Insperity

JULY 7, 2022

They’ve become accustomed to it and they don’t want to give up their newfound freedom for a commute and long hours in a cubicle again. For many employees, the new normal works well for them. Despite this, a sizeable portion of employers report wanting to return to the office full time , for various reasons.

Insurance 298

Insurance Flexibility Flexibility Training 298

All Work

MARCH 17, 2022

Why do we assume all accountants are drawn to towering cubicles? Breaking through stereotypes and asking these questions in a safe space can reveal insightful data and we can then use for creative problem solving and planning.

Prioritization 242

Prioritization Cubicle Problem-Solving Planning 242

Insperity

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Many leadership traits —for example, ambition, initiative, attention to detail, business acumen , creative problem solving and critical thinking skills —will always be desirable in business leaders regardless of internal or external conditions of the moment. Trusting and empowering others.

Leadership 297

Leadership Multitasking Real Estate Communication 297

Insperity

APRIL 3, 2018

Sitting in a cubicle (9%). When it comes right down to it, socializing is only a problem when goals and deadlines are missed, either for individuals or for the team. Focus on problem behavior, individually and quickly. For instance, a quick Facebook break shouldn’t be a problem for an otherwise productive employee.

Problem-Solving 203

Problem-Solving Teamwork Office Layout Coaching 203

Insperity

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Recognize that socializing is only a problem when goals and deadlines are missed, either for individuals or for the team. Focus on problem behavior, individually and quickly. It could be that your team really needs to collaborate and “group solve.” In offices with cubicles, a red flag can be used to indicate “do not disturb.”.

Problem-Solving 167

Problem-Solving Cubicle Coaching Teamwork 167

All Work

APRIL 23, 2021

Now that we have untethered from our in-office cubicles, desks and paperwork there will be no turning back to the old ways of working. Future of Work Sessions utilize several tailored exercises based on a modified design thinking methodology – a human-centered approach to problem solving.

Real Estate 242

Real Estate Technology Cubicle Leadership 242

Success

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

There can be large, crowded rooms full of cubicles and equipment, disturbing fluorescent lighting and bombardment with a wide variety of noises—coupled with less access to sensory-friendly resources and environments. It definitely doesn’t make them want to take their time perusing the racks for their next purchase.

Cubicle 118

Cubicle Problem-Solving Equipment Prioritization 118

Success

JULY 3, 2022

4, and the only reason you filled up another cup was because you were so bored at your desk that your cubicle walls were basically closing in, threatening to suffocate you. Ultimately, you need to be excited about and able to solve a problem , create a plan and work toward executing it. Be willing to solve problems.

Problem-Solving 115

Problem-Solving Cubicle Interviewing Learning 115

Vantage Circle

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Imagine a workspace that transcends the confines of cubicles. They set the tone by actively endorsing a culture that encourages creativity and problem-solving at all levels. When employees are encouraged to broaden their skills, they bring a holistic approach to problem-solving.

Creativity 111

Creativity Problem-Solving Teamwork Flexibility 111

Office Space

MAY 1, 2024

These spaces provide a platform for employees to connect, brainstorm, and tackle complex problems together. They break down the barriers of traditional cubicles, promoting cross-departmental communication and sparking innovation. Building diverse teams with varied perspectives leads to stronger problem-solving and innovation.

Teamwork 130

Teamwork Software Problem-Solving Flexibility 130

Vantage Circle

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

Also, this will likely find out some creative ways to solve problems that are unchecked as it will get your people to express. At the same time, some others might prefer some personal areas or their own cubicle space to express themselves. Now, there will be multiple reasons your employees may not wish to open up.

Creativity 102

Creativity Problem-Solving Cubicle Teamwork 102

SnackNation

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

There was just one problem – no one told Denise that the meeting had been moved up to Tuesday. It’s a problem to be solved at every level – from the peer-to-peer level, to the manager-direct report level, all the way up to to the department and all-company level. It’s a more common problem than you might think.

Communication 72

Communication Problem-Solving Customer Service Cubicle 72

Ask a Manager

AUGUST 24, 2022

My boss came over to the cubicle farm and was talking to a couple coworkers when it came time for me to leave for an errand. We have glass panes on our cubicles that we use dry erase markers to write on when we go somewhere so people know where we are. Here is the situation. So I stood up, wrote on the glass, and left.

