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If the pandemic has taught business leaders anything, it's this: The question isn't if the next crisis will come, but when. Learn 4 strategies to build resilience during times of disruption from Gallup Workplace. https://bit.ly/3bKOCCA

The data says we won’t be at home forever. Explore the research about how workplaces and home offices will need to adapt in the future and browse strategies for the post-COVID office. https://bit.ly/3jwGr0j

Steelcase is sharing its latest research, spaces and solutions to activate learning in a series of education sessions. Sign up now to save the date. https://bit.ly/2GmeaKB

When people work from home, it can be tough to see output and maintain relationships. So how do you manage work when you can't see it happening? It's all about holding people accountable. Tracy Brower, PhD shares new ways to consider accountability, via Forbes. https://bit.ly/3gWmD3U

Throughout this global health crisis, virtual care has played a much larger role than ever before in helping practitioners connect with their patients. Learn simple design tips to help you make the most of your virtual spaces in The Center for Heath Design's latest webinar featuring Steelcase Health, available to watch now. https://bit.ly/3hVSF17

Ready for a change? Get 6 tips from creative thinkers to shake up your work routine, via TED. https://bit.ly/2QOkvAA

Suffering from burnout? Tracy Brower, PhD shares healthy solutions to tackle negative thinking and emotional exhaustion, via Fast Company. https://bit.ly/32wx0Gi

Our partner Steelcase identified 3 key design considerations to guide the adaptation of the office as workers return to work— division, density and geometry. Learn how they adapted their Munich Learning and Innovation Center to create a safe environment for employees. https://bit.ly/2VimMqd

In a time where learning is happening in the classroom and at home, Steelcase Education is sharing key insights, design principles and thought starters for making the most of your blended learning spaces. https://bit.ly/2EJGAgL

How can leaders provide direction, guidance, and reassurance while acknowledging that the path ahead isn’t clear? Harvard Business Review says leaders must lead with humanity. Read more. https://bit.ly/2KIBcKF

"We’re creative and social people and the workplace helps us connect, collaborate and be creative," says James Ludwig, Steelcase Vice President of Global Design & Engineering. "Companies need people to come together to shape culture — the way things get done. Without that, organizations will lose their competitive advantage over time."

Read more of James Ludwig's insights for the future of the workplace. https://bit.ly/2EAfdG6

As organizations continue to prepare to welcome back workers into the office and as the world moves towards the next normal, the agile workplace is now more important than ever. Read more from WorkDesign Magazine. https://bit.ly/2ECRF3a

Create productive outdoor workspaces where people can benefit creatively and feel safe. Get design ideas from our partner Steelcase. https://bit.ly/3fSQ3iM

How should leaders support their teams right now to drive people and performance forward? Tracy Brower, Phd, shares the 5 most important things to know about leading during hard times, via Forbes. https://bit.ly/32bfabW

As blended learning is embraced for its opportunities and flexibility, Steelcase is sharing its research on trends in education accelerated by COVID-19. https://bit.ly/3aGktnm

Emerging from Crisis: Harvard Business Review shares how leaders can guide their organizations and teams through difficult times. Read more. https://bit.ly/2YmyRwm

Spaces that improve how people feel, think and move help attract and retain employees, help organizations act as good community citizens, and have been shown to improve performance and health outcomes. Go inside two Steelcase spaces that have been recognized for achieving wellbeing standards and learn from their best practices. https://bit.ly/2YgWNkM

A user-centered design approach was critical in the strategy to get employees back to the workplace safely. Learn step-by-step how Steelcase is returning to the office. https://bit.ly/2UaLw3b

Responsiveness and accessibility are two traits of successful leaders. How can you be available for your team while also having a life? Tracy Brower explains, via Forbes. https://bit.ly/31P6x6t

Leading companies have been experimenting with outdoor work environments for years to foster creativity and rejuvenation. Productive outdoor workspaces can benefit people creatively from being outdoors as well as feel and be safe without having to wear masks. Learn how to design safe and compelling outdoor spaces: https://bit.ly/3fSQ3iM

