Workplace Seating Matters

Cathie Leimbach • December 6, 2022

When employees express concern about their workplace environment, managers often tell them to focus on their own work and ignore what others are doing. A recent study by Kellogg suggests that this advice reduces company performance.

They found that those who work within 25 feet of high performer increase their productivity by 15%. And, those who start working beside a low performer have a drop of 30% in their productivity.

High performers tend to be more positive about their work so their brain sends positive vibes into the space around them. Low performers who tend to be more negative about work send out negative vibes. 

Good and bad vibes are airwaves with different wavelengths. When they enter someone else’s head as they move around a room or space, they increase or decrease the average wavelength of the vibrations in everyone’s heads, increasing or decreasing their positivity and productivity.

This study suggests that those who are working with high performers can produce 45% more results than those working around low performers. What action might you take the next time one of your employees mentions that their workmates are interfering with their performance? 

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By Cathie Leimbach • May 6, 2025
Having strong core values is like giving your company a compass. These values guide decisions, shape culture, and help everyone work toward the same goals. When employees connect with these values, both they and the company benefit in many ways. First, core values create a sense of unity. When everyone follows the same principles, teamwork becomes easier. People understand what matters and why certain choices are made. This shared understanding builds trust among coworkers. Core values also make decision-making simpler. When facing tough choices, employees can ask, "Does this align with our values?" This creates consistency across the organization and helps avoid confusion. For employees, connecting with company values brings greater job satisfaction. Working for an organization whose principles match your own feels meaningful. You're not just earning a paycheck—you're contributing to something you believe in. If your organization doesn’t have core values, or you have values on paper that are no longer relevant, click here for a tool to help you identify values that express your business principles. Companies with clear values tend to attract people who naturally fit their culture. This leads to stronger teams, less turnover, and better performance. When new hires already share your values, they adapt more quickly and stay longer. Finally, strong core values build customer trust. When a company consistently lives its values, people notice. This authenticity creates loyalty that advertising alone cannot buy.

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By Cathie Leimbach • April 29, 2025
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