3 simple ways to boost productivity
There are always a great many reasons for being unproductive. Every season brings a new problem or distraction. In the winter, energy dwindles and in the summer, all people can think about is being outdoors. While there is no solution for those distractions, there are a number of things you can do to help keep your employees focused and increase productivity.
Keep a clean office
Clutter often leads to distraction. Keeping your office tidy and encouraging your employees to do the same can help people to be more focused. Eliminating those unnecessary distractions by cleaning up every once in a while can make a substantial difference in employee productivity.
Increase the temperature
We all know what it’s like when we’re cold and find it hard to even move, let alone work. Studies have demonstrated that not only do typing errors diminish with a higher temperature; typing output increases by a whopping 150%. Next time your employees seem to be moving slowly, try upping the temperature a couple of degrees.
Lighten up
One study demonstrated that brighter offices can make a vast difference in employee productivity. Employees who worked in windowed offices spent 15% more time staying on task than those working in windowless offices.
Because this easy fix can make such a big difference it's wise to open blinds and move as many employees as possible into windowed spaces. Not only does this increase productivity, it can also save you money by lighting up the office without using electricity.
These office adjustments are extremely easy to make and can really make a substantial difference in daily output from your employees.
For even more simple productivity tips check out this article.