Take a pause and consider a change of scenery. Take a break—or take all your work—outside. We humans innately crave connection to nature—and all the health-infusing, mood-boosting benefits it offers. According to growing research, spending more time outdoors is good for our health.
Daily exposure to natural light affects our circadian rhythms, which impact the length and quality of our sleep. Being in nature—even as little as five hours a month, or roughly 10 minutes a day—will help us feel happier and more connected to the world around us. The payoff is that being outdoors inspires more collaboration and creativity.
Providing areas for collaboration, socializing, restoration, and focus will help create the kinds of experiences that draw people to the workplace. The essence and the DNA of a company's brand is directly tied to an employee’s experience in to the workplace, as well as its organizational culture and community.