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July 18, 2011 in
Clutter, Office, junk hauling, junk king and junk removal.
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Clean the office and throw stuff out! Summer is the best time of year to do that because business is slow and you need something productive to do. All of your clients are on vacation and so are most of your employees at one time or another. The tumbleweeds are blowing across the break room floor and you can spend as much time as you like picking through old files and rearranging furniture. Just do yourself a favor when you’re done and get rid of all the old, useless paperwork, tables, chairs, and appliances that you are no longer using. Don’t lie to yourself and pretend you’ll use that stuff again some day. You won’t. Junk King can take care of all of that clutter and make the rest of your year clean and efficient.
Taking advantage of slowdown periods is a skill that most managers learn only after letting one of those time periods go by without doing anything. How many times did you look at those same junk items last summer and didn’t have them removed? You probably thought the slow season would last longer than it did, or maybe you just procrastinated till Labor Day and then got caught in the fall rush. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Hundreds of folks in the same position as you have failed to act in past years and are cleaning out their offices this year on schedule.
Start with an assessment of your situation.
Which part of the office do you want to work on first? That break room is not likely to be this empty again any time soon. It’s best to begin a clean-up in areas where you’re getting light traffic now, but expect heavier traffic at any point in time. In addition to the break room, that could also include the reception area, kitchens if you have them, and any conference rooms that see heavy use during the busy season. Clean these out one at a time and try to do them at night when the office is closed if you can. Even when you’re slow, it’s still better to take care of your junk removal when no one can see what you’re hauling out.
Any sensitive paperwork should be shredded. There are companies that specialize in that type of thing. Any old appliances should be recycled. Junk King can haul away refrigerators, air conditioners, and old computers to be recycled along with couches, chairs and tables that will be destroyed.
Save your own office for last. You’ll want to be able to spend time on it without feeling rushed to complete the project. When you do finally get to it, think about throwing everything out and starting from scratch. A new look will give you a new attitude and keep you from feeling bored. You might find some great office furniture there that someone else was tired of. You know what they say, “One man’s junk is another man’s prize.” Good luck and have a wonderful summer.
As the summer approaches, you may be asking how you can kick your business into high gear even during the hottest months of the year. It may be difficult for employees to concentrate when it’s beautiful outside; they probably would rather be enjoying the great summer weather than sitting in an office looking at a computer screen. Many of your employees may also be daydreaming of hiking, river rafting, barbecues, and Caribbean vacations.
It’s an often overlooked strategy to change some things up at the office during the summer to motivate your employees to continue to work at strong pace. Here are a few things you can do to keep the productivity rolling:
Company Outings: Although it may seem cliché, a company outing is a great way to build camaraderie as well as let your employees get a breath of fresh air during a busy time of year. The summer is the perfect time to get outside – a company sponsored barbecue is one great way to spend a long lunch and a friendly game of bocce ball could add some excitement to an otherwise dull day.
Exercise: It cannot be overstated how important exercise can be for your employee’s overall productivity (as well as their health). Exercise sharpens not only the body but also the mind: it is proven time and again that workers who exercise regularly are far more productive at the office. Consider getting outside and bringing your company on a hike, kayaking trip, or biking expedition. Also offer employees the option to work out mid-day as long as they are able to accomplish the same number of goals within a workday.
Office Junk Removal: Unwanted clutter and junk in your office can have a big effect on your employee’s overall performance on an everyday basis. It could be some old desks from workers who were laid off in the past year that are still sitting around. It might be an old Xerox machine that is simply taking up space or a water cooler that doesn’t work anymore. These items are doing nothing for your business, and in fact may be a detriment to your employee’s performance simply by sitting there. A junk hauling business can easily and efficiently remove this clutter without interrupting a normal work day.
Competition: A little competition like a sports bracket or after work dart tournament never hurt anyone. Although an ‘extra-curricular’ competition might seem like it would distract employees, it may in fact be a nice reprise from the regular schedule – keeping employees alert and on-target.
Many businesses across the country are glad to put 2009 behind them. 2010 marks a fresh start for businesses, bringing a better economic atmosphere and renewed goals for success. Some companies have been hunkering down throughout the past year and cutting costs wherever possible. Now, with a bit of extra capital, businesses can start to prepare for some ‘spring cleaning’ to get their priorities and goals in order.
There are a number of things a business can do for a fresh start, including upgrading computer systems, re-evaluating customer relations processes, and hiring new talent. One often overlooked step a business can take to ‘reboot’ its operations is by cleaning out the office. A good office environment is essential to the productivity of employees. Clutter and unused office furniture can be distracting to employees and can also take up space that could be otherwise used to make a company more efficient. Just as a house needs a good spring cleaning, businesses should also consider getting rid of the junk that is piling up from the last year of operations (or well before that).
Here are a few reasons why cleaning up the office can be essential for a business:
- Productivity: It is proven that employees are more efficient in an uncluttered environment. Having some open space can help an employee hone in on the task at hand. This doesn’t mean a productive office can’t have ‘extra stuff.’ However, it’s one thing to have fun and gimmicky office appliances (such as gumball machines) and another to have old office furniture lying around doing nothing.
- Employee Health: Just as old home appliances and furniture that sits around can accumulate dust and mold, old office furniture will do the same. Getting rid of this old furniture can drastically improve the air quality and general cleanliness of the office environment.
- Business Image: A good image is essential to any business that is trying to grow or network with other companies. If you bring some potential clients into an office filled with junk, they probably won’t get a great first impression of your business. Clearing out the extra clutter will certainly give off a more professional image.
So now that you’ve figured out you need to get rid of the unwanted clutter and junk in your office – how do you go about it? Hiring a junk removal service like Junk-King is often the most efficient and cost effective way to clean up your office. Much of the larger office items that need to be moved can be hassle for yourself or your employees to take on. Setting aside the time and manpower to move this office junk can disrupt your normal business operations. That’s why a professional junk removal service can perform an efficient ‘in-and-out’ haul that won’t disrupt business. Junk-King also recycles 40-60% received materials, so that you will know your business is contributing to a cleaner environment.
Clean the office and throw stuff out! Summer is the best time of year to do that because business is slow and you need something productive to do. All of your clients are on vacation and so are most of your employees at one time or another. The tumbleweeds are blowing across the break room floor and you can spend as much time as you like picking through old files and rearranging furniture. Just do yourself a favor when you’re done and get rid of all the old, useless paperwork, tables, chairs, and appliances that you are no longer using. Don’t lie to yourself and pretend you’ll use that stuff again some day. You won’t. Junk King can take care of all of that clutter and make the rest of your year clean and efficient.