What work should you be doing at coffee shops, and possibly more importantly, what should you not be doing? This is an interesting question that more remote and home workers should ask themselves before they enter a coffee shop to begin work. Thinkin...
As someone who likes working both from home and from coffee shops, it can be difficult at times to balance the costs and benefits of each different type of working environment. Sometimes the allure of freshly brewed coffee is just too much to resist;...
We have all suffered from the horror of walking into a coffee shop ready excited for a day’s work and finding that every single seat has been taken. Every. Single. One. What a nightmare! Working in a coffee shop requires a range of skills that you ne...
Choosing the right spot with the right lighting can have a significant impact on your work—and, more importantly, your eyesight. Good lighting is often the hidden ingredient in workspaces that feel comfortable, focused, and relaxing. Good light matte...
Human Resources (HR) teams are often unfairly derided by the wider business community. They're frequently seen as the ‘baddies’ who say no to managers and executives alike — the ones who put a stop to everyone’s fun. But HR is a vital business functi...
As I am writing this, the sun is streaming in through the windows. The morning is light and warm, as the early morning chill is banished and the cool of the night is long forgotten. The cafe is empty, as most of the customers are outside enjoying the...
I am proud to use AI to assist me in the writing process. There, I said it. Many writers attack Artificial Intelligence, or AI, as 'cheating' or destructive. In some circles and ways, it is destructive, damaging, and degrading. However, I have found...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the buzzword of the decade. With so much hype surrounding it, it can feel like everything — everywhere — will be AI-driven by next year. But beyond the hype, few industries are as ripe for transformation by AI as publi...
Location switching can bring benefits in terms of motivation and put you into a new mindset. However, it can also have its drawbacks, such as wasted time and task switching. So, how do you manage the transition between locations? In this article, we...
Employment laws can be weird. Whether you’re in staffing, recruiting, or human resources, chances are that you’ve encountered quite a few odd employment laws. It’s amazing how many quirks and oddities of employment law and contracts still exist. For...