Posts by shawna

The Best Tech Gadget I Bought This Year

The best gadget I bought this year was a $10 piece of plastic whose sole job is to prop up a piece of metal (my laptop). My point in saying this is, you don’t need the most elegantly designed items for your home office.  In the space you make your living, you need reliable, comfortable, […]

Five Gadgets People Can’t Live Without

Every day new devices pop onto the scene promising change and innovation. For someone who’s focused on the expansion of their organization, staying up to date with the latest technology that can support personal and business growth is essential. Whether it’s in a simple or a major way, some of these technologies carry with them […]

The Coolest Cutting-Edge Tech

Thanks to today’s high-tech gadgets, “home sweet home” is getting a whole lot sweeter. Not only do these clever tools make everyday tasks easier, they save time, cut down on clutter, and let you customize almost every aspect of your life. Also benefiting from the up-tick in tech-type gizmos are the family room and living […]

3 Tips – How to Set Up a Home Office on a Budget

If you’re part of the growing remote-work population, you may be considering setting up a home office. This may feel like a daunting task, as most people don’t have a large budget to invest in designing an office. Without breaking the bank, we’re sharing functional home office ideas and simple design tips to make your […]

5 Reasons Working Remotely Is Even Better Than You Thought It Was

1. Your Office Can Be Any Kind and Anywhere You’ll probably work from home if you work remotely. But that doesn’t mean you have to fill a corner of your living room with a clunky desk, a huge monitor, and an ugly rolling chair. You can fit your office wherever it fits in your life. […]

Ground Rules For Working At Home

Looking for some tips on working from home? With many folks now stuck working from home far longer than intended, it’s important to set some ground rules for a work-life balance. While it may be hard to stay organized and keep yourself motivated, here at Office Upgraded we have a few ways to help. There are […]

Design a Modern Home Office

Spending more time working from home is inspiring people to give their home office a modern makeover. Outfitting the space in modern interior design works well because it transforms the space using function and style.  Unfortunately, creating a home office is sometimes easier said than done. Maybe your current home office is outdated, not your […]

Practical Home Office Storage Ideas

Having the right home office storage can make your study space appear neat, tidy and clutter-free. From floating shelves to filing systems, here’s some helpful tips to help you choose a creative storage solution for a functional home office to maximize space and your productivity.  1) Choose floating shelves A floating shelf is a great […]

Things you didn’t know you needed for your office

Converting our predominantly comfort-focused homes into efficient and professional workspaces can still pose a challenge, even though many of us have now had time to adjust to working from home. Office Upgraded wants to help! We’ve put together a few interesting items that new work-from-homers have come to rely on for this extended moment. While you […]

There are two types of people in this world!

There are two types of people in this world  Over the past decade replacing paper as the primary means of record keeping has increased the use of digital applications exponentially.   The use of these virtual type notebooks is growing in both academia and industry. Understandably, there are still many people who are reluctant to […]

The Top-Rated Home Office Chairs For 2021

Let’s face it, working from home has its challenges. Many people are realizing that replacing a makeshift office setup with a functional, well equipped workspace is becoming increasingly important, especially as the months wear on.

The Shredders You Should Be Choosing From

Working from home can make you more vulnerable to identity thieves and hackers.  Be sure to shred sensitive business files before tossing them into the trash. ·  Shred files with corporate or customer names, phone numbers or banking info. ·  Use a micro-cut shredder for the best security; anything larger can be pieced back together […]

How to be ready for your CLOSE UP – HOME OFFICE in a hurry!

Thanks to work-related Zooms and virtual happy hours, we’re living on camera like never before. Try these tips from our in house design team to make sure your space is camera ready.  You need : 1. A room with a door you can close for privacy and freedom from noise. Sound waves carry through air […]

The Top 3 Rated Standing Desks

Sitting at a desk all day isn’t the best for your health.  If you have a desk job though, logging long hours sitting (rather than standing) can be somewhat unavoidable. That’s why many people have turned to standing desks. Overall, experts say using a standing desk can be a positive experience, improving your work life, […]

How to choose the right office chair for your home office?

Whether for work at the office or life in a home office, picking the right desk chair is crucial. As such, there are a few things you will want to keep in mind when starting your search! Our Suggestions: To keep your body from getting fatigued, the best office chairs promote the natural “S” curve […]