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5 biggest remote work mistakes
Remote work is an ideal solution for introverts who find the abundance of outside stimuli detrimental to their work performance. It is also a great option for those who value flexibility and prefer to base their workplace relationships on responsibility and mutual tr...
Sep 22, 2022

Quiet quitting or simply work-life balance?
‘Quiet quitting’ is a trend increasing in popularity in the post-pandemic world – despite the fact that the practice itself is nothing new. Some see it as a dangerous tendency while others aren’t concerned at all. One thing is for certain: quiet quitting is spreading...
Sep 15, 2022

Why implementing a wellbeing strategy is so important?
A tired, overworked employee burdened with an excess of responsibilities and unfavourable atmosphere in the company can hardly reach peak productivity or work satisfaction but are, instead, at risk of burning out. To prevent this from happening, implementing a wellbe...
Sep 8, 2022

Hot desking – how effective is it?
Moving towards remote work as a result of the pandemic has influenced some companies to downsize their office space or to abandon having a physical office altogether. Despite the lockdown restrictions having been eased significantly, a lot of workers have decided aga...
Sep 5, 2022

How to set up a perfect student desk?
The beginning of a new academic year is a perfect moment to think about new and exciting ways to set up your desk so that it’s a perfect space for studying and the knowledge migrates into your brain almost on its own. A well-designed space aids concentration and can ...
Aug 25, 2022

What do you need to know about office ergonomics?
Let’s be honest: the human body isn’t designed to sit at a desk and stare at a monitor in the same position all day long. Lower back pain, neck strain, dry eye syndrome – that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Whether you work in an office or remotely in your own home, ...
Aug 19, 2022

The present and the future of remote work
Although remote work existed way before 2020, it cannot be denied that the pandemic and subsequent lockdowns contributed greatly to its popularization and change of its perception. At the beginning, it may have seemed to be an emergency measure, a short-term solution...
Aug 17, 2022

How to plan a workation?
Working on vacation – this doesn’t exactly sound like the dream. However, performing your professional duties in a tropical paradise, a quaint little Parisian café, or in a Swiss chalet seems like a tempting alternative to open-space or home offices. Necessity being ...
Aug 4, 2022

The forester’s perspective. Interview with Jakub Wencek
While exploring the significance of forests in the future of the Earth and of human health, we decided to consult an expert of the matter – a forester Jakub Wencek, also known as @tanczacachmura (dancing cloud) on Instagram.
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Aug 3, 2022

Dive into the green: tree planting and forest bathing
Living in the concrete jungle can make you feel drained out of life. And one of the best ways to recharge your batteries is to schedule a meeting with mother nature. Spending time in the woods is beneficial not only for your mental health and wellbeing but also for y...
Jul 28, 2022

What is the optimal height for a standing desk?
Sitting at a desk for most of your workday can set you on a path to back pain, cardiovascular diseases, obesity, and other health issues. Standing desks seem to be the perfect solution to this problem, however only under one condition – the desk’s height mu...
Jul 21, 2022

What is a digital nomad?
The popular proverb “Home is where you hang your hat” can be now paraphrased into “Office is where you turn your laptop on”. A nomadic lifestyle in a digital era has become more possible than ever before (well, maybe not during the pandemic, but still). A tempting pe...
Jul 14, 2022

What does "ergonomics" mean
Ergonomics is a big word for a simple concept: designing your workstation to fit your body. This includes adjusting your workspace or choosing furniture that is made for proper support. A lot of people think of ergonomics as only pertaining to office work, but it can...
Jul 6, 2022

How to organize the desk
No matter your profession, a cluttered desk can make you feel unorganized and overwhelmed. A clean and tidy desk, on the other hand, can help you focus and be more productive. In this blog post, we will share tips on how to organize your desk so that it wor...
Jun 28, 2022

Home Office: Productivity, Organization, and Work-life Balance
Whether you're self-employed or telecommuting for a company, working from home can be a dream come true. On the other hand, it's not as simple as closing your office door and getting down to business. There are a few key things to keep in mind if you want to create a...
Jun 14, 2022

Japandi - interior design aesthetics or a philosophy of life? Interview with Laila Rietbergen
Japandi is an interior design megatrend that emerged from a fusion of two seemingly different yet unexpectedly similar styles: hygge and wabi-sabi. Although the japandi fever began over 2 years ago, its popularity is only growing. And it's no wonder - the comforting ...
Apr 5, 2022

5 interior design trends for 2022 - from japandi to the play of textures
Why do we like to talk about interior design trends so much? Because discussing trends is a starting point for discussing needs, fears, and dreams that are reflected in the places where we live. According to the French philosopher Gaston Bachelard, "the image of the ...
Mar 16, 2022

Year-end motivation and productivity in the Oakywood Team
Returning to work after a long break can be difficult. How is our team doing in this strange period between Christmas and New Year's Eve? Who keeps repeating "any to Friday" and who was the most eager to return to work? Take a look at our blog entry, join our Decembe...
Dec 29, 2021
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