Office workers are sometimes so engrossed in their work or are too busy to beat the deadlines that they don’t even get to stand up and move their muscles for five straight hours! This can greatly affect your posture, especially if you’ve been hunching back or slouching for that long. Here are some great stretches to do in your office without actually getting up. Nifty, huh?

1. The Finger Stretch

Typing or writing for hours can put stress on your fingers and hands. To do this, you can:

Spread out your fingers evenly. Make sure your fingers are straight until you feel the stretch. Your hand should be aligned with your wrist. You can hold this for 10 seconds. Bend the end and middle knuckles slowly and hold this for 10 seconds.

2. Forearm and Bicep Stretch

Extend your arm right in front of you.Pull your fingers back with your palms almost up with your other hand. Repeat with the other hand.

3. Twisted Shoulder Stretch

After the Forearm and Bicep Stretch, maintain your arm’s position and cross your arms. Lock your fingers and press your palms together. Your palms should be facing away from each other. Bow your head, almost putting it between your arms. Relax your neck and feel the stretch.

4. Shoulder Shrugs

Place arms at your sides and pull your shoulder up towards your ears. Roll them backwards slowly for 2-3 seconds. Repeat for 8-12 for 3 sets. Then roll them forwards for the same reps and sets.

5. Trunk Twist

With your feet flat on your floor, place your hands on your side, either on your leg or on the arm rest. Twist your upper body towards one side, support this position using your hands. Make sure you don’t deepen the stretch to the point that you’re uncomfortable. Hold for 10-15 seconds and repeat for the other side.

Stretches can refresh your mind and body after hours of typing. Make sure you get up, walk around or stretch after sitting for an hour or less to keep your muscles active.

Wireless technology has been so important in our lives to a point where we almost can’t work without our laptops, mobile phones or some WiFi. A wireless computer mouse does not only get rid of all the cluttered wires, it also helps you keep mobile while doing your work. You don’t have to be tied to your desk all the time to have something accomplished.

Well, why don’t you do your job in style with these 10 craziest and cutest wireless mice designs we’ve found all around the internet?

10. Lady Bug Mouse – this will definitely keep you awake the whole time! Think you’re holding an insect, huh? Is it a mouse or a lady bug?

Source: Alibaba

9. This little mouse doesn’t just live up to its name. It is high speed and supports up to a transfer rate 480Mbps! This mouse is real fast!

Source: Winstartec

8. Whoever thinks that Hello Kitty isn’t cute must be blind! This super adorable Hello Kitty Wireless Mouse is a perfect gift for the young and for the young at heart.

Source: Lightinthebox

7. Does it honk when you double click? Take control of your desktop with this sleek 3 button USB wireless sports car mouse. Blue LED headlights and red rear taillights make this Tuscan replica hot!

6. This isn’t as flashy as the others, but the SmartNav mouse from Natural Point let’s you control your mouse using your head. How cool is it to never have to strain your wrist?

5. Some of you might be missing the Nintendo. Although this hasn’t been made by Nintendo just yet, this NES inspired mouse was designed by a Nintendo fan for a school project. Even the non-geeks are clamouring for this mouse!

4. Are you a self-proclaimed princess? You’ll love Juicy Couture-inspired mouse comes with a pink and gold with a crown logo. Be prissy with this perfect little thing.

3. If you’re a fan of very old-fashioned toys, try the Sustail wireless mouse. You just have to wind it up to give your mouse power – no need to plug it on your computer. Everyone will love this energy-saving and very modern spin.

2. Is it a mouse or a spoon? These Elecom mice are pretty compact and weighs around 115g only.

1. Are your hands occupied? Footime Mouse can be controlled by your feet, leaving your hands free for “other things”.

Shop at Gorillacube.com for other cute and crazy wireless mouse ideas.

The workplace can sometimes become too detached, impersonal or monotonous. Sometimes, you don’t even know your workmate that well – who’s, by the way, been working beside you for the last couple of months. That’s why when we celebrate the holidays, we tend to get the generic Happy Thanksgiving or the Merry Christmas card. For birthdays or weddings, we get flowers or some impersonal couple rings.

At Gorillacube, we recommend that you try our custom bobble heads to break the chain of this “impersonalized” gift giving. They are on extreme deal at Gorillacube for $69.99. They are customized, personalized and guaranteed to make your officemate or boss feel like you know them so well!

We have customized couple bobble heads, wedding couples, rockstars, beach babes, cops, firemen, Hurry, buy now to save a whopping $30!  Now you can order your boss a custom bobble head of his own, which may resemble a monster, but should look like him anyway. Hahaha!

