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Why Naps Should Be Allowed At Work

Working at Koala has many benefits, and one of them is the sometimes hilarious amount of functional beds found across the workplace, and that we are allowed naps at work (in the designated nap pods). Naps are actually good for you, and before you head off to your nearest HR...

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Better furniture for a better world

Koala is an Aussie furniture company (which in many ways may seem insignificant in the scheme of the world, but in our mind, we all have a role to play in protecting and preserving the place we call home). How do the decisions made at a small workshop in Sydney...

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5 pieces of technology to help you work smarter

Technology should make things easier not make you work harder. But, as we all know, there are many applications and disruptive technologies that take us away from our days, rather than add value! In this tech-driven world, here are some of the showstoppers that will help you work smarter,...

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20 of the best productivity hacks you’ll ever need

We’re all looking for ways to get more out of our day, at work, home or life in general. Thanks to smartphones, social media and being able to access the web from just about anywhere, procrastination can creep into our day leaving our productivity levels at an all-time low. If...

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The 8-8-8 rule: manage your time effectively by breaking your day into blocks

Do you find yourself wondering where your day went? Does your time seem to slip through your fingers and you wind up never get anything done? The secret to managing your time effectively and treating yourself to the work/life balance you crave could be as simple as breaking your day...

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Train your brain with these 5 tools

As we age our brain function decreases and studies suggest keeping mentally active can greatly improve cognitive function and improve mental stimulation. Studies show that young adults who participate in brain training have a higher brain processing speed, increased memory and highly functioning executive functions –...

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A lifetime of learning: the 5 best online course providers

If your New Year’s resolution is to brush up on your skills and broaden your horizons an online course could be the way to expand your mind and gain fresh knowledge. These days, rather than heading off to your local TAFE or college to learn something new, the world is...

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Get on top of your email

Are you drowning in emails? Does your phone, tablet and smartwatch drive you mad with constant new arrivals in your inbox? There are simple ways to get on top of your inbox and get your emails functioning like a well-oiled machine.. Say goodbye to email burnout and the ongoing...

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Are you making the most of your sleep?

Professionals ranging from swimmers to runners, dancers, mathematicians, musicians and high-profile CEOs can all benefit from increased quality and quantity of rest. While many CEOs claim to not sleep enough, the truth is that for the body to perform at its peak, we need to sleep well – and for...

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The A-Zs of why you should be sleeping right now

Alertness. More sleep means you’ll be more alert, and who doesn’t want that? Next time your boss gets angry at you for napping during the day, refer them to this NASA study that proved that after just a 40-minute nap, pilots were more alert than ever. Be in a better...

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Is your mattress holding you back?

The Dalai Lama once said that, “sleep is the best meditation”, and we couldn’t agree more. Countless studies have shown that better sleep leads to increased attention, creativity, decision-making processes, focus, mood, reaction and recovery times as well as a boost in working memory. These traits can result in more...

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Eight signs you’re a workaholic

When you find a job you love, it’s hard not to fall into the trap of working too much. A strong work ethic is a brilliant trait to have, but an unhealthy addiction to work can negatively impact your health, social life and mental wellbeing. And it can even make...

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How to actually sleep on a train

The daily commute is something very few of us look forward to. If your only option is public transport, or you’ve come to your senses and realised you’ll save money, time and possibly your mental health by not facing traffic jams, we’ve got some news for you. Commuting is actually...