Cubicle 55

Cubicle Problem-Solving Communication 55

SnackNation

MARCH 26, 2018

Remove cubicle walls and room dividers. Have employees make tent signs listing problems they’re trying to solve at work. Office Layout Idea #12: The Problem-Solving Office. Scatter homemade problem-and-solution posters throughout the office to remind people of the power of persistence. Create idea banks.

Office Layout 72

Office Layout Problem-Solving Banking Purchasing 72

Success

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

A value proposition clearly tells someone who visits your website or gets stuck in an elevator with you: How you will solve their problem. If you fail to get this right, as I did with my online men’s store, then your customers won’t care about your offerings, and you’ll have to go back to your old cubicle job. No problem.

Sales 114

Sales Delegation Problem-Solving Bookkeeping 114

Ask a Manager

APRIL 11, 2019

I’m sorry to tell you this, but I think this is a you problem rather than a Sansa problem! The way to solve this isn’t to talk to Sansa, but for you to realize that this isn’t really your business. I have no problem opening my own doors, so I don’t know why I didn’t just open the door myself!?!

Interviewing 42

Interviewing Cubicle Problem-Solving Correspondence 42

Ask a Manager

MARCH 20, 2018

A reader writes: I have been having a mild problem with a coworker since I started at this new company a little over a year ago. He’ll come up and make a loud noise or pop up suddenly around the entrance of our cubicles (he does this on purpose). I’ve also had this problem outside of work. I have anxiety and am incredibly jumpy.

Cubicle 45

Cubicle Problem-Solving 45

Ask a Manager

JULY 13, 2022

She has difficulty problem solving and will immediately ask me for help before trying to solve something herself. I don’t want her to be afraid to ask me questions but I also don’t want to solve every problem she has for her. Along with solving her problems, I also don’t want to be editing or redoing her work.

Learning 52

Learning Problem-Solving Supervising Data Entry 52

Office Space

APRIL 19, 2023

You need to bring your large datasets together to truly solve business problems.” Where employees work all day, every day, in the same cubicle. .: ‘walking the floor’ CRE data “My advice to companies is that you can’t rely on just one source of data,” says Kathleen Williams , Senior Product Manager at OfficeSpace.

Real Estate 130

Real Estate Software Flexibility Flexibility 130

ONEs Blog

JUNE 27, 2024

Whether the goal was to create a productive workspace, minimize wasted space, enhance efficiency, or boost productivity, the transition between open floor plans and cubicles has been ongoing. Over the years, office layouts have evolved in response to shifting work styles, management philosophies, and technological advancements.

Office Layout 52

Office Layout Equipment Cubicle Flexibility 52

SnackNation

JUNE 29, 2018

Startup employees work hard toward a common goal and solve customer problems, and then they celebrate their victories with coworkers. Things as simple as bright wall murals and colored cubicle walls bring energy to a space. But a lot of work happens before anyone cracks a beer.). Startup Office Design Tips. Get colorful.

Creativity 60

Creativity Cubicle Problem-Solving Purchasing 60

Ask a Manager

JUNE 10, 2015

I also sit directly across from her (we have a cubicle setup), so she would be able to simply ask me a question or walk over to me if she has a need. It’s not really a “problem” that needs to be solved — it’s just annoying behavior that isn’t really interfering with anything.

Cubicle 45

Cubicle Problem-Solving 45

Work Life

OCTOBER 16, 2024

People who have trouble finishing a project don’t have problems seeing the big picture,” says Ferrari. But knowing the issue can be the first step toward solving it. If you’re working on saving enough for a dream vacation–and resisting buying lunch out every day–tape a beach photo to your cubicle wall.

Creativity 76

Creativity Cubicle Problem-Solving Planning 76

Ask a Manager

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Instead, go back to your manager and say the problems haven’t been resolved and in fact are growing more serious. But at that point the problem would be far more with your manager than with your coworker, and there’s not a lot you can do if she’s just a terrible manager. I’m not sure that’s yours to solve though.

Cubicle 52

Cubicle Problem-Solving Supervising Learning 52

Ask a Manager

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Aside from documenting the problem, do you have any suggestions for how to handle this? A few months down the road, the lights would be all turned on in the morning until one of my cubicle neighbors walked in and turned half of them off. This employee has tried several times to use sick leave for time off that does fit that criteria.

