Pantry Insights

90,000 hours. That’s the estimated amount of time we spend at work, roughly one-third of our lives.

That’s a staggering number to contemplate, but if you find a job you really enjoy doing, you will never have to work a day in your life, at least according to Mark Twain.

For those just entering the workforce or those who have been at this for a while, life at work has its particular joys, from the camaraderie we feel toward our colleagues to the feeling of satisfaction of a job well done. And those joys and everything in between fuel employee engagement — the holy grail that employers strive for. After all, an organization’s success is in large part dependent on its employees’ happiness at work.  A simple way to generate such engagement? A well-stocked office pantry.

More about our pantry insights report

An organization’s success is dependent on the happiness and engagement of its people. Something as simple as a well-stocked office pantry can promote a positive workplace culture, create a sense of inclusiveness and belonging, and give employees a place to take a break and recharge. These days with historically low unemployment levels, it’s ever more important to recruit and retain employees, and an office pantry can be an important piece of the work-life balance. It’s not just a place for snacks and beverages; it’s a place where your people feel valued and seen, where their well-being is being looked after. Read our report for more insights.