There are more reasons than ever to work outside. Workdesign Magazine states that the real purpose of the workplace—to support collaborative work—may actually be served better when people go outside. Read more. https://bit.ly/2BcZg7u

While working from home can be challenging, products that provide ergonomic support, enhance productivity and boost wellbeing can help keep you focused on your work. Learn more about designing your home office. https://bit.ly/39ZCwEZ

Although indoor seating is currently closed, outdoor seating is open to the public! If you don't have any plans this weekend, take a stroll through Downtown Dallas to see what we've been working on. These comfortable chairs are from Sandler Seating and table from Gandiablasco.

Check out this craftsmanship 👀 Our talented Studio team built this beautifully detailed and customized banquette for a food hall in Downtown Dallas. From custom mill-work to upholstery, our team has got you covered.

Research shows that people want to meet, socialize and connect again in the office, but as Work Design Magazine reports, shared spaces must evolve to keep workers safe. https://bit.ly/3kakzbm

Times are tough, and resilience will be one of the most important characteristics to nurture. Get strategies for developing this mental strength from Fast Company. https://bit.ly/30X80Ye

When it comes to what the office will look like post-pandemic, lead designers at Steelcase, HOK and Gensler share their perspective on the future of the workplace and the important role designers play in creating it. https://bit.ly/2EAfdG6

Tracy Brower, PhD shares hopeful, optimistic predictions for younger generations whose views are being shaped through the coronavirus pandemic, via Forbes. https://bit.ly/30itQq5

In case you missed it, watch Steelcase's Designing What's Next Series which asked experts 5 questions in 5 minutes on the importance of design in a post-COVID world. https://bit.ly/30dDw4X

As COVID-19 continues, employees are feeling less prepared to do their job and less informed about their organization. Gallup Workplace shares three actions leaders can take to meet employees' needs now. https://bit.ly/2Z7oeOG

Coming together in the workplace to socialize and collaborate will become the greatest purpose that the new office can fulfill. Learn how to design for compelling and safe social + collaborative spaces. https://bit.ly/2Muo8cJ

Find inspiration from 5 home offices designed to help you work better at home. Whether you work in a small, shared space, a large dedicated office or an enhanced living space, you won’t mind working in one of these. https://bit.ly/3fV59Fq

During a crisis, people are less resistant to organizational change, but the best leaders lean into disruption and spark much-needed changes. GallupWorkplace offers a decision matrix to help you make the most of moments of distruption. Read more. https://bit.ly/3fPf4MF

Leaders expect they’ll need to make changes to the office and expand their ecosystem of workplaces after the pandemic. Read more about what decision makers say they expect will change in the workplace post pandemic. https://bit.ly/3jwGr0j

Some of you may have some questions and concerns about returning to the office. We're here to help you with that. Let us be the link to help you get back to the office safely. https://bit.ly/2rsZSx9

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We’re excited to welcome Mattiazzi to the Steelcase portfolio. An Italian furniture maker and manufacturer, Mattiazzi, specializes in combining traditional craft with an environmentally-friendly, energy-efficient practice. Learn more about the new relationship. https://bit.ly/2WRoEHv

The pandemic has caused a reset in many aspects of life - and social media is one of them. Leverage its power to build relationships, relieve pressure and embrace opportunities. Tracy Brower, PhD shares how, via Forbes: https://bit.ly/323yCsN

🥇 The Steelcase Series 1 Chair has been ranked #1 for Best Office Chairs of 2020! It's easy to see why it's a winner as being customizable, high quality and most importantly, comfortable. Not just for the office either, this chair is perfect for working at home.

The best office chairs of 2020 In an effort to discover which office chairs are actually comfortable, we spent more than a month testing 11 different options varying in price, function and style. In the end, two chairs sat comfortably at the top for us.