision? Moving from office supplies to facilities management. • Money weakness? Food, my cats, art supplies and travel. • Best Investment? Learning how to wood carve, it makes me happy! • Worst Investment? My science degree. It's totally irrelevant to my life and i didn't complete it. • Philosophy? Keep exploring, keep learning, keep creating. Always tell it how it is, most people will appreciate you for it. Thanks to Claire for answering our spotlight questions. I think you'll definitely need a double role-over for your lottery wish list! #employee #team #spotlight #fm

How to avoid calling us after the office Christmas party: Some practical tips for workplace functions   Thanks to Michael Byrnes, Partner at Swaab, for this timely reminder on the perils of the office Christmas party. It contains some practical advice on planning and managing your festive functions. We hope that all organisations have fun, safe and respectful Christmas parties - with no investigation required! (Article sourced from @HRM Online). https://lnkd.in/gwxSkEae #workplaceinvestigations #workplaceculture #humanresourcesmanagement

The Office Christmas Party is a dangerous place. I've seen some things.... Lyric: We'll be rocking 'til the sun goes down The office Christmas party, an annual tradition celebrated with many mixed emotions and a lot of mixed drinks. It's a time when colleagues come together to celebrate the festive season, let loose, and potentially bond outside of work. I've seen some CRAZY things happen at office Christmas parties so with most things in life, there are pros and cons to consider when attending or organizing such an event. The Pros Team Building: Christmas parties offer an opportunity for colleagues to interact in a more relaxed setting, fostering teamwork and stronger relationships. It can break down hierarchical barriers and encourage open communication. Morale Boost: Celebrating the holidays as a team can uplift spirits and increase employee morale. It's a chance to show appreciation for the hard work throughout the year. Fun and Relaxation: These events can be a blast! They provide a chance to let loose, have fun, and unwind, often with activities like games, music, and dancing. The Cons: Overindulgence: The open bar and festive atmosphere can lead to overindulgence in food and especially alcohol. This can result in inappropriate behavior. At one Xmas party I went to aI witnessed an employee call a partner a "tight c word". True story. This made the return to the office after the holiday break particularly awkward. Personal Boundaries: Work parties can blur personal and professional boundaries. Engaging in office gossip or discussing confidential matters can be damaging. Cost: Organising a Christmas party can be expensive. The company may be spending money that could be better invested elsewhere, which might not sit well with some employees. The Christmas party offers a blend of opportunities and potential pitfalls. When planned with care and consideration, it can be a rewarding experience that strengthens team bonds and boosts morale. However, it's crucial to remain mindful of the potential downsides, like overindulgence or blurred boundaries, and strive for inclusivity to ensure that all employees feel comfortable and welcome. Rock until the sun goes down responsibly. Today's song (crank it up loud): https://lnkd.in/gE27tB_q

Here is a summary of what office etiquette a Muslim professional should look like. 1. Keeping the office desk clean: Keeping papers, notebooks, etc. Regular cleaning of monitors, keyboards, etc. 2. Maintaining office hours: Not doing personal work during office hours. Don't distract others by having meetings on loudspeakers. Use headphones if necessary. 3. Maintain personal hygiene: Regularly cut nails and keep them clean. If the dirt under the fingernails is seen by colleagues, it can create a personality crisis. Wear clean clothes. Bathe regularly. So that the smell of body sweat does not bother the people around. If possible, go to the office and change into sweaty clothes. 4. Must be free from bad breath: Brush your teeth regularly. To miswalk. So that no colleagues suffer from the smell of my mouth. If you talk to teammates with bad breath, they may not understand the messages well. Trying to avoid the bad smell. Angels suffer because of bad breath. 5. Keeping shoes and socks free from odor: Avoiding situations where shoes and socks smell. Clean shoes and socks regularly if necessary. A search online reveals many tips on how to avoid sock odor. They can be followed. Everyone in the office suffers because of this unpleasant smell 6. Keeping the washroom clean (please please please...): We all hate wet commode rings. But when you come out of the washroom, do you clean the commode ring? I don't understand why people have to keep the whole commode ring wet with water. After entering such a washroom one does not like to stay there. How does he taste like this? If the HR department of the offices took 1-2 sessions per month only on cleaning the washroom!!! :'( (these are my personal feelings) 7. Not looking for the salary of colleagues. Not spying. There is not much benefit in knowing the salary of others. It is important that I get what I deserve. If you know the salary of the colleague, the devil will whisper in your mind. Which will destroy the bonding between the team. It will also appear as a hindrance to your own growth. 8. Dua for colleagues and company. 9. Praying on time. 10. Spending money on family for a reward. 11. Instead of calling the juniors to the desk, go to the junior's desk if possible. It increases heart rate. 12. Do not reply to the boss or colleagues in anger. Take some time to think about the message/mail. 13. Informing the office in proper way in advance in case of a job switch. I suddenly stopped going to the office to prevent this from happening. May Allah grant us Tawfiq to follow them. Amen. Credits: RM Shiblee Mehdi (Bhai)

