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Design a one-day innovation lab, or visit the Quiet Works Innovation Lab for accelerated innovation. - [Quiet Workplace and AGATI Furniture to Create Quiet Workspace Pods](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/quiet-workplace-and-agati-furniture-create-quiet-workspace-pods/) - For Immediate Release CHICAGO — February 1, 2026 The Quiet Workplace today announced an exclusive design partnership with AGATI Furniture to develop a breakthrough category of Quiet Workspaces—personal, purpose-built environments that give professionals a protected place to think, focus, and do deep work without distraction. As organizations struggle with noise, interruptions, and workplace distractions, this - [Why We Can't Think at Work](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/why-we-cant-think-at-work/) - If you can’t think at work, you're not alone; most professionals can't. Learn how one daily hour of quiet can transform clarity, communication, and leadership. - [Quiet is the Missing Ingredient in Meetings](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/quiet-is-the-missing-ingredient-in-meetings/) - Most meetings and sales conversations benefit from an injection of quiet time. Less talking and scrolling, more listening and thinking. Here's how to do it. - [Why Leaders Must Share Crucible Stories](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/crucible-stories/) - Great leaders don't hide failures—they share them. Telling crucible stories builds credibility, connection, and makes you a leader that others want to follow - [Quiet Work: Give Your Team Permission to Think](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/quiet-work-permission-to-think/) - Quiet work is an investment and a luxury. Here's why leaders must give people permission—and space—to slow down, think deeply, and do their best work. - [Quiet Preparation: A Seller's Advantage](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/quiet-preparation-sellers-advantage/) - What if saying less—and listening more—was your greatest sales advantage? Discover the surprising power of quiet preparation. - [Coaching: How to Focus in a World of Constant Distractions](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/coaches-how-to-focus-in-constant-distractions/) - Unlock focus & productivity with proven practices for coaches overwhelmed by distractions. Start leading with intention today. #FocusFirst - [How to Avoid Distractions at Work](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/how-to-avoid-distractions-at-work/) - Learn how to avoid distractions at work and stay productive with our tips on how to manage noise and interruptions. The Quiet Workplace is a noise-free zone! - [9 Ways to Stay Focused at Work](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/9-ways-to-stay-focused-at-work/) - Learn to improve your focus at work with actionable tips to mute distractions, optimize your workspace, and harness your mind's full potential. Read more ... - [Multitasking is Bad for Your Brain](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/multitasking-is-bad-for-brain/) - Multitasking can negatively impact brain health, productivity, and business efficiency. Learn why you should reconsider the multitasking myth. - [Return-to-Office Mandates: Beyond Commutes and Flexibility, to "Quiet"](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/return-to-office-mandates/) - As CEOs struggle to convince employees to return to office, they don't realize that the current office environment actually discourages their workers' return. - [Boost Your Productivity with the Pomodoro Technique](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/pomodoro-technique/) - Learn how to boost your productivity with the pomodoro technique - a simple time management tool that helps to increase focus and minimize distractions. - [Tune In by Tuning Out](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/tune-in-by-tuning-out/) - In episode 49 of the Just Saying podcast, I talked about saying no. We have so many options and choices in a day that we can’t say yes to everything without losing focus. We need to learn to tune in to what is important by learning how to tune out the noise. Interruptions steal 40 - [Unplug to Recharge](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/unplug-to-recharge/) - We are an always on generation. The irony is when we’re always on, we’re drained, and we need quiet: time to think, reflect, and rest. I talked about this topic on episode 17 of the Just Saying podcast when I noticed that I was constantly checking my phone for information.I checked my phone first thing - [Quiet Works: How Well Do You Manage the Noise?](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/quiet-works-how-well-do-you-manage-the-noise/) - For years, I have been helping professionals become clear and concise communicators, but I have recently seen the need to help them even more. Clear thinking precedes clear communication, but we can’t get a moment of quiet to think. The flow of information isn’t slowing down, and people won’t stop talking, emailing, texting, scrolling, and - [Penguins on an Iceberg](https://thequietworkplace.com/blog/penguins-on-an-iceberg/) - Somebody once told me, “The brain is an amazing processor but a terrible storage device.” Yet we consume more and more information every day, and this unending stream overloads our brains. Our generation suffers from infobesity, and it’s damaging our ability to focus.My friend Chuck is a pararescueman (PJ) in the U.S. Air Force special ## Pages - [Home](https://thequietworkplace.com/) - The Quiet Workplace™ is changing the conversation about the role of silence in a talkative, noisy world. Concentration is critical and more valuable than collaboration. Thinking precedes talking and doing. Whether it is at the office, at home, or on the road, we need quiet wherever we go. - [Practices](https://thequietworkplace.com/practices/) - Practices Home Practices Our Core Principles We believe these core principles will guide the creation of new practices in your day to provide moments and places for quiet. Quiet Works™. It allows you to think and plan; rest and restore; review and reset; fuel insight and innovation; regain calm and concentrate; discover what’s human and - [Places](https://thequietworkplace.com/places/) - Places Home Places The Quiet Workplace Ecosystem Modern offices are built for one thing: constant collaboration. Open floor plans, non-stop noise, always-on accessibility. Great for talking, impossible for deep thinking.The hard part is trying to work alone while people and technology keep demanding your time and attention. You burn the day on interruptions while the - [Quiet Influence](https://thequietworkplace.com/programs/quiet-influence/) - Learn how to use quiet influence by communicating ideas and recommendations in ways that build trust, demonstrate expertise, and move conversations forward. - [Quiet Works™ for BRIEF Teams](https://thequietworkplace.com/programs/quiet-for-brief/) - Is your team harnessing the power of the BRIEF methodology? Learn how and why the Quiet Works for BRIEF Teams program can fortify your BRIEF Lab investment. - [Quiet Works for Coaches](https://thequietworkplace.com/programs/quiet-works-for-coaches/) - Unlock the power of introspection with Quiet Works for Coaches. Get ICFcertified, earn CE credits, and transform your coaching approach. 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Whether it is at the office, at home, or on the road, we need quiet wherever we - [Laura Burleson](https://thequietworkplace.com/about-us/laura-burleson/) - Laura Burleson Home About Us Laura Burleson Laura Burleson VP Client Success Linkedin - [Joe McCormack](https://thequietworkplace.com/about-us/joe-mccormack/) - Joe McCormack Home About Us Joe McCormack Joe McCormack Founder & managing director Joe McCormack is a sought-after author, speaker, and entrepreneur who helps leaders think clearly, communicate precisely, and perform at their best in complex, high-stakes environments.He is the founder and CEO of Sheffield Company and its flagship brands, The BRIEF Lab and The - [Julie McCormack](https://thequietworkplace.com/about-us/julie_mccormack/) - Julie McCormack Home About Us Julie McCormack Julie McCormack Director, Human resources Linkedin - [Tether Wingate](https://thequietworkplace.com/about-us/tether-wingate/) - Tether Wingate Home About Us Tether Wingate Tether Wingate Accounting / HR Administrator Linkedin - [Quiet Works for Teams](https://thequietworkplace.com/programs/quiet-works-for-teams/) - Unlock productivity with Quiet Works for Teams. Transform noisy workspaces and embrace the power of silence with this 4-step program. - [Offsites](https://thequietworkplace.com/programs/offsites/) - Elevate offsite meetings at a Quiet Workplace. Transform collaboration in a day. Engage, focus, and achieve real results, real-time solutions. - [Programs](https://thequietworkplace.com/programs/) - Programs Home Programs QuietWorks for TeamsTM QuietWorks for Teams™ is a 4-step change management program designed to enable professionals to leverage quiet to create an environment where meaningful work gets done. The program starts with a half-day course for group leaders, then a half-day course for the entire team, followed by 6 small-group discussion sessions, - [Quiet Workday](https://thequietworkplace.com/programs/quiet-workday/) - Quiet Workday Dedicating a day alone for deep work. Home Programs Quiet Workday What is the Quiet Workday? The Quiet Workday is a unique opportunity toescape distractions and immerse yourself in aproductive, balanced work environmentthat feels different, start to end. Hosted at theQuiet Workplace, this day is intentionally designedto help you focus on deep work - [Ondemand Webinars](https://thequietworkplace.com/ondemand-webinars/) - Webinars On-Demand Home Ondemand Webinars Quiet Works for Leaders: A Bottom-Up Approach Recorded: 9/26/2024Duration: 60 minutesIn this Quiet Works for Leaders webinar, Charley Thornton, managing partner of The BRIEF Lab, explains how leaders can cultivate a culture of “quiet” and schedule time to think, plan, and choose a course of action. Quiet Works for Teams: - [Tool Kit Registration](https://thequietworkplace.com/toolkit-registration/) - Tool Kit Registration Home Tool Kit Registration Access Powerful Tools for a Focused Workplace Create a free account to unlock a toolkit designed to bring clarity and calm to your workday. 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Typically these conversations happen with executive coaches but could also happen with senior leaders or mentors that could help certain individuals discuss and resolve issues. The tool should be used to carefully - [Video Tour](https://thequietworkplace.com/places/video-tour/) - Watch the video tour of the Quiet Workplace. Gone are digital distractions, noisy office chatter, and constant interruptions. Discover the power of quiet. - [Enroll Now](https://thequietworkplace.com/enroll-now/) - Welcome!The Quiet Workplace™ offers a variety of complimentary and paid programs for individuals and teams. 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