June has a rhythm all its own. For many workplaces, it marks the end of one busy season and the slow ramp-up to another. It’s a month that offers breathing room—just enough to pause, assess, and prepare for what’s next. Whether you manage a corporate office, nonprofit, creative agency, or small business, here are ten smart things you can tackle in June to keep your workplace organized, productive, and ready for the second half of the year.
1. Review and Finalize Summer Schedules
Vacation season is here, and it’s your job to make sure the office doesn’t grind to a halt when people are away. Double-check everyone’s planned time off, identify any gaps in coverage, and coordinate cross-training to keep things moving smoothly while key players are out.
2. Conduct a Mid-Year Performance Check-In
You don’t need a full review cycle to take stock. A quick touch base with each team member can help identify small issues before they become big ones, reinforce goals, and show your staff that their contributions are seen and appreciated.
3. Tidy Up the Physical and Digital Workspace
Declutter desks, restock supply cabinets, clean out the fridge—yes, even the fridge. Don’t forget the digital side: archive old files, clean up shared drives, and clear outdated documents from cloud storage to keep things running efficiently.
4. Reassess Vendor Contracts and Service Agreements
Take a fresh look at your service providers. Are you getting good value from your cleaning crew, delivery service, software subscriptions, or office supply vendors? June is a great time to renegotiate contracts, explore better rates, or drop services you no longer need.
5. Revisit Your Office Budget
Pull up your budget and compare actual spending to projections. Are you on track? Over budget in some areas? Underutilized in others? This is a good time to reallocate funds, identify cost-saving opportunities, and plan for upcoming needs.
6. Update Policies, Procedures, and Manuals
Have there been changes in your workflows, tools, or organizational structure this year? Make sure all your documentation reflects current practices, and distribute updates to staff so everyone is on the same page.
7. Refresh Team Communication and Meetings
Take a hard look at your internal communication. Are meetings too frequent or unproductive? Could a weekly check-in replace a daily huddle? Are there better ways to share updates? June is a great time to streamline and improve how your team stays connected.
8. Assess Technology and Office Equipment
What’s not working like it should? From sluggish computers to outdated software and worn-out chairs, now is the time to fix what’s broken or invest in tools that will increase efficiency and comfort. Schedule any overdue IT maintenance while you’re at it.
9. Organize a Mid-Year Team Appreciation or Social Event
Whether it’s a lunch, coffee break, or offsite team-building outing, giving your team a chance to relax and reconnect can recharge morale and strengthen your workplace culture. It doesn’t have to be fancy—just intentional.
10. Start Planning for Q3 Goals and Projects
Don’t wait until July to scramble into planning mode. Use June to get ahead on what’s coming next. Review upcoming initiatives, assign early prep work, and schedule brainstorming sessions so you’re ready to hit the ground running in the new quarter.