Friday, January 30, 2009

Improving the energy of your business environment

The word Feng Shui is often heard but many of us still do not understand what it means. In its simplest forms, it is an ancient philosophy developed by the Chinese over 3000 years ago that aims to balance the energies of any given space to assure the health and wellbeing and indeed good fortune for the being inhabiting their space and hoem/office. 'Feng' means 'wind" and shui means 'water' ( pronounced fund shway).

For the office to improve the business environment use aquariums, water features, colour, plants to improve the energy in any given space.

Additional Resources - How to Feng Shui Your Office

Does office wellness improve the bottom line in today's tough business environment?

These are challenging times that require resilience and positivity. A work environment must allow your best people to thrive - fully utilising their strengths. A positive work environment enhances financial, social and strategic performance.

Facts:
Some may have the perception that investing in health and wellbeing has a relatively low yield. Statistics illustrate this is a myth. Recent case studies show an average ROI (return on investment) for workplace wellness programmes is $3-$5 for every $1 invested according to Harvard Business Review

Did you know indoor air quality is more polluted than outdoors?

Live plants have more than just decorative qualities, they certainly do create atmosphere and image but LIVING PLANTS do so much more!Living plants in buildings reduce the levels of air pollution and volatile components which are emitted by materials in computers, photocopiers, furniture and fittings along with micro organisms from staff and visitors.

Toxins, chemicals and odours (undetected yet ever present) cause the obvious headaches, eye, nose and throat irritations, nausea and stress and the not so obvious 'bad moods', low motivation and lethargy. Indoor plants have the ability to remove these air toxins and improve air quality to create a healthy and productive workplace.

Workcover NSW recommend plants be used in the workplace to help alleviate characteristics of Sick Building Syndrome. You need only 1 plant for each 10sq metre. Visit our website to learn more about plants for hire in offices Australia-wide.