There has been a recent trend to see which companies across the UK (and across the world) have the coolest offices. You might think that this is a superficial title and that the real measure of any good business should be its profit margins, but, in reality, there are plenty of reasons why you might reconsider this opinion. For a start, being in a top 10 cool offices list provides great publicity, with articles in all the major newspapers eager to learn who the winners are. And naturally, media coverage equals new business, and therefore increase in profit. So, if you want to find out how you can make your office worthy of the adjective ‘cool’, here are just a few ways you can get your office into the prestigious top ten list.

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If you want to get the best out of your workers then you need to put in place an office environment that enables them to thrive. That means establishing an office that has a relaxed but also professional ambiance, with the decor that encourages thinking and openness, and plenty of light and space. It also means you need to ensure that their fundamental needs are met, whether that’s providing toilet facilities or keeping the temperature well regulated. Managing heat is your responsibility as business owner and leader. Here are some tips to think about to do just that in your office.

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