Cubicle 49

Cubicle Office Policies Problem-Solving Consulting 49

Vantage Circle

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Do remain attuned to your employees’ problems. Does any of your employees suffer from any health problems? Address Problem Areas. Your employees will have their own set of problems. It might either be because of a collective dispute or an individual problem. Offer health insurance and paid leaves.

Problem-Solving 68

Problem-Solving Promotion Cubicle Work Ethic 68

SnackNation

DECEMBER 19, 2016

See the problem here? While the benefits of knocking down those cubicle walls are real, it’s true that open offices can be messy, noisy affairs. The problem is that the pleasure we get from dopamine is fleeting, which leads us to trigger those dopamine releases more frequently. But didn’t Slack solve email? Not exactly.

Multitasking 77

Multitasking Office Layout Prioritization Mailing 77

Ask a Manager

JULY 6, 2020

The problem for me is, two of these kids are usually set up in the empty cubicle next to mine. but it also isn’t likely to solve the problem unless you post prodigiously there, which likely doesn’t make sense. They usually play games together on a computer or tablet and often get loud and animated, as kids do.

Problem-Solving 51

Problem-Solving Cubicle Advertising Interviewing 51

Ask a Manager

JUNE 3, 2015

She’d solve herself (and probably the rest of you, not to mention the temp hires) a lot of time if she’d instead make sure she’s hiring the right person to begin with. I sit at my computer and do research and compile reports all day long in a cubicle very close to the front of our office’s door.

Cubicle 38

Cubicle Problem-Solving Salary Mailing 38

Ask a Manager

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

So, for the first hour and a half of the day, she stands between our cubicles and rants about various work and personal dramas. But if your boss is easily offended / won’t respond well to that, it just cause new problems for you. I started a new job recently on a small team (me, my boss, and a coworker). Don’t mind me!”

Government 51

Government Problem-Solving Interviewing Mentoring 51

Vantage Circle

APRIL 17, 2023

Cross-Departmental Recognition The Idea The problem with recognition is that it gets limited to people we are familiar with. While starting with practicing peer-to-peer recognition within your team is a good move, the problem arises when Team A doesn't acknowledge the help that they get from Team B.

Teamwork 96

Teamwork Construction Problem-Solving Cubicle 96

Vantage Circle

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Do remain attuned to your employees’ problems. Address Problem Areas. Your employees will have their own set of problems. An employee troubled by workplace problems will tend to be less productive. An employee troubled by workplace problems will tend to be less productive. Give out promotions in due time.

Problem-Solving 52

Problem-Solving Promotion Cubicle Work Ethic 52

Ask a Manager

JUNE 29, 2016

I found out yesterday that my coworker who works in the cubicle next to mine is incredibly offended by the fact that my body makes sounds a lot. But if that’s not possible, I think you probably need to be understanding about the impact it’s having on your cubicle neighbor and not be shocked that it bothers her. Here we go….

Cubicle 37

Cubicle Problem-Solving Legal Office Management 37

Ask a Manager

JUNE 3, 2019

” Just this week I was in his office to get some support and guidance on solving a problem that has been going on for some time. Is there a way to schedule our meetings at times when that will be more likely, or even to meet away from your computer if that would solve it?” ” 2.

Interviewing 40

Interviewing Cubicle Problem-Solving Computer 40

Vantage Circle

JULY 26, 2019

You can ask your boss to allocate you a new cubicle or desk to work in. Poor sleep causes workplace stress, health problems, and many more. A simple way to solve this is to ask your boss or supervisor for more challenging tasks or responsibilities. Revamp your workspace. Make changes to the space you work in. Get adequate sleep.

Cubicle 45

Cubicle Problem-Solving Teamwork Promotion 45

Ask a Manager

JUNE 13, 2016

He seems more quiet and reserved, but in any meetings that we have or when my boss comes in to talk to me (our desks are side by side with a cubicle wall in between), he is constantly staring at me and it makes me feel SO uncomfortable. Things seemed to have gotten better for a little while, but now it is starting back up again.

Problem-Solving 30

Problem-Solving Cubicle 30

Vantage Circle

JANUARY 16, 2023

Educate employees and managers on how to handle problems with grace, understanding, and forgiveness to help avoid them. The biggest stigmas for most people dealing with mental health problems are admitting it exists, talking about it, and reaching out for help. What better day to hold a conflict resolution seminar than today?

Mentoring 98

Mentoring Cleaning Planning Problem-Solving 98