The barriers were brought down and society proved its ability to work from home.Some have even maintained an impressive level of productivity, despite tending to their sourdough starters! Even more interesting, the model of homeworking has been for many, a success, despite it being forced on us by a global pandemic. Stress, isolation, or spouse… Read More »
We are the midst of very troubling times, for businesses across the country. There is not a person nor a business unaffected by the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic in some way. At Eskmills, we are home to many businesses of all sizes, across a great many industries, and we are trying to do as… Read More »
As you’ll be more than aware, we’re currently experiencing an unprecedented global pandemic, with the COVID-19 coronavirus. Understandably, this is a very concerning time for businesses big and small, and employers who are unsure how to best proceed. Government advice has urged everyone who can work from home to do so, but we appreciate that… Read More »
For most of us, the recent outbreak of COVID-19 (the coronavirus) is largely unprecedented. The way that we, as individuals and as businesses and employers, should be handling the situation is constantly shifting, and we all need to learn how to adapt and manage the guidelines to ensure that we are all staying as safe… Read More »
Creativity is key to any successful business, but maintaining it isn’t always the easiest. Juggling clients, a heavy workload, and other professional responsibilities often lead to a creatively stale environment–but there are ways you can refresh your workspace. Plants– Is stress creating a mental block? Adding some plants to your desk space not only lowers… Read More »
A happy office is essential for any successful company–no matter how big or small. And while free pints and pizza parties may seem like a fun way to boost office morale, employees are searching for a bit more. Here are a few ways you can improve your office environment: Keep the Communication Lines Open– Though… Read More »
If you’ve taken the step to step out on your own in 2020, launching your own business or going out into the world of freelancing, then you might have been thinking about how to make sure you can work effectively, and where you’ll be based. Setting up your workspace at your dining table, or working… Read More »
Here at Eskmills, we support teams of all sizes, both small and large. These groups of people work together day in and day out to create their product and order the best possible service they can to their clients. This can be a difficult task as work can become demanding and tiring. Difficulties may arise… Read More »
Sometimes, it’s important to a break from the office. Take your lunch hour elsewhere, stretch your legs and have a blether. Here at Eskmills, we are delighted to supply our office staff with that very opportunity. We have recently introduced our ‘Hub Huddle’ occurring once monthly in Hercules House. Here lies an opportunity for a… Read More »
1 in 7 people experience anxiety and stress in the workplace, and that figure is on the rise. With so many aspects of the daily grind responsible for causing stress and anxiety, it’s no wonder. Between deadlines, office politics, staff relations and of course, the eternal dilemma of the work/life balance, it’s not a surprise… Read More »