Fall has arrived, bringing with it the beloved pumpkin spice latte season. As we settle into the back-to-school routine and prepare for the holidays ahead, employee's perspectives on work-life balance are evolving. As reviewed in this week's industry leader articles, it's crucial for companies to prioritize employee well-being, a key tool for empowering team members. Neglecting well-being can significantly impact worker motivation, and subsequently, productivity and creativity.
Additionally, as a North American company, The Collective is proud to celebrate Canada's National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th. Thanks to the generosity of the employees and The Collective's donation matching program, we have raised nearly $1000 for the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto.
Read on for news articles about practical tips and insights that you can implement in workplace design and the latest and greatest from The Collective!
What We're Specifying
Solutions to maximize acoustics and add an artistic flair into any space. All products are NRC rated to effectively absorb sound and minimize echoes. Acoustics can provide an acoustic solution for lobbies, open offices, public spaces, and meeting areas. Increase privacy by reducing sound transmission between working areas to create a more comfortable and focused work environment.
Teknion Architectural Complements
The acoustics program consists of sound absorbing panels and tiles that mount to conventional construction. Sound absorption improves acoustic clarity within group meetings and teleconferencing situations, while increasing concentration during critical tasks.
Some of our favorite new projects that we've completed
Browse photos of our project Snowflake's San Mateo office, designed as a flexible environment to accommodate various working styles. Universally snow-themed, there are unexpected moments incorporated into the design that occur throughout the space, with the intent to create a sense of curiosity. We're so proud of this fun project!
The latest and greatest we're sharing and reading in the industry
Employee Highlight: Sarah-Jane Smith, Team Lead, CAD Specialist
SJ has worked at The Collective Toronto for 5 years as a Team Lead, CAD Specialist. Her role is to assign projects to the CAD team, mentor them, and ensure accurate specifications leading to client satisfaction.
Teknion's Smooth Felt Hoodie Screen provides a softly curved enclave for a desk, a little huddle space that feels private yet welcoming. Inspired by the cozy hoodie we all wear at home, its familiar comfort and relaxed posture is echoed in the Smooth Felt.
Wellbeing, flexibility and work-life balance top most employeesâ wish list in 2023
The Mindspace Employee Wellbeing Data Report found that nearly 9 in 10 employees think it's important for workplaces to offer wellbeing support, and 82 percent expect help with work-life balance. This shows that employees are now focusing more on their mental and physical health. Flexible working hours were the most valued benefit, followed by location flexibility, free healthy meals, more days off, better health insurance, and on-site gyms.
Kristen Larkin and Elma Milanovic of FitzGerald share the four pillars that will help organizations reimagine their workplaces to meet the needs of today.
Thanks to the incredible generosity and support of many of our team members, we have successfully raised nearly $500 for the Indigenous Spirit Fund, which is the fundraising arm of Native Child and Family Services of Toronto (NCFST), Canada's largest Indigenous non-profit multi-service organization. With the company's matching contribution, we've raised almost $1,000 together!