With all the other things occupying your mind with a startup business, the office layout may not be at the top of your list. But it certainly should be. How your office is laid out can be a boon or a bust to your overall workplace atmosphere.

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Here are some things affected by office layout:

·         Operational Cost – by strategically utilizing every square foot of office space you can eliminate waste and increase overall effectiveness.

·         Staff productivity – Workflow department by department is the key to getting optimal productivity out of your space. Making sure there is adequate space for foot traffic is more important than you think to how much actually gets done in a day.

·         Safety – Note where the exits are, as well as the fire exits. Make sure there is enough space for foot traffic to access these exits quickly. Spacing desks with enough room in between is also vital for reducing the risk of common workplace accidents.

·         Employee Satisfaction – Placing desks facing each other or too close together can cause unnecessary friction when people are trying to get things accomplished. This situation only worsens the busier it gets.

·         Collaboration – Placing work teams in close proximity to each other but with adequate personal space will increase both employee satisfaction and team wins.

·         Better Management – Easy overview and access to their teams can give management the advantages they need to guide their team effectively.

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Most companies don’t begin their existence in an office space as big as a warehouse. Indeed, some even begin in a garage or bonus room of a private residence. If you are starting your career as a business owner in a small office space you must optimize every square inch for maximum productivity. 

Here are a few things to keep in mind:

• Functionality – whether it’s your own workspace or a common area for meetings and collaboration, these areas must be very functional. Consider using a table that converts into a standing desk or a coffee table with seating hidden underneath. Multi-purpose pieces are the key to increasing how much you can get out of a small space.
• Ditch Paper – Going paperless can save loads of space. You won’t have to keep filing cabinets or files in physical form by going completely digital. 
• Organization – Having a space for everything and keeping everything in its place will save you a lot of time and keep your small space uncluttered. Nothing eats away at productivity like disorganization.
• Enhance – hanging mirrors on the walls of your small office will give the illusion of more space and keep you from feeling cramped. Make sure to add pleasing decorative touches in happy colors around the space. 
• Simplicity – In small spaces there’s no need for complicated furniture. Look for streamlined, multi-purpose pieces with classic style. 
• Mood – To stay motivated in a small office try playing inspirational music softly in the background. Place small pots with greenery around and a vase of fragrant flowers on your desk. Staying positive happens not just with the furniture pieces you pick that improve productivity, but they are also in the small details that you find pleasant.

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Choosing the best office furniture for your business should warrant more consideration than most give it. Many think that matching desks and standard chairs are sufficient so they populate the space with the most economical furniture they can find. This is a mistake, and here’s why.

There are important advantages and benefits to carefully selecting your office furniture. With the right furniture you get so much more:

·        Aesthetics – Choosing furniture that represents your brand and company vision can solidify your image better than thousands spent on advertising. It also provides your employees with a place they enjoy working in. when clients see a well-thought-out space populated with attractive pieces they immediately regard you as professional with attention to detail.

·        Function – The office layout can be a hazard for employees on busy days. Be sure to select furniture that allows freedom of movement and the free flow of people rushing back and forth. The same goes for meeting spaces. If clients visit regularly, make sure you have a quiet space set up that is comfortable. No one wants to lose a contract because a client found your chairs uncomfortable.

·        Productivity – Consider softer office chairs with proper support to help your team avoid neck and back strain. Employees with aches and pains aren’t as productive as they otherwise could be. Your consideration of their welfare will also boost your team’s morale and effectiveness.

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