Have you dreamed of becoming a rockstar all your life but seem to be stuck on your cube? (I know, it’s frustrating!). Although you can’t be Jimi Hendrix, because his mad skillz are totally out-of-this-world and he’s THE God of Rock, you can feel like him with your very own Jimi Hendrix Miniature Guitar. Gorilla cube is officially selling a Jimi Hendrix Psychedelic Flying V Miniature Guitar Replica Collectible for only $24.99!

Doesn’t that make you feel like a rockstar?

If you’re feeling the 80’s metal vibe, try the Angus Young AC/DC Axe Miniature Guitar Replica Collectible for $21.99. This collectible miniature guitar is a replica of Angus Young’s trademark Axe. The lead guitarist of Australian hard rock band is rarely seen with another guitar.

If you just wanna chill with your guitar’s laid back acoustics, get Eric Clapton / Famous “Blackie” Miniature Guitar Replica for $21.99. The original guitar is one of the world’s most influential guitars. The original became Clapton’s main guitar during the 70’s and 80’s. Blackie sold at a 2004 Christie’s auction that benefited the Crossroads Centre for almost one million dollars. Clapton was a founding member of 60’s rock band Cream. You might also be interested in the Paul McCartney Original Bass Miniature Guitar Replica Collectible. The original was hand-crafted to honor the Legendary Beatles guitarist Paul McCartney. Paul’s original bass of choice. Notice the details of this left handed bass. This is a very rare and unique solid wood miniature.

Unfortunately, Replica miniature guitars and drums are not playable even though they look so great.
Our hand-crafted miniature guitars are collectibles to see and feel, but not to hear. Each 1:4-scale replica is approximately 9-10 inches in length. Comes in gift box with adjustable display stand.

Whenever a new year starts, writing down brand new goals and resolutions for the coming twelve months is a sort of religion for most people. New resolutions are not just for your personal life – new directions and goals are also written to improve your work life and career.

Do you feel like you’re working too much? Or do you think that you’re slacking a bit and you let opportunities pass you by?

Here are some tips in writing your resolutions:

1. Are you doing what you love?

If you love your work, most likely, you’re going to be motivated, happy and successful. Over 80,000 managers base their interviews on these questions that defined happy and motivated workers:

1. Do I know what is expected of me at work?
2. Do I have the materials and equipment I need to do my work right?
3. At work, do I have the opportunity to do what I do best every day?

(From Marcus Buckingham and Curt Coffman of the Gallup organization)

If you’re not motivated on going back to work after the long Holiday break, you might like to rethink your options. Is it time for a career change, a fresh start or maybe a shift in management?

2. Do you have enough “Me Time”?

Work can be very demanding and you can get really caught up in the work load every single minute of your day. Plus, it’s not just the work load, you also have your home life to deal with. An accumulation of these can be very stressful and can take its toll on you. Remember to make time for yourself – exercise, do your own nails, play computer games, blog, enjoy ice cream, watch a movie at home or experiment with a new recipe. This is a great breather and will make you feel like you have a life.

3. Are you learning something new?

Is your career proving to  be fruitful? Your career should be paving the way for self-improvement and if your job helping you learn something new everyday, then you are in the  right direction. But if your brain is becoming a little stagnant, you might wanna think about what you can do to up your skills.

4. Are you expanding your network?

Sometimes, the phrase “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know,” holds true especially in getting jobs and improving your career. Try to go to seminars, workshops or socialize more in company parties – you’ll never know who you’ll meet!

5. What’s the next step?

You should ask yourself where you want to see yourself after a year. Do you see yourself still working on the same job or do you see yourself getting that manager position? Going to the next level in your career depends on what you want to achieve. Write down your 5-year goal and break it down to short -term objectives.

Tip: A well-decorated and organized desk and office is a great way to start your 2010. Try to redecorate your work space with funky yet functional accessories like a wireless mouse, cute lifelike cubicle pets, custom bobble heads, or some Bamboo furniture.

Are you tired of your boring black mouse? Or do you want to spice up your cubicle with a new funky mouse? Lightening up your desk will definitely bring up your productivity levels – it will make you feel good while working as well!

One of Gorilla Cube’s hot products, Wireless Mice, is perfect for improving your desk space. Roadmice is a brand of wireless mice which caters to car lovers and speed junkies. Although you won’t be able to speed away in your office, these wireless car mice come different designs: Ford GT, Mustang, Camaro and other auto brands.

