Our 2020 flexible working survey conducted in January found over two-thirds (67 per cent) of UK employees are currently not offered flexible working in their role, but wish it was available to them. It was surprising to see this reflected by UK businesses. Despite the demand from workers, our survey found that 40 per cent […]
Take the fear out of video
Have you ever been in the scenario when you join a meeting and woah, the first thing you’re greeted with is your own, rather wild looking face? This can be unexpected but ultimately nothing to fear (even if you’re a little camera shy). A recent survey we carried out looked at webcam attitudes and found […]
Flexible working: What’s changed?
Flexible working legislation was introduced a whole 5 years ago (time flies), to be precise in June 2014. So, what’s changed I hear you ask. We’ve got you covered, so buckle in for a whirlwind journey exploring the world of flexible working. A quick refresher (Ahh!) First things first, what is flexible working (no it’s […]
5 ideal ways to take a break at work
It’s common sense that taking a break from the daily grind is important for rebooting your mind and energy. But research shows that the way in which we take a work break, and how often we do, can make a huge difference to our productivity. The brain is a muscle that tires out from repeated […]
Hosted PBX vs On-Premise PBX Blog
PowWowNow > Products and Features > Hosted and on-premise PBX – What’s the difference? What’re the benefits? And what’s right for you? There are two ways to implement a PBX VoIP phone system in your business: on-premises or hosted. The question is, what’s the difference between the two? And how do you choose the best […]
How to lead a conference call
A conference call is like a country: if it doesn’t have a leader, it all goes to pieces. So let’s assume you’ve been elected President of the Republic of Conference Calls. How do you keep things running smoothly when you’re on a call, without being a dictator or risking a revolution? Or in other words: […]
Tips for working from home during the Coronavirus crisis
Tips for working from home during the Coronavirus crisis The Coronavirus outbreak has completely turned the world on its head and the severity of the situation is only looking to increase. One of the most drastic developments for the working world is the rise in people having to work from home. This may be new […]
Methods of increasing your productivity
A common problem in today’s busy society is how to maintain a good work/life balance and ensure that the former doesn’t encroach on the latter. A good way to avoid this is to remove any temptation to stay late by increasing productivity during the working day. In our attempt to make life as easy as […]
The future of online meetings
The imminent implementation of 5G and relentless tech advancements forebode (sounds ominous) some very exciting times ahead for online meetings. So, here at PowWowNow we are dusting off our crystal ball and exploring what the future holds. Is anyone going to bother coming into the office anymore? Are workplaces going to become completely digital? Is […]
How to remote screen share when you’re on the move
It’s easier than ever to have meetings and collaborate with your colleagues when you’re on the move, thanks to remote screen sharing and conference calls. You could be on your way to a client meeting, working from home or travelling the globe and still easily chat to your workmates and clients and show them what […]