We are surrounded by sound these days. From the hum of traffic outside to the buzz of the people around us. Many even try to drown out the noise with sound of their own, popping in earbuds to listen to their favorite music or white noise app instead of what’s around them.
But what effect does sound have on our productivity and creativity? The answer may surprise you!
Sound and productivity
Ask anyone who works in an open office space about productivity and background noise, and chances are you’ll get an earful about whoever decided open office spaces were the solution. Workers often cite the background noise as a top complaint in this style of office. With so many now working in these distracting situations, researchers have begun taking a closer look at how noise and distractions may affect our productivity.
Findings suggest it may be more complicated than we think. Essentially it boils down to just the right level of noise in the right location to improve creative thinking ability. Specifically, studies have found:
How to boost productivity in a noisy world
Increasing productivity and creativity with just the right space can be challenging in today’s noisy world. These tips can help:
Let sound change your productivity for the better with the right strategies and tools.
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