Headset Express will be at the Massive Technology show in Toronto on Thursday May 8^th, 2008.

The Massive Technology Show, Sponsored in part by Yahoo, will feature the latest in technology and business in a friendly environment.Among the highlights will be speaker sessions from:

-  Yahoo-  Google-   Microsoft OSG Canada for MSN-  Globe & Mail
The keynote speakers will be Andrew Sloss, Country Manager for eBay Canada, Bill Hutchison, Executive Director, Intelligent Communities for Waterfront Toronto, and Frances Edmonds, Director of Environmental Programs, HP Canada. Of course there will be about a billion visitors and a bunch of learning sessions, too, so I think this will be a great show. For more info, check out the Massive Technology Show website or their blog.
 If you plan to attend, don’t forget to stop by the Headset Express Booth to discuss our telephone and Gaming Headset sale items.

http://www.headsetexpress.ca/When choosing an ergonomic telephone headset, it is important to choose one that is right for you. There are a just a few key points that you may want to consider when you make your next telephone headset purchase.

Do you like to stand or walk around during conference calls and telephone conversations? Then perhaps you should purchase a Wireless headset. 

If you are prone to headaches or deal with several people over the phone on a daily basis, perhaps the key feature for you is volume control.

Do you want to have an adjustable head piece for your headset or would you prefer a telephone ear piece that rests comfortably on your ear?

It is very important to choose the telephone headset that suits your needs perfectly. Choose a vendor, like Headset Express, who has a genuine desire to help promote your ergonomic health and comfort, and offers a good return policy. http://www.headsetexpress.ca/

This week’s office ergonomics tip is for the home office worker:

Often, working from home means sitting in the same position while performing repetitive tasks, often for hours. As someone who works from home, myself, I know that it is very easy to forgo breaks and take lunch at my desk, if at all. I find that it is a lot easier to skip lunch when working from home because no one is knocking on our office door inviting us out or walking past our cubicle with a freshly popped bag of popcorn.

Obviously, sitting in the same position for an extended period of time, doing the same thing over and over can wreak havoc on the back, neck, legs, and almost any other body part. To solve this problem, try making it a point to go out for lunch every day. Put down the telephone, pack a lunch and take it to the park. Go on a power walk. Eat at your favourite salad bar. The important thing is to stretch out your muscles, get some fresh air, and enjoy a stress-free lunch hour.

When you get back to “the office” you will be glad for the break.

The use of wireless headsets has increased significantly over the past several years. Whether you are operating a radio, and Ipod, a cellular phone, or just a standard telephone, there are great advantages to using them. First, they are convenient. The elimination of a cord allows you to move about freely, and the signal range is constantly increasing with advancements in technology.
Many business are even beginning to use them for various customer service positions that require employees to use the phone frequently. This allows both hands to be free so that representatives can enter the necessary information into the computer without the hindrance of a telephone receiver or the obstacle of unwanted cables. While these advantages are more for convenience, there are physical benefits of using a wireless telephone headset that can actually a significantly positive impact on one’s overall health.
In recent years, studies have shown that the use of certain wireless headsets has been shown to reduce muscle tension up to 41 percent when used with a telephone. This means that by not holding an actual telephone receiver, you are enabling freer movement of your head, neck, and even shoulders. It also frees both hands so that it is not necessary to hold the phone receiver between your head and shoulder, which significantly reduces muscle tension and allows longer job performance. This is especially important in today’s computer age where workers must often enter a wealth of information into a computer during numerous telephone calls that can last several minutes and are conducted many times throughout the day.

Using a wireless headsets for telephone work also deceases the strain placed on your hands that is caused from holding them in the same position for a long period of time. A wireless headsets, in particular, allows you to move about more freely, which makes it easier for you to type on a computer keyboard, then turn and consult paperwork without the hassle of a cord. It also allows you to get up from your desk and walk over to check files without having to put the caller on hold. This makes it easier to do your job seamlessly, and can help establish a better rapport with customers because there will be fewer interruptions. In addition, you aren’t stuck in the same position all day, and are able to stretch your arms and legs as needed. This alleviates all-around muscle tension, and promotes a better working environment.