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Stress may be a normal part of working life, but too much can lead to employees burning out, disengaging and becoming less productive – as well as affecting wellness and job satisfaction. According to the American Institute of Stress, constant stress can also contribute to high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity and diabetes. So, what are the most important sources of stress that businesses need to deal with to help staff lead healthier, more productive lives? The Most Common Sources of Stress in the Workplace According to research by CareerCast.com, the top 4 sources of workplace stress were: Unpredictability –  A lack of workplace routine, lack of schedule or routine tasks and deliverables each month. Inconsistency in daily routines where the workflow is constantly changing makes for a stressful workday where you can never seem to get ahead or settle in. Workplace environment –  This refers to workplace relationships between an employee and co-workers, client...

If you’re not convinced, just think about this statistic from Mindspace research, that 21% of 18-24 years olds have rejected a potential employer because of the poor design and/or lack of amenities of the workplace. Or that 34% would be willing to commute for an impressive 60 minutes if it meant working in a ‘perfect’ environment. And it’s not just affecting your company’s ability to draw in new talent, since 31% of workers were found to be bored with their current work environment, with 28% describing it as outdated or dull. Bored, outdated, dull… these are not words you want associated with your brand! These Numbers Seem Acceptable, But They’re Growing  Millennials are now entering the workforce in large numbers and will constitute over 50% of the working population in just a few years’ time. This means that these numbers are only going to grow – so, if companies want to start attracting today’s top performers as well as tomorrow’s bright new talent, they need to take a ...

On March 14 th  of this year, the plans for the new headquarters for the Royal College of Physicians in the United Kingdom were unveiled – a building that aims to be one of the healthiest office buildings in the world. The 160,000 square foot building, which was designed by AHR Architects and will be officially known as The Spine, will be BREEAM Excellent rated and one of the first in the world to achieve the international WELL Building Standard of modern building design. Wellness is a Focus-Feature of The Spine  The Spine, which takes its name from the striking staircase on its northern elevation that takes design inspiration from human vertebrae, will have some impressive features setting it apart from other workplaces. Wellness has become a focus for many big businesses and, according to Professor Jane Dacre, President of the RCP, the building will embody the RCPs commitment to wellbeing by meeting WELL targets. Some interesting features of the building include t...

Sit stand desks , also known as  adjustable height desks  or flexible office desks, allow employees to choose a desk height that works with their personal preferences, helping to create a more comfortable and healthier workplace. Here are a few things to consider when shopping for your ideal sit stand desk. Height range:  Different models of adjustable height desks offer different ranges that they can extend to. The Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) recommends a range of 22.6 inches to 48.7 inches. If you have a wide range of height needs in your office, it’s best to choose an option with the widest range – especially if you are hot desking and multiple employees need to be able to use the same desk. Ease of adjustment:  Always look at the mechanism for adjusting the desk and choose one that is easy to use and quiet. A loud mechanism or one that requires more work to use can be disruptive in the workplace and employees ma...