This office Christmas party is a chance for employees to let their hair down while you reflect on what you’ve collectively achieved over the course of the year. However, if you're somewhat of a Grinch, the thought of music, dancing and small talk with your co-workers may strike terror into your heart. With this in mind, I've shared my survival guide to the office Christmas party with PM Today. Provided you take note of the “do’s and don’ts”, it can be a lot of fun, so click the link below to read my tips and tricks. 👇 https://lnkd.in/et6dj9eU #hr #humanresources #humanresourcesconsulting #business #team #people #humanresourcesmanagement #christmas

🎅👻 A Ghostly Christmas in Procurement - Spreading Festive Joy and Efficiency 🌟 Can You embrace 𝗝𝗼𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝗵𝗼𝘀𝘁 ? It  is friday - so time for Procurement ghost saga But it is a special friday - so the ghost is also special Meet - 𝗝𝗼𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝗵𝗼𝘀𝘁, a spirit of Christmas cheer and professional prowess. This glowing ghost brings a special kind of magic to the office. With its magical touch, the ghost transforms procurement challenges into holiday triumphs, upgrading office equipment to the latest technology and streamlining processes with a wave of its ethereal hand. How 𝗝𝗼𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸 spreads Christmas Joy 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝘀 Granting procurement-related Christmas wishes to enhance workplace efficiency. 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗨𝗽𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀 Magically updating office equipment for a more joyful and effective environment. 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 Using its spectral powers to simplify and accelerate procurement tasks. 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗿 Bringing a sense of fun and excitement to the office with its festive presence. 𝗘𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Fostering a sense of teamwork and holiday spirit among colleagues. 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 ? There is no buster this time 👻🔫 If any one dares ⚔️ - will have us Procurement to stop him/her. This holiday season, let the heartwarming presence of the 𝗝𝗼𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸 inspire you. Its blend of holiday joy and professional excellence reminds us that even in the world of procurement, there's always room for a little Christmas magic. Have you been visited by the 𝗝𝗼𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸 this season? #christmas #procurement #ProcurementMagic

Office managers - do you want to find this on your desk next time you head into work? Here are 3 things you can do. 1. Keep the snacks refilled, at all times. 2. Positivity, positivity, positivity. 3. Keep it clean (or hire someone else to). #OfficeManager #LondonOffice #LondonBusiness

There is nothing quite like the Office Christmas Party. Not only is it a chance to see people dressed in something other than work wear, but it’s also a brilliant opportunity to get to know your colleagues beyond how they operate at work. Office parties live or die by how well they’re organised and it can be tricky to decide what would be the best fit for your workforce. With that in mind, we have created the ultimate list of office Christmas Party ideas to make this already hectic time of year that little bit easier. 1️⃣ Secret Santa Extravaganza: Get everyone in the festive spirit by organising a Secret Santa gift exchange! Set a budget, draw names, and let the excitement build up as your colleagues exchange personalised presents. 2️⃣ Winter Wonderland Casino Night: Transform your office into a glamorous casino and let the games begin! Set up blackjack, poker, and roulette tables, and encourage your staff to dress up in their fanciest attire for a night of high stakes and good laughs. Don't worry, no real money involved – just fun and friendly competition! 3️⃣ Ugly Sweater Karaoke Battle: Combine the hilarity of ugly Christmas jumpers with the joy of belting out your favorite tunes! Host a karaoke night where employees can showcase their singing skills and creativity with their wackiest holiday sweaters. Encourage friendly competition and award prizes for the best (or worst!) performances. Get ready for an evening filled with laughter and unforgettable memories! 4️⃣ Festive Office Olympics: Who said you can't have an Olympics in the office? Divide your team into groups and create a series of fun and festive challenges. From snowball tossing to gingerbread house building, the possibilities are endless! Embrace the competitive spirit and watch as your colleagues bond, laugh, and celebrate the holiday season together. Remember, the key to a successful office Christmas party is to create a joyful atmosphere where everyone can relax, have fun, and strengthen their relationships outside of work. Happy holidays, and let the festivities begin!

Can you help? Tag more than 3 people with the job roles below (in Sydney) and I’ll send you a Little Flowers bunch to say thanks. We’re looking for EAs, PAs, Office Managers, HR managers, and people on People and Culture teams. Why? So we can help with their 2024 corporate flowering needs. Here are some things we’re great at: - Flowers for work birthdays and anniversaries. Send us a calendar / list and we can bill you monthly. - Organising “lots of little” bunches (qty 10 – 200) for team events, end of project thank-yous, or launches - Bespoke bunches (qty 20+) – you can choose a colour scheme, supply branded wrapping paper and personalize flowers with your own photo or video message - Little vases – small vases that are great for scattering around lunch tables or cocktail tables, transforming them from ordinary into awesome You can check out our corporate page here for more info: https://lnkd.in/gpbWuEEX Or drop an email to our customer service team to find out more: [email protected] #CorporateGifting #Networking #SydneyBusiness #BrandBuilding #PersonalisedGifts #SydneyFlorist #EmployeeEngagement

The coffee station is often one of the most important features of the office, and having the right coffee mindset is very important to ensure a harmonious office. This blog explores the office coffee etiquette rules for enjoying your workplace coffee with your colleagues. ☕👔