It was a time before working from home, and laptop was a type of tray!
Over the years, working has been changed beyond recognition in Sheffield.
But when these pictures were taken, The Star only used black and white film. Now we have used technology to transform them into colour.
They show the working life of residents across the city, ranging from engineering in the early 60s to advertising in the 90s.
We also show how the work of teachers had changed, looking back at the days when the blackboard reigned supreme, and interactive white boards were not even imagined.
Take a look at the 17 pictures we have put together.
See how the word of work has changed.
13. The 80s office
Dr Dennis Brown (Industrial Liaison Officer), Sheffield University, and Mr. Keith Alexander from the Department of Engineering and Process Engineering - 26th March 1986. Picture: Sheffield Newpapers Photo: Sheffield Newpapers
14. 90s office
The production team at Adgenda Limited, Chippinghouse Road, Sheffield - 21 May 1990 Picture: Sheffield Newspapers Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
15. 70s office
Girls at work in the Prescription Pricing Authority offices in Castle Square, Sheffield - 21st January 1977. Picture: Sheffield Newspapers Photo: Sheffield Newpapers
16. Teacher at work
A teacher at work in a Sheffield classroom in 1969. Picture: Sheffield Newspapers Photo: Sheffield Newspapers