Why does a Serviced Office cost so much? Or is there a way to reduce the cost?
Why does a Serviced Office cost so much? It may be easy to draw the conclusion that a Serviced Office is expensive, when the rented floor area is compared to the advertised commercial lease cost of a larger office space. However, it must be remembered that a commercial lease usual commitment is 3 years (occasionally 1 year […]
Is My Home Business Professional?
Running your own business can be tough. You take on all the risk and then hope you have put the right effort into the right areas to see a return on that risk. Choosing the right space for that business involves the consideration of multiple factors including cost, time, and the needs of your individual […]
What is a Virtual Office and what can it do for you?
What is a Virtual Office? A Virtual Office is essentially an address for your business. Admittedly, that doesn’t sound very exciting, so let’s break it down a bit. When you work for yourself, often you are working from home, or you travel around a lot, not really needing a physical office space. This can be […]
How to set up a remote office on a budget
In today’s digital age, setting up a remote office has become a cost-effective solution for solopreneurs, small business owners, and employees. By harnessing the right tools and resources, you can create a virtual workspace that enhances your productivity, collaboration, and professionalism. This article, whilst not exhaustive, will show you some of the options for setting […]
When is the right time to invest in your business?
Running your own business is no small feat – it requires dedication, creativity, and a lot of hard work. As you navigate the exciting journey of creating and building your business, you will likely find yourself pondering if it is time to invest in your business’s growth. Many aspects of growing a business are a […]
Invest in Business Success: Make Your Money Work for You
Whether you have been in business for a while, or are just starting out, it is important to be aware of what is working well, and what is not working so well for you. Our last article covered being honest with yourself and thinking about issues that might need to be addressed to ensure the longevity and […]
Living with Covid
Working from home through Covid – how will time judge the experience? Anecdotally “great”, “OK”, “stressful”, or “not practical” all feature in responses so far. Notably, working from home has not been a conscious choice for those affected – generally it has been thrust upon them. No one seems to doubt that major change has […]
Taking a Break
The perennial question – when to take a break? Or more fundamentally, can the Sole Trader or Key Person in a micro business afford to take a break at all? The benefit and importance of taking regular breaks is generally accepted, offering regenerative time to self and family. And even the business too, through time […]
What’s Important at Work?
What is really important to us at work? Maybe it’s how other people see us that provides the best insight. Of course when we get home we all ask “how was your day”. But have you really listened and thought about the response? How does your partner describe their day, and where does the […]
Business Success – Client Spotlight
Many businesses have a business plan however knowing how to plan for future office space requirements can require the use of a crystal ball. How quickly will my business grow? Will I need more staff? Can they work remotely? Do I need 24/7 access? Is there adequate parking for employees and clients? Where do I […]