DarkMatter, Author at The Pods Off Grayston https://www.mypod.co.za/author/darkmatter/ Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:47:02 +0000 en-ZA hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://www.mypod.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/cropped-Logo-32x32.jpg DarkMatter, Author at The Pods Off Grayston https://www.mypod.co.za/author/darkmatter/ 32 32 4 Striking Facts about Women in the Workplace https://www.mypod.co.za/4-striking-facts-about-women-in-the-workplace/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=4-striking-facts-about-women-in-the-workplace Fri, 21 May 2021 11:07:34 +0000 http://www.mypod.co.za/?p=642 For decades, women have fought for equal representation with men in the workplace and while some progress has been made there is still a long way to go.

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]]> 5 Ways To Improve Your Office Working Environment https://www.mypod.co.za/5-ways-to-improve-your-office-working-environment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=5-ways-to-improve-your-office-working-environment Tue, 11 May 2021 11:57:14 +0000 http://www.mypod.co.za/?p=636 Have you ever thought about how much of your week is spent in the office? Apart from weekends, most of your waking hours during the week are spent working.

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]]> The Different Types of Co-workers and Tricks to Handle Them. https://www.mypod.co.za/the-different-types-of-co-workers-and-tricks-to-handle-them/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-different-types-of-co-workers-and-tricks-to-handle-them Wed, 14 Apr 2021 18:02:12 +0000 http://www.mypod.co.za/?p=607 The ideal work environment is friendly and productive, but a single bad co-worker can make work impossible. Dealing with them requires emotion-free communication.

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]]> Why Working From the Office is Still Relevant https://www.mypod.co.za/why-working-from-the-office-is-still-relevant/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-working-from-the-office-is-still-relevant Wed, 31 Mar 2021 14:56:41 +0000 http://www.mypod.co.za/?p=598 Covid-19 has reshaped work, with many preferring remote setups, raising questions about the office's value. In March 2020, companies quickly adapted to online workflows amid global lockdowns.

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]]> How your office design can increase productivity https://www.mypod.co.za/how-your-office-design-can-increase-productivity/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-your-office-design-can-increase-productivity Sun, 14 Mar 2021 10:15:43 +0000 http://www.mypod.co.za/?p=590 With flexible work now the norm, business owners must rethink office structures. Even with five employees, the environment should boost comfort and productivity.

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]]> 5-minute coffee break activities to get your mind refreshed https://www.mypod.co.za/5-minute-coffee-break-activities-to-get-your-mind-refreshed/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=5-minute-coffee-break-activities-to-get-your-mind-refreshed Thu, 25 Feb 2021 20:06:56 +0000 http://www.mypod.co.za/?p=584 Working online all day can be exhausting for your mind, body, and eyes. That's why it's important to ensure you have a comfortable, balanced workday every time.

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]]> How to motivate your employees https://www.mypod.co.za/how-to-motivate-your-employees/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-motivate-your-employees Thu, 11 Feb 2021 13:11:25 +0000 http://www.mypod.co.za/?p=577 Employees are a company's backbone. When skilled and motivated, they become unstoppable. Without them, a business can't function, so daily inspiration is essential.

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]]> Why a flexible work schedule is a good idea https://www.mypod.co.za/why-a-flexible-work-schedule-is-a-good-idea/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-a-flexible-work-schedule-is-a-good-idea Thu, 04 Feb 2021 13:39:25 +0000 http://www.mypod.co.za/?p=573 The industrial revolution created the 9-5 schedule, but with online work, we realize it's not ideal for everyone. Flexible hours can boost employee productivity greatly.

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]]> Staying healthy while at the office https://www.mypod.co.za/staying-healthy-while-at-the-office-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=staying-healthy-while-at-the-office-2 Mon, 25 Jan 2021 15:10:15 +0000 http://www.mypod.co.za/?p=567 The workplace is evolving with more flexibility. Make your workstyle wellness-friendly with small changes to combat computer-related exhaustion and strain.

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]]> Why small and medium businesses are key to economic recovery in SA https://www.mypod.co.za/why-small-and-medium-businesses-are-key-to-economic-recovery-in-sa/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-small-and-medium-businesses-are-key-to-economic-recovery-in-sa Sat, 26 Dec 2020 20:04:46 +0000 http://www.mypod.co.za/?p=558 COVID-19 has hit the South African economy hard, affecting SMEs crucial to recovery. Support these businesses for economic survival and recovery.

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