It can be hard to figure out what to wear to the office when it's 30+ degrees out. Luckily wearing your NUMI to work can help keep your body temperature cool while still wearing an amazing outfit to work! Some tips for choosing what to wear are look for lightweight fabrics, choose breezy silhouettes and wear a one piece outfit.

Look for Lightweight Fabrics

Try a Breezy Silhouette

Don't wear a fitted shirt, wear a shirt that has more flow and will move with any breeze that comes your way while you're on your way to the office. Try our Relaxed Scoop Bamboo T-Shirt it has a breezy silhouette, is made out of bamboo and can be dressed up or down!

Only Wear One Piece 

Let us know your go-to work outfit's for when it's extremely out outside in the comments below!

xx, NUMI

Don’t set goals, set systems

A goal is one achievement while a system is the process that leads to that goal. If you use systems it will lead to real results.

Be a good story teller

If you are selling something, you have to be able to communicate it clearly and in an intelligent way.

Stay a step ahead of your critics

You want to be prepared for any questions or doubts that your critics may have.

Have buffers in your schedule

Schedule empty blocks of time (an hour a day) in your calendar to ensure you have some me-time and to take a breather.

Give credit to others

You can make yourself look good by noticing other people’s accomplishments and making them happy.

What are your tips for standing out at work? Let us know in the comments below!

Lunch is often the one meal we eat away from the home - whether on-the-go, at the office or pick up from the food court. This often leads to unnecessary waste and spending you can avoid with a bit of pre-planning. 

Making and packing a lunch in the morning can save you time and money, a few dollars a day can add up and who knows pay for a short vacay away from the office! We have a few great solutions to get your lunch from the kitchen to the office hassle free, with little to no waste:

Lunch Containers

Takenaka Bento Box - are a colourful way to pack your on the go lunch, in a variety of colours and sizes these expandable lunch containers come in a variety of sizes and are useful for just about every snack you will take for the day. (~$38)

Planet Box - is a stainless steel Lunch Box, designed to separate your snacks allowing you to put just about any snack in the box. With a buckle closure, you know your food is going to stay put and not end up all over your bag before lunch! (~$40)

Lunch Wraps and Bags

Abeego Food Wrap - a beeswax food wrap is a green alternative to plastic wrap. Keeping your food fresh, this wrap can be folded into snack bags or used to wrap pieces of fruits or vegetables to keep them fresh for your lunch. ($15 to $18)

Re-Zip - these reusable plastic snack bags offer the convenience of a Ziploc, without the waste of one! Throw in your snack, seal it shut and throw in the dishwasher at the end of the day for your next pack lunch. (~$12/2)

Water Bottles

Ban.do - a silicone coated glass water bottle, will keep your water cool (and you!) A bottle that no one else in the office will have will ensure no one is reaching for your bottle by accident. The perfect size to throw in your purse, and cute enough to keep stationed on your desk throughout the day. ($28)

Swell - a stainless steel water bottle with just about any print you can think off to suit your style! In a range of sizes to suit your water consumption needs (or coffee with the 12 hours it can keep your drink warm), these bottles are lightweight and again can double as a desk accessory. ($25 - $45)

Lunch Bags

Kate Spade - Who doesn't want a lunch bag from our favourite quirky designer Kate Spade! An upgrade from the paper bag, this will keep you waste free and with the polka dotted linen exterior with gold detailing, we really don't mind. ($30)

Baggu - this multi-purpose mesh bag, can be folded into a pouch post lunch hour and can double as your grocery bag on your way home. Available in a range of colours (to match your BentoBox of course!), these lightweight bags are washable in case any spills or stains occur during lunch hour. ($8-$14)

With our winter reads completed, it's time to update our bookshelf and office motivation! Check our what we'll be reading this spring and have on hand for inspiration, motivation and a good laugh!

New Year, Same Trash

From comedian and blogger Samantha Irby, this short will be sure to bring a laugh and smile throughout the read. Sympathizing with all the New Year Resolutions that never really had a chance, you will read and learn that you are certainly not alone!

The Rules Do Not Apply

A memoir about a 38-year-old writer Ariel Levy - you go through the story and adventure of her life. Challenging and pushing the traditional boundaries and rules she knew, you explore how she approaches and tackles the adventure of work, love, and womanhood.

Oh, The Meetings You'll Go To! (April 18)

Forget your childhood reads by Dr. Suess, we have Dr. Suit on our shelves now! A parody on a classic milestone read, we now learn the reality of the "real world." Exploring the day to day events of a 20-something, we explore the hardships, the excitement and the honesty of our days! Welcome new interns or employees with a giggle and feel good moment!

