Workplace Design for the Generations
Kevin Rettle, Sodexo’s Director of Marketing, Insight and Solutions for the I2S team Today’s office planning approach has come full circle, from the organizational needs of the late 20th century to the...
View ArticleFactors Beyond Space
Gary Herald, Sodexo Senior Vice President In the blog post, Workplace Design for the Generations, we covered how the workplace should be designed to accommodate different generations. There are other...
View ArticleWorkplace Starts at the Front Door
Kevin Rettle, Sodexo’s Director of Marketing, Insight and Solutions for the I2S team The demand for a quality worklife isn’t confined to corporate offices. For most employees the workday experience...
View ArticleOpen-Office Floor Plans: One Size Does Not Fit Every Business
In offices around the world, the open floor plan debate rages on. Do open office spaces allow for greater collaboration, increased energy and a free flow of creativity? Or do open areas create...
View ArticleFlexibility at Work is Key to a More Rested, Productive Workforce
Given employees’ busy and demanding lives, sleep is a necessity—but its importance is all too often overlooked. Getting enough sleep is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle, and can benefit your...
View ArticleWinning Over Millennials in the Workplace
Jennifer Williamson In our continually growing and evolving global environment, Millennials have a unique perspective as a result of being raised during an era of incredible social and technological...
View ArticleNature-Friendly Workspaces Benefit Employees and Business
Jason Richards, Vice President, Energy & Construction Services, Sodexo North America Sustainable work spaces are becoming more prominent. Investing in sustainability benefits business, employees...
View ArticleMobilizing to Mentor Women in STEM
Lorna C. DonatoneRegion Chair for North AmericaCEO Schools WorldwideSodexo Women have made huge strides in their pursuit of higher education and now earn more associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and...
View ArticleDon’t React to Change, Respond to It
One of a CEO’s toughest but most crucial roles is overseeing change within an organization. It’s not just a matter of making the tough decisions that change requires, but about being able to see the...
View ArticleTurning a Diverse Workforce into Your Best Competitive Advantage
Rolddy Leyva, Vice President, Global Diversity, Sodexo The rapidly expanding global economy has prompted the growth of work teams comprised of individuals from diverse backgrounds with different...
View Article3 Hacks by Sodexo to Make Drinking Water a Part of your Day
People make a lot of promises about quick fixes to improve productivity in your workplace. While most of those are more hype than help, there’s a remarkably simple trick that might actually work: Drink...
View Article3 Hacks by Sodexo for Managing your Boss
No matter where you work, it’s likely that you have a boss that manages you. What you may not realize is that not only does your boss manage you, but you can manage him or her as well. Being able to...
View ArticleSorting Hat Quiz: Which Ilvermorney House Do You Belong In?
J.K Rowling has expanded upon the world of Harry Potter, introducing us to a new wizarding school named Ilvermorny. Located on a mountain is Massachusetts, Ilvermorny is the school that all American...
View ArticleThree Quality of Lifehacks to Eat Healthy at Work
What’s your favorite office snack? Is it candy, chips, cookies, or other treat? It’s very easy to eat unhealthy while at work. Further, many people may eat breakfast, lunch and snacks at work. Add in a...
View ArticleHow Generation Z will Change the Workplace
Members of Generation Z, the youngest generational cohort, are beginning to enter the workforce. Raised in the era of constant communication and instant gratification, these individuals pave the way...
View ArticleRedefining the Workplace Experience
In the past, workplaces were designed with the employer in mind. The goal was to get the most productivity out of each employee—often without taking into account the quality of those employees lives....
View ArticleThree Quality of Lifehacks for a Healthier You at Work
You might not think of your workplace as a health hazard, but the effects of sitting all day at the office, grabbing a handful of candy as you walk by your coworker’s desk every day, and not drinking...
View ArticleTips to Ease Your Nerves When Preparing for your First Internship
Internships are a great way to prepare for your future. They can help you discover if the job path you’ve chosen is the right one for you, expose you to the professional world, and equip you with...
View ArticleThree Quality of Lifehacks to Bridge Generational Differences in the Workplace
A 60-something instructor at a major university was working on a project with an undergraduate student. The student complimented the instructor on her proficiency with technology. The student thought...
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