One of our Flexible Workspace tenants, Progression, recently donated R 40 000 to the beneficiaries of Casual Day – see the press release below;
Progression calendar stars provide extra shine for Casual Day beneficiaries
Progression has donated more than R40 000 to the beneficiaries of Casual Day 2011, with sales from its second annual stylish corporate desk calendar. As an equity-owned company, aimed at successfully integrating more people with disabilities into the workplace, Progression got behind this well-supported and much-loved fundraising initiative for another successful year. Read the rest of this entry »
No More Desk Duty
What is a virtual office? It might sound a bit ambiguous, but the idea is simple – and a very real way to do business these days. Paul Winter worked from home and investigated…
Virtual offices work around the idea that many businesses these days are essentially ‘online workplaces’. All that a business owner needs to run their operation can be contained in their laptop or tablet, and they could outsource someone else – a virtual office service provider – to take care of their telecommunications and administration tasks. Read the rest of this entry »
Happy New Year to all, if 2011 was bad may 2012 be far better, if it was good may 2012 be better still!
I am extremely surprised at my change in motivation since the end of 2011 and as a result I’m off to a great start. Saying this, I know all to well how easy it is for motivation levels to do a 180 in a very short space of time. Read the rest of this entry »
Landlord/Managing Company
Having a reliable, firm but fair landlord is equally as important as the space you rent.
A good landlord should be able to run his properties in a professional and efficient manner andbe able to work well with people who are not always agreeable, maintain their property in a suitable condition, and possess good managerial skills. Read the rest of this entry »
Security/Accessibility
Employees spend in excess of 8 hours a day in the office, so having a secure neighbourhood where your employees feel safe should be a priority. Consider the route staff will need to travel to and from local transport. Read the rest of this entry »
Environment
A pleasant working environment is key to getting the most out of employees, according to a survey of over 100 London office staff.
The survey lists the most important factors contributing to a pleasant working environment as: friendly co-workers, good lighting, comfortable desk chair and flexible working conditions. Effects of the working environment filter through into other business areas, impacting the ability to win new clients (40%), client / customer relations (36%), staff morale (57%) and staff retention (43%). Read the rest of this entry »
Professional image
In today’s climate, your company’s identity and brand have never been more important.
The image we portray sends an important message to our clients, as well as influences how we feel about ourselves and this is especially critical for start-ups. Read the rest of this entry »
Location, location, location…..
For most businesses, the classic advice “location, location, location” is right on the mark — location can mean the difference between feast or famine.
First impressions are vital for many businesses accommodating customers on-site, as well as corporate offices serving as a visible representation of an organization’s success. So when it comes to the location of your business or corporate office, a comprehensive review of the potential location will certainly prove time well spent. Read the rest of this entry »
Yes I know I keep going on about how times are tough but really they are! So what’s a poor gift buyer to do? Here are some top tips to help you rein in your Christmas spending;
- Make a list, check it twice – who you’re shopping for and what they’re getting as this will avoid impulse buying
- Set a spending limit – set a limit and stick to it Read the rest of this entry »
The decisions regarding office space may be some of the most complex and unfamiliar decisions that you will have to make when starting an office. Do you build, buy or rent space?
Here are some tips when buying office space;