21 Life Changing Rituals

This self-help book focuses on the daily practices that shape us, motivate us and encourage our daily actions and thoughts. Theresa Cheung writes 7 Morning Rituals, 7 Afternoon Rituals, and 7 Evening Rituals to build into your daily routine and promote a positive change in the day-to-day emotional stages of the day. Inspire the staff to switch up their daily routine, and try adding new rituals and feel good moments into their day.

How to Be a Bawse: A Guide to Conquering Life (March 28)

Who doesn't want to learn how to be a real 'Bawse' by one of Youtube's top influencers Lilly Singh? Her definition of a 'Bawse': a person who exudes confidence, reaches goals, gets hurt efficiently, and smiles genuinely because they’ve fought through it all and made it out the other side. Written in a bold and hilarious tone, this book will inspire, motivate and prove the realities of making it and succeeding in whatever you and your team are on to.

Morning's aren't for everyone, and we get that! We looked at the morning routines of successful women to find the best tricks to get a head start on your day and tackle your mornings head on.

Rise and Shine

The earlier you are to rise, the more prepared and awake you will be to begin your morning routine. If you aren't a morning person, slowly adjusting your schedule to wake up 10 minutes earlier each week until your ideal time is a great place to begin. 

Drink up!

Skip the coffee as your immediate morning drink, warm water with lemon is a great way for your body to cleanse itself and wake up. 

Get a boost of energy

Fitting in a quick workout in the am will get you ready for the day and give yourself that kick of energy you need, especially on those slow mornings. If you can't fit in your entire workout, try a 20-minute run or walk or a quick 10-minute core workout or full body circuit. More of a yoga person? Roll out your mat and do a routine to get the day started.

Mind over Matter 

Take 5 to 10 minutes after your workout to meditate. Reflecting on the past, the present and the future will put you in the state of mind to get the best out of your day. Your choice of meditation is going to differ from one another, so find a way that works for you and add it to your morning routine.

Prioritize the Day

Write a to-do list (or mentally jot it down if you aren't a "list" person) and prioritize what you need to get done in the day to feel accomplished.

and let the day begin!

Spring cleaning time is here, and lets not forget one of the spaces we spend most of our days. A clean desk and organized workspace has been proven to increase your productivity and overall positivity. 

Keep a calendar in visible view 

Skip double booking yourself, or missing on meetings because you lost the piece of paper you wrote the important notice on. Instead keep a calendar in view, where you can stay on top of your meetings, appointments and deadlines.

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Only put necessities at view

There are a million and one desk supplies one can keep on their desk, and for that reason only keep the most important things on the desk. Think pens (in an assortment of colours), stapler, memo pad and whatever else you find yourself reaching for on a regular basis. We find when our desk supplies match, it gives the illusion of less clutter.

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Bins can be your BFF

It is near impossible to not have paperworks and documents lying all over the place during the work week, but do yourself a favour and keep it organized. Use bins or magazine holders to keep certain papers together and clear up some desk space (so you can actually get to work!)

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Don't use the office as an extension of your closet

We all stash extra layers and shoes in the office during winter, however, with spring now on the horizon we can finally say goodbye to these. We no longer need the pair of old boots incase we get hit with a mid day snow storm, or the 8 scarves and hats we keep leaving at the office. Take them home, they'll clear up space (we promise!)

Mug hoarder no more

On the same note of putting things back where they belong - the same goes for your dishes and mugs. Its like back in your college days when you would hoard unwashed dishes in your room until you had no other choice! Take the 3 unwashed mugs and 2 smoothie cups to the kitchen and rinse them out. Its alright to keep your favourite mug on the desk for coffee break, but don't over do it!

Our coffee break mugs 1, 2, 3

With the weather warming up and the sun finally shining through the clouds, its time to get ready for spring. We've rounded up the top 5 trends to add to your weekly wardrobe to get you spring time ready. 

1. Statement Bags

As we have come to learn, keeping a wardrobe composed of essentials and wardrobe staples will ensure you don't have to repurchase and create excessive amounts of garment waste each season. This is when you can have some fun with your accessories! Statement bags are all the fun this Spring season. Try colourful prints, bold colours, loud statements or quirky patches to spice up an outfit or just have some fun on the way to work.

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2. Embellished Denim

You can get creative with this one, trade in your ripped boyfriend denim this season and get an embellished pair to add some flare to the traditional jeans + tee combo! Or give your old jeans a much needed DIY - grab a sewing needle, some pearls, a bottle of wine and some girlfriends for a crafty night in! If you aren't a fan of the pearls - have a go at sequins, paint, patches or fabric stripes.

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3. Sheer Layers

Pull out your sheer shirts and have some fun. Instead of layering a nude Nudy underneath them, try a black one for added contrast. Or skip the under layer all together and layer a tank over top the sheer top. For fun layering as the weather warms up, throw on your favourite slip dress, tank or graphic tee and grab a sheer dress, sweater or open style jacket to add a light layer as a styling focal point.

