Connecting Over Caffeine: Yes, Coffee Can Help Facilitate Better Workplace InteractionsA recent survey done by Nespresso Professional found that 86% of employees feel more productive at work following a coffee break.
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Entrepreneurs: ever wonder about how you couldencourage better interactionsbetween people at the workplaces that you run?
Well, here's one thing you could do: make sure you're offering better coffee in your offices!
Yes, you read that right.
According toa recent survey done by Nespresso Professional,75% of managers said that they'd provide quality coffee over any other office environment changes (including the ever-popular open plan layout) to help facilitate better conversations within the offices they lead. This shouldn't come as much of a surprise, especially since the coffee machine is fast replacing the water cooler (or any other area, really) for chats and catch-ups among people in an office.
But it's not just about the tête-à-tête- be it to simply fuel one's creativity, or even to just go the extra mile when it comes to completing a task (86% of employeesfeel more productive at workfollowing a coffee break), the right cup of coffee can do wonders, especially when it is of sustainable quality.
Here are a few ideas on the various kinds of coffee you can enjoy, depending on your preference:
> For a proper caffeine fix, go for a blend with a higher Robusta content- and preferably in a longer cup. My suggestion would be theNespresso Guatemala- you won't regret it.
> Want an indulgent moment for yourself? Lose yourself in the delicious, harmonious notes of theNespresso Caramel Crème Brûlée。(注:不客气。)
> Like your coffee with milk? Look no further than theNespresso Chiaro- this epicurean pairing is the one the coffee and milk lovers are all looking for.
Related:Five Ways To Enhance Your Organization's Employee Experience
