Most people punch in and punch out so they can put as much distance between them and their overly small cubicles. Dust, no windows, crazy neighbors and a feeling of infinite sadness would be the usual decorations that adorn these grey walls. Most would call this, by definition, a prison cell. What if there was a way to make work a bit more bearable? What if, perhaps, you may get brief relief from your pitiful work existence?
Cubicle customization is the answer! Sprucing up your living space doesn’t have to be limited to your home. Bringing a little creative flair to the place where you spend most of your time (from nine to five) does wonders.
Office decorations are always a fun and inexpensive way to make your work space tolerable. An easy way to begin your space’s metamorphosis is to start small. Colorful staplers, curious magnets and stylized office paper can really spark any employee’s interest. If you find an item that you really love, work around that one piece. If it’s a seashell candle, get some other beach themed items to match. A plastic palm tree, pineapple-shaped erasers or a Florida calendar can really get the ball rolling. Of course you need to check with your company to see what’s acceptable before you start redecorating!
Let’s review-
- Figure out how much or little you want to spend
- Check out some office supply stores/websites for pricing
- Find an item you really love (gadget, or supplies)
- Make sure what you are advertizing isn’t offensive
- Work around your first item to tie it all together with a common theme
- Collect slowly so you don’t clutter or overwhelm the area
Whether you have a lion head staple
remover or USB powered mini fridge, you’ll be the toast of the office.
Sometimes these fun pieces of frivolity can even turn into an icebreaker for
your uptight co-workers. With so many options that can fit any workspace and budget, there’s still a chance that you’ll love your cube yet. Good luck!