Desk etiquette – There’s a colour code here at TT. If it’s got a little green tag then it’s all yours to claim. These are our hot desk spaces. If it’s got a black tag with a name on then that one is already spoken for…move along buddy! If you’re new to the family and choosing your desk then you’re welcome to hop around the green spots for as long as you like. Or until you turn into Goldilocks and find your forever home. Just remember if you’re on a green desk then you need to pack up and take everything with you at the end of the day!
Headphone code – This is pretty informal but if you’re looking to meet new people then it might be helpful. 2 ears on means I’m busy and probably not chatty right now. 1 ear on means I’m working but distractible, could probably answer a question. And if there’s no headphones then anything is possible so try a friendly ‘Hello’ and see what happens. And if you’re really not sure then grab someone when they get up for a cuppa. The kitchen is always a good place to meet people.
Breakout space – If you need a bit of peace and quiet. Or you’re going to be a bit noisy for a while then why not book the free meeting space. It’s got all you need with comfy sofas, a big table, whiteboard and projector. It’s easy to book it on the website, or if you’re in the office you can easily nab your time on the Tablet by the door. It’s free to members so fill your boots!
Grab a coffee – The kitchen is free to use. We’ve got posh coffee, a big range of teas, cheap coffee (because there’s no accounting for taste) and all kinds of sugar and stuff to go in it. Milk is in the fridge. We try to keep dairy and oat on hand but if you need something else then the fridge is big enough for all of us. If you’re hungry then there’s a microwave to heat up something yummy or room in the fridge freezer to keep it cold. We’ve got mugs, plates and bowls galore and there’s even a handy dishwasher to help you keep things shiny and clean. There’s no long suffering Mother to the ThinqTanq Family though so make sure you clean up after yourself!
Desk friends – You will find most of the desks here have desk friends, the leafy green oxygen making kind. They’re great to talk things over with or to stare at when you’re daydreaming but please don’t water them (or feed them after midnight because we all know what happens when you do that). You’re also welcome to add to the little green family if you’ve got a favourite to bring in from home!
The wall of stuff – There is a wall of stuff on the right as you come into the main space. There’s a big printer and photocopier which you’re welcome to make use of while you’re with us. There is also an area with general stationary type bits and bobs like staplers, hole punches, paperclips, envelopes, scissors and the like. These are open to all as part of your membership but if you use the last of something or something do let us know.
Suggestion box – Did we miss a trick? Did something run out? We have a suggestion box for just such an occasion. You will find it by the printer on the wall of stuff. It’s the yellow box that says “Suggestions” on it. Previous successful suggestions have included. A table tennis kit. New posher coffee machine. Bouncy balls for chairs… the sky’s the limit so go wild. Or just leave something to make us snigger when we open it!