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5 items to improve your workspace

The 40 hour work week is a standard, meaning our offices can start to feel like a home away from home. When we spend so much time at our desks, it is important to keep that space feeling fresh and fun to encourage creativity and productivity. Your office does not have to be drab — you can create a space that is enjoyable for you so that you can be comfortable in your work environment. Refresh your office space and bring new life to your desk using these five products!

When you are spending all day at the office, your phone may not make it all the way to your commute home. Keep your devices charged all day and never miss a call again with this convenient charging station! It features six different slots for holding devices, and six 2.4 amp USB plugs. The LED dividers light up to let you know when your device is charging, and they can expand from ¾” to 1 ½” to fit any device.
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Tired of break room coffee? Or is it getting too expensive to stop at the coffee shop on your way into the office every morning? This French press is small enough to keep at your desk to brew your perfect cup every morning! This press guarantees a ground-free cup every time, while the added milk frother is perfect for making cappuccinos, lattes, iced coffees and more!
Keep track of all your meeting reminders, project memos, deadline dates and more with this convenient cork board. Having a visual aid to keep track of all your important notes is a great way to visualize what you need to prioritize. The push pins will remain firmly in place in the cork surface, holding on to everything exactly where you need it.
If your office space does not have access to a window, you may not be receiving much natural light during the day. Sunlight is important to absorb vitamin D, support bone health and improve mental wellbeing. This light therapy lamp simulates sunlight to help you feel more energetic during the day. The three light settings will allow you to adjust brightness throughout the day, mimicking the actual sun cycle outside.
If your office is location-flexible, you need a dedicated space to work from home. This folding desk is the perfect solution: it is compact enough to be stored away when you are not using it, but sturdy enough to come out during the work day. With adjustable side storage and a cord opening, it is the perfect work station for any size home.The legs slide easily under couches and chairs, the height is adjustable and the angle can be changed between three different settings for the most comfortable fit!

Whether you are in the office full time, or working from home, it is important to create a workstation that will improve creativity and productivity. Check out these five items to help optimize your work space to have a great work day everyday!

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