Tag: workplace

Discarded office furniture becomes bespoke art for the future workplace

Upcycle reimagines the future world of work through circular design, which sees local artists transform discarded office furniture into bespoke art pieces. The exhibition is a collaboration between Sanlam, leading global property advisory company JLL, and its subsidiary interior design firm Tétris Design and Build – a world-class design, build and furniture business. It’s on […]

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Breaking mental health stigma in the workplace in 2024

According to The Mental State of the World in 2022 report, an alarming 35.8% of South Africa’s population is grappling with mental health issues, the highest percentage of any country surveyed. As we enter a new year, it’s imperative to recognise that mental health is an integral part of overall well-being and plays a vital […]

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Why you are unhappy at your workplace

How often do you find yourself unhappy at work? At one point, you were undoubtedly really excited, but that excitement has likely worn off by now. While resigning is one way to overcome feeling unhappy in the workplace, that decision is not often easy to make as factors come into play when considering your resignation. […]

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Things to never tolerate at work

As an employee, there are various things you should not tolerate in your workplace. When it comes to your career, you want to be sure that it corresponds with your values and ethics. While being able to pay your expenses is crucial, you should not have to put up with an unhealthy environment. Here are […]

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Tips on how to thrive at your new job

Knowing that career transitions are inevitable, it makes more sense to prepare for them than to just dive in and hope for the best. So, in order to thrive in a new position and effectively navigate the “honeymoon period,” we should make a purposeful, mindful adjustment to this transition by following these tips provided. Conduct […]

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Tips to improve your home office setup

A remote office needs to be functional before it can be beautiful. Fundiswa Nkwanyana tells you how to design it within small spaces, using minimal decorations. Clever use of space: You don’t have to close off an entire room to create an office. All you need is a quiet corner in one of your favourite […]

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Can your phone get you fired?

Many people cannot live without their cellphones, and spend so much time looking at them that screen time has become a health concern. Phones have also changed the way we work, and even what can get us fired. Gugulethu Mhlungu finds out how. Pictures XX In early 2019 an image of an employee using their […]

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