Renting coworking space is a great option for any business. These spaces offer greater affordability, capability, design, and agility. They’re quick to scale up as your business grows, and they offer short-term leases. But to get the most out of your coworking space, you need to make sure it’s right for you. To help, we put together this guide on what to… Read more
It seems like everyone in Toronto has a side-hustle. From podcasts to passion projects, having your own business is the modern dream. Whether you’re trying to build your own empire or simply earn a few extra bucks, a shared office can help you transform your side-hustle into your primary income. Although enterprise businesses are moving into coworking spaces, shared offices are still… Read more
Whether working from home or running an online business, having a physical address can add legitimacy and prestige to your name. Many event, tour, and activity companies try to run on the web alone. But without a physical address for the business, they can have a hard time converting customers. Signing up for a virtual mailing address earns customer trust by showing… Read more
Your Time is Money When your small to medium-sized business is focused on the delivery of a service — be it financial, legal, engineering, consulting or physical therapy — you’re really selling a finite resource that is your time. Because there is a limited number of hours in a day, how can you add more revenue or scale your business without losing… Read more
Coworking has definitely moved into the mainstream with outstanding locations found in many cities globally including Toronto. The now-broad appeal of coworking spaces goes well beyond merely serving as an option for individuals/organizations looking for an affordable place to work. In fact, coworking is actually shaping the way people conduct business and further, positively impacting the level of satisfaction they derive from… Read more
The last decade has given rise to the Googleization of offices. A focus on collaboration and freeform thought has lead to companies shifting to the open office format. But are open offices better than private? It depends on your business & needs. In this article, we weigh the pros and cons of each. Open Office Space The coworking explosion saw a… Read more
Whether it’s a potential new buyer or progress reporting, it’s common to get nervous before a client meeting. Especially if you’re feeling unprepared. We’re taking stock of the lessons we’ve learned from the thousands of meetings held at our Toronto meeting room rentals and we put them together in a quick, easy-to-follow client meeting checklist: 1. Purpose/Goals The first thing you need… Read more
The home office is making a comeback and it’s bigger than ever. Once the realm of freelancers and the self-employed, now even the biggest companies have people working from home. Today, 75% of organizations offer flexible working. Although there are few businesses that have transitioned to entirely work from home workforces, a mix is common. While some staff may work entirely from… Read more
Toronto’s virtual offices are making a real impression. Companies of all sizes, from freelancers to enterprises, are snapping up virtual space. They provide services and benefits that can elevate any company’s productivity and professionalism. We take a look at Toronto’s evolving business space scene and explore the virtues of virtual offices. Professional Appearance One of the most sought after benefits of a… Read more
As the worldwide proliferation of coworking spaces continues apace, the key findings from International Workplace Group’s (IWG) 2019 Global Workplace Survey “Welcome to Generation Flex – The Employee Power Shift”, reveals some of the major trends driving growth in the sector. In Toronto, as is being seen globally, coworking is definitely the new normal as flexible workers and more Canadian companies,… Read more