The Wall Street Journal published an article about Trevor Kaufman and Nick Worth, co-founders of Schematic, a digital-branding agency responsible for Target.com and some Nike ads. Despite having a number of big-time clients, Mr. Kaufman doesn’t prefer the old-school uniform for chief executives. Lawyers, finance people, salesmen and bridegrooms are usually expected to arrive in crisp suits. But when you’re in the field of creative or high-tech businesses, a suit can be seen as old-fashioned and out-of-sync.

CEO casual is seen mostly on young people, but not wearing a suit doesn’t cut it anymore. Although for most professionals who are still living in the dark ages, drabby clothes and the traditional suit still rule the boardroom. For people working in the creative industry such as advertising, in marketing, music or the entertainment industry, it’s all about presenting a modern, creative message. Well, it makes sense knowing that you’d be working with people who are in charge of product rebranding and presenting something creatively.

“When people wear suits in the music business, it feels like they’re not insiders,” says Anni Sarah Lam, CEO of Parc Landon, a Houston-based music, sports and entertainment agency with clients including rapper 50 Cent and David Beckham.

Crisp jeans, modern blazers, trendy jackets and made-to-measure shirts are replacing the old suit. Actually, the power lies within the individual’s ability to decide what he/she wants to wear and that corporate dress codes don’t apply anymore.

Your dress code speaks volumes about how you work, and so does your office space. Get fun office accessories to suit that CEO casual style!

*Images taken from Getty Images

Brilliant Frames, the brand that brought us lovely no-nails, no hooks, no-hammers, no-hassle photo frames, is now on sale at Gorilla Cube! Its actually the first nail-less picture framing system in the world, using the Velcro attachment system. The following products are available on the website:

1. The Brilliant Frame Starter Kit, which retails for $80.00, but is now on sale at the introductory price of $39.90!

2. It also comes with a Brilliant Frames Booster Pack, including (4) frames in your choice of size and color, plus a Brilliant Connector Kit complete with (12) Connectors. They come in different colors – blue, pink, yellow, white and black.

3. Plus, the Matting Enhancement Pack includes an 8×10 Mat in Black, White and Buttercup; a 5×7 Mat in Black, White and Buttercup; and a 4×6 Mat in Black, White and Buttercup—that’s a total of (9) different mats for an endless supply of design options!

These Brilliant Frames can hold up to 20 photos and is perfect for your walls, desk, table or shelf. Plus they come in different sizes and colors. Neat, huh?

One of our amazing products, the Mug Boss, got featured on Surviving the Cubicle! Cubicle Survivor, the blogger who wrote the feature, started it off with:

“Everybody should have a Mug Boss. No cubicle jockey should be without one. This fun desk accessory will not only help organize your desktop, it looks great too. I was recently sent one of these desktop organizers and am making good use of it at the office.”

Order it now from Gorilla Cube for only $4.99!

Almost every home in America is connected online – shoppers are given the privilege to shop with just a few clicks. So, why is it so much better to shop through the internet?

10. Saves precious time.

We all know that time is the one thing we can’t bring back – unless you’re some sort of mad scientist, of course. You can shop online with just a few click, anytime, anywhere!

9. Less stress

When you look for the best deals online, you are at the comforts of your own home. You won’t have to drive all the way to the corner mall strip, carry bags and bags of merchandise then drive another 20 minutes back home. When you shop online, you get your goods delivered right on your doorstep without having to step outside your home.

8. No settling for leftovers

After a three-day sale, most likely, you’ll get the ugly and semi-broken products after the mall mayhem. When you shop online, you are assured that your merchandise is brand new and untouched by those crazy shoppers.

7. Avoid physical harm.

Haggling, looking for a bargain and getting great deals should never be a contact sport. Seriously.

6. Customer reviews over Sales talk

You are assured that you’re getting the best service and products through honest customer reviews. Why believe a salesperson whose trying to get a commission?

5. Never lose your coupons

You can never lose or forget an online coupon inside your car. Plus, no wasted paper!

4. Keep track of your receipts

Knowing how much you spent for the holidays is a good way to save money and keep track of your finances. After shopping online, all your transactions are sent to your e-mail. You won’t ever lose a copy! Nifty, huh?

3. Compare prices easily

When you’re looking for those classic black pumps or that perfect mobile phone, you’d be spending hours and hours of going around the shops and looking for the cheapest and best deal. However, with a few clicks and Google Product Search, those hours will turn into minutes. You have more time to spend on leisure or work.

2. Shop 24/7/365

Even when all the malls are closed, you can still get that favorite watch in the wee hours of the morning.

1. Save money on gas

Rising gas prices is a major pain. Avoid driving all the way to the mall and save that cash for the holidays.

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Top 10 Reasons Why It’s Better to Shop Online (be convinced through LOLCATS)

by Faith Basa