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4. Layered Dresses

You can pull out some of your favourite dresses a few weeks early with this trend. Layer long tunics and loose fitting dresses over your work pants or straight leg jeans for a weekend casual look. Long dresses with side or front slits are perfect for layering, or a long button up with the buttons un done half way down. 

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5. Ruffles

An updated twist on the classic 16th century style, Ruffles are making a comeback in a subtle and sophisticated way. Small ruffles on the chest and necklines of shirts and blouses are a way you can incorporate it into your work week wardrobe. Look for sweatshirts or dresses with them for everyday wear. Don't want to commit to added volume on the chest? Look for tops that have tiered ruffle sleeves or body for a fun, swinging look. 

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Whether you are looking for your next adventure, or a way to stay connected with everyone you meet, LinkedIn is an amazing platform for professional relationships. Invest the time to create a profile for yourself that will stand out amongst the crowd and represent you professionally.

Here is 5 quick tips to make a killer LinkedIn profile, and ensure that you are using all the platform has to offer for your benefit:

1. Add Personality to Your Copy

Instead of copy and pasting the text from your CV or resume, when you write your position descriptions add some personality and conversational elements into them. You want to attract someones attention, and intrigue them enough to continue reading or reach out to you. 

Keep the position descriptions brief, and focus on highlighting the important tasks you endured in the positions and the main accomplishments you achieved during this time.

2. Get a Real Headshot

This is the first thing a recruiter will see when looking at your profile. Don’t crop a photo from a vacation 5 years ago! Grab a friend and your smartphone (a camera is even better and take some new headshots for one another. Try and avoid the serious power pose, and try a subtle smile -  it shows you are friendly and recruiters will see this as inviting.

3. Keywords can be Your BFF

The list of keywords you build into your profile will differ depending on the industry you work in. Make a list that is relevant to the position you currently hold or hope to achieve, and incorporate these into your position descriptions, summary and profile headline. These keywords is what recruiters will use to scan profile pages on LinkedIn and will result in a high chance of your page showing up.

When adding them into your position descriptions, be sure you are not overusing them and only incorporate relevant ones to the position and responsibilities you held. Try and build 1 to 2 into each piece of text and be sure to not be repetitive with the same keywords.

4. Keep it Up-to-Date

No one wants to see a profile with your last position dating back to 2009, when you've still been working! Make sure that your positions are up to date as well as your headline listing your current position or career goal. Keep you profile summary relevant as well, whether it changes based on personal or career achievements as well as your goals and current responsibilities.

Make your profile accessible and easy for recruiters and connections to get in contact with you to. Listing an email address they can use to contact or link your social media profiles for recruiters and other industry members to get a hold of you or you can use to showcase your work on. 

5. Make Connections

Keeping track of business cards, or trying to remember the name of the person you met days before at the networking event can be a challenge with everything else you have going on during the week. Instead, at the time of the meeting or just after, take out your phone and open up LinkedIn and add the connection so you can stay in contact. 

Build your networking circle and keep in touch with the people that you meet. Staying up to date on what they are up to can also help you in the long run when it comes to trying a new adventure or helping you take on a big responsibility at the office. 

BEYONCE

Diane Von Furstenberg

Oprah Winfrey

 Meg Whitman

Malala Yousafzai

Hillary Clinton

Amelia Earhart

Nudy Patooty xx

When events call for 'Business Casual', the list of questions that come to mind in regards to what we can wear seems never ending. Is dark denim acceptable? Do I need a jacket layered over this blouse? Is a heeled boot okay?

To make your next 'Business Casual' event less stressful we have some do's and don'ts to keep in mind!

Do

Keep at least one element from your daily work wardrobe. (ie. Trouser, button down shirt, blazer, wool skirt etc.)

Don't

Wear your weekend casual sneakers to work, instead opt for a loafer or oxford. Both are flat and can be just as comfy as a sneaker, without the weekend wear.

Do

Add some personality to your outfit. This is the time when you can get away with a bit more colour or print in your wardrobe. However, don't overdo it. Stick to 1 focal piece and use neutrals to complement the others.

Don't

Go sleeveless. If you wear a sleeveless top or dress, layer a lightweight jacket or cardigan on top. 

Do

Steam or iron your outfit. Just because they hinted at the word casual, it's no excuse for wrinkles and creases in your clothes.

Don't

Be afraid to trade in the crisp white button down for something else. Try a flowy fabric like silk or chiffon, or chambray for a more casual look with a suit trouser. Or swap the button down for a tee and structured jacket or a loose fitting blouse instead. 

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