The past few years have seen a slew of startups that are completely remote. Zapier, an online service that allows businesses to quickly integrate their apps with multiple APIs is fully remote and so are other popular names like Close.io, Automattic (the makers of WordPress) and TopTal. Launching a fully remote business is attractive for […]
Getting Your Office Ready
3 Top Tips for Keeping Your Flooring Clean
There are many advantages in keeping your office premises clean and tidy. The first and most obvious is that clean and inviting offices and shop fronts will encourage customers and visitors to come in and feel welcomed, boosting their confidence that you will be able to suit their needs. The floor is often an overlooked […]
Coworking Isn’t Just for Solopreneurs: Why Your Small Business Will Benefit from a Shared Space
When you think of coworking spaces, you probably think of freelancers who pay a small fee to rent a seat at a desk shared with several other people. A quiet coworking space offers relief from the distraction of loud coffee shops and unpredictability of available electrical outlets. While coworking spaces are utilized by freelancers and […]
Relocating Your Office Securely: The Online & Offline Essentials
Relocating an office is something most companies never want to do by choice. The upheaval is huge, and the time, effort and costs involved can be mammoth. The fact is, that it is likely to happen at least once in a long-term company setup. There can be many reasons an office needs relocating including: Growth […]
How to Survive in an Open Office
The open office is now the most common office layout across the UK and the USA. So, does the open office make for a more collaborative and egalitarian workplace? Or is the open office a nightmare of noise and discomfort for employees? So, does the open office increase or decrease productivity? The jury is still […]
13 Tips for Turning Your Office into a Sanctuary for Creativity
A lot of businesses are recognizing that employees need to feel comfortable in their workspace. Turning bland and traditional office decor into creative havens can yield very positive results for you and your business. But what makes a space ‘creative’ exactly? It’s hard to define, but a creative space will boost morale, increase productivity and […]
6 No-Fail Office Design Ideas for a Comfortable and Productive Staff
Did you know that the design of your office has a direct impact on your employees? More than just a paycheck and benefits, today’s top professionals are looking to for a work environment that encourages collaboration and creativity while reducing stress. When your staff is in an office space that is safe, clean, healthy, and […]
5 Financial Considerations When Opening a Second Business Location
When you decide you’re ready to open a second business location, you’ve likely been putting in an incredible amount of hard work already to achieve some success. It can be a fantastic feeling to know your dream is becoming a reality in more places than one. But before you can open another outlet, you’ll have […]
Business Location Strategies for Startups and New SMEs
In How to Choose a Location for Your Small Business, I discussed picking a location based on customer and other factors, without considering the importance of search engine visibility. However, having a location strategy is as important as choosing a good location for customers and staff. In a business environment where search engine visibility is […]
Why More Businesses are Turning to Coworking
The labor market remains tight, and businesses are turning to creative solutions to find skilled workers. A potential, growing option is coworking. Charge Spot defines coworking as a space where freelancers, startups, and now larger businesses get together and share a workspace. Coworking will continue to grow more popular as the traditional salaried worker gives […]
