A new survey has revealed that half of UK workers are uninspired by the office. The research, conducted by interior design and fit-out business Claremont, has surveyed more than 2,000 UK workers to discover their attitudes towards the workplace.
The study has found that a lack of human connection and teamwork is putting workers off the office. Other factors cited by employees include poor kitchen facilities, outdated office etiquette and lack of natural light.
1. Poor design
Poor office design is having an impact on a half of UK workers who feel uninspired by their work environment, according to a new report. The survey, which surveyed 1,000 office workers in the UK, reveals that half of millennials would be willing to look for a new job because of an unpleasant workspace, and a quarter of generation Xers are likely to change jobs for the same reason.
Poor workplace design can cause a range of issues for employees, from poor health and wellbeing to reduced productivity. For instance, a cluttered office layout can disrupt concentration, leading to irritability and frustration.
2. Lack of natural light
One of the top perks employees want from their workplace is access to natural light and a view of the outdoors, according to research conducted by HR advisory firm Future Workplace. This simple request can be a huge boost to productivity and morale.
Employees also report that they have more energy, feel better and are more motivated when they are exposed to sunlight. This is backed by scientifically-proven health benefits like reduced stress, increased vitamin D levels, improved eye health and enhanced mood.
For a lot of office workers, a lack of natural light can negatively affect their overall experience and productivity, as well as their eyesight and sleep. That’s why it’s important to make sure your office spaces are designed to promote and optimize natural light.
3. Lack of collaboration
In a recent survey, half of UK workers admitted that they were uninspired by the office. They said they would quit if bosses asked them to return to work full time.
If you’re struggling to find inspiration in your workspace, try placing a quote or saying somewhere prominent. This will help you stay motivated throughout your day in the office.
Another way to improve collaboration in the office is to set goals and expectations clearly. This will ensure that everyone is on the same page.
Without a clear goal, teams can become distracted and misaligned, leading to project failure. They can also end up feeling a sense of disempowerment as they feel they have no control over the outcome.
4. Lack of socialising
Half of UK workers are uninspired by the office, new research suggests. The report, commissioned by office space firm Claremont, revealed that the office needs to deliver six key emotions – inspired, valued, connected, supported, included and proud – for today’s workforce to thrive.
The survey found that a third of workers would quit their job if bosses forced them to return to the office. Younger workers in particular
were more likely to leave if they were not allowed to work from home.
5. Bad coffee
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, and many people have a cup to get them through the morning. It is also a great way
to build relationships within the office, and improve productivity.
Bad coffee in the office is becoming an issue for half of UK workers, according to workspace provider Mindspace. A recent study dubbed ‘The Workplace Oooh’ revealed that almost half of employees – 52 percent of hybrid workers and 48 percent of full-time office-based workers – feel uninspired by their workplace, and 42 percent say their office doesn’t make them feel valued.
There are several reasons that office coffee can be bad, including poor quality beans, poor equipment or low-quality water. But there are
also simple & inexpensive solutions to fix the problem, such as choosing better coffee or reheating it in thermal carafes or insulated mugs
instead of leaving it to sit around.
