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It's just about time we wave goodbye to the old year and hello to the new one! 2020 has been challenging for many, so it comes as no surprise that people are once again thinking about their New Year's resolutions. Whether your goal is to become more productive at work,  advance your career or focus on your mental health, it's smart to have a plan in place to help you succeed. Here's how you can create an action plan to help you reach your goals.  Put your resolutions in writing Choose your main goals and either write them down or create a vision board.  Jotting them down...

With more and more companies giving their employees the option to work remotely, it's important to have a home office setup that promotes productivity. Here are 7 you can use to create the best home office for your needs. If possible, choose a space with natural light Having the right lighting is more important than you may think! Did you know that workers exposed to natural light sleep longer and better than their counterparts? That vitamin D exposure can also promote better health, fighting depression, diabetes and chronic pain. Natural light also encourages productivity and engagement in workers. Keep work...

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many aspects of our lives, especially the way we work. Much of the population are now working from home and having to adjust to a new way of life. As such, it's understandable to feel anxious and stressed with so many changes and unpredictability. Here are some tips on how to manage your mental health while working from home.  Stay connected- Keep in touch with your workmates through email and video chats, even if it's just to check in with each other. That being said, unplug when needed- If the news is adding to your...

With offices and businesses shut down worldwide, there's been a giant shift to working from home. While working remotely is nothing new for some people, for most it is a huge adjustment. Here are seven working from home tips to help! Keep a routine While your regular 9-5 schedule may no longer work (especially if you have kids!), it's important to have a weekday routine to keep you on track. Try to wake up and go to bed at a consistent time. Get up every morning like you are going to work and make sure you start and end at...

We know that people use SmartSheets for planning and taking notes at meetings, but we encourage you to think outside that blue box! We've seen some cool other uses for SmartSheets and thought we'd share them with you!Window shadesDo you get a glare from the sun certain times during the day? If curtains or blinds are not an option, use a sheet to create a window shade. If it's an odd shape, you can even cut it into the correct dimension. Table clothNeed to cover or protect a table in a pinch!? Use some SmartSheets! There won't be any overhang...