Here Are 7 Ways To Spruce Up Your Office And Get More Done

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It's always enjoyable to spruce up one's workplace, whether it's a traditional office or one's own home.

If you have a full-time job that requires you to spend 40 hours or more per week in an office, it's only natural that you might find spending so much time in front of the same walls to be a bit monotonous and depressing if you don't do anything to spice things up.

Since you'll be spending so much time there, it might as well be somewhere you enjoy spending time in.

Here are seven great office decorating ideas to help you make your workplace more inviting and enjoyable so that you can get more done and have a better attitude about coming to work each day.

1) Decorate with a few flowers or a small plant.

Putting a small plant in a cubicle or office is one of my favorite ways to brighten up my day at work.

It doesn't matter if you choose a succulent, a bouquet of fresh flowers, a fake plant, or something else to brighten up your cubicle, all are good options.

Artificial Cacti in Tiny, Cube-Shaped Containers

Fake Cactus in a Pineapple Planter

Cute Little Fake Plants in Shiny Gold Containers

There's always the option to buy more than one if you like the way they look on your workstation. If it's a real one, you should water it when it needs it.  

Keep in mind that if your workplace lacks natural light, you should get a plant that can survive with less sunlight.

Second, adorn the walls

The walls of your workplace can benefit from art in a variety of forms.

Listed below are some of my personal favorites that would look great in your home and help make it more lively.

A) Images of Family and Friends

Having pictures of your friends, family, and pets around the office is a great way to remind yourself that there is more to life than work.

Put up pictures of some of your favorite times spent together (that are still appropriate for the office, of course) on your cubicle wall.

B) A Panel for Grid Walls

Cubicle walls made of fabric are great for hanging pictures and other decorations, but a wall grid panel is a great alternative.

Hang up your pictures or notes with some matching bulldog clips.

Add a grid panel tray that hangs from the ceiling and you're ready to decorate.

C) Motivational Sayings

Here are some lovely and motivational sayings that would look great in picture frames propped up against the wall on a desk or hung on a wall.

When you're having a bad day or just don't feel like trying, this will serve as a source of inspiration and drive to keep going.

Put It Into Action
[[2]] Put in the Time and Be Grateful
I Can and I Will [[3]]
She Who Takes Risks Reaps Rewards
As the saying goes, "[[5]]": "Good Things Come To Those Who Hustle."
Never Settle, [[6]]

Force the Issue

Put in the Time, Effort, and a Good Attitude to See It Through

I recommend checking out if you're looking for more fantastic artwork for your walls:

• Etsy
• Society6
• Amazon
• Zazzle

3. Serve in an adorable cup.

Starting the workday with a cup of my favorite beverage is one of my favorite things to do.

Colorful designs and inspiring quotes on cups are some of my favorites because they make me feel good and encourage me to drink more water.

In addition, they are a great way to inject some much-needed vibrancy into a dull office environment.

The Floral Tumbler

Tumbler of Strawberries

Tumbler for Coffee

Terror-Inducing Mug

To the Most Beautiful Cup Ever

I'm Hustlin' Every Day Coffee Mug

Whether it's to enjoy a cold beverage on a hot summer day or a hot beverage on a cold winter morning, I always stock up on a wide variety of cups and tumblers.

STASH THIS AWAY FOR LATER REFERENCE

Check out these tumblers if you're looking to cut costs by brewing and transporting your own coffee to work each morning.

Fourth, straighten out your work space.

The key to maximum efficiency on the job is to maximize your organizational skills.

If your desk is a hot mess full of papers and trinkets, you won't be motivated to get anything done.

If you want to avoid increased anxiety, decreased productivity, and interruptions while working, avoid bringing unnecessary items into your office.

Use these items to keep your desk neat and tidy without sacrificing its adorable aesthetic.

Many of the organizers, as can be seen, are acrylic rose gold or gold accessories that help the office look much more luxurious and beautiful.

Holder of Documents

Document Folder

Clipboard Organizer

Space-Saving Workstation Accessories

Envelope holder

Letter Tray in Kate Spade's Signature Acrylic

Holder for Pencils

SAVE ME FOR LATER BY PINKING ME

Make use of a calendar or planner.

You may have been given a day planner and a blank to-do list by your employer.

Although it probably isn't the most visually appealing thing, having a personalized planner that you look forward to using can really brighten up your day.

Day Designer is a planner made with the goal of helping its user, a strong, independent woman, live a more purposeful and fulfilling life.

Their best-selling flagship planner is a great choice if you need something to help you stay on top of your professional and personal commitments every day.

This planner is an essential tool to help you stay on top of your busy schedule because it combines form and function.

If you have to bring it with you around the office or bring it home, the sturdy cover and carefully placed gold corners will keep it safe.

To keep you motivated, it also includes a worksheet for setting goals and a selection of inspirational quotes to read each day.

In addition, they come in a wide variety of vibrant colors and eye-catching patterns, making it easy to find the perfect one for your needs.

Weekly Schedule and Organizer Pad for This Week (A4)

Schedule and To-Do List Pad for the Next Day's Activities - A5 Size

Pad Weekly Planner with Schedule and Tasks

In search of additional fantastic planners I've compiled a list of my top picks for planners to help you get your life in order and run the show like a lady boss.

6. Include a humorous calendar

You probably also received a dull office calendar along with your planner.

You don't have to use that boring calendar if you bring your own.

Put it on the wall and you'll never have to guess the date again.

Calendars for the Office, Illustrated in Watercolor

A Horizontal Botanical Annual Wall Calendar

Calendar for the Whole Year that Has a Bohemian Flavor

Wall Calendar with Seasonal Hand-Painted Illustrations

Seven, embellish with vibrant extras and tools

Don't forget to bring some accessories and supplies that are both cute and useful to make your cubicle a more pleasant place to be. The following are some suggestions:

Mice without wires

Stapler

Sticky-Note Dispensing Machine

Dispenser for Tape

Clumps of Paper

Organizer for Tissue Boxes

It's an Alcantara Mouse Pad.

Calendar

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I'm happy to hear that you found these tips for sprucing up your workspace to be helpful. How do you like to spruce up your work space so that you feel motivated to get things done? What do you think? Tell me in the comments!