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		<title>The Future of Work: Shaping the Flexible Office Industry</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2023 11:05:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The world of work is changing rapidly, and the flexible office industry is at the forefront of this change. The future of work is shaping the flexible office industry. We&#8217;re seeing a growing trend towards new ways of working, driven by changes in technology, demographics, and the evolving needs of businesses and their employees. One [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The world of work is changing rapidly, and the flexible office industry is at the forefront of this change. The future of work is shaping the flexible office industry. We&#8217;re seeing a growing trend towards new ways of working, driven by changes in technology, demographics, and the evolving needs of businesses and their employees.</p>
<p>One of the key drivers of this change is the rise of remote work. More and more people are working from home or other locations outside of traditional office spaces. This shift is being fueled by advances in technology, such as video conferencing, cloud-based software, and collaboration tools, which make it easier than ever to work remotely and stay connected with colleagues.</p>
<p>Another important factor is the changing expectations of employees. Today&#8217;s workers are looking for more flexibility and autonomy in their jobs, as well as a better work-life balance. They want to be able to work from home and have more control over their schedules.</p>
<p>To meet these changing needs, the flexible office industry has evolved to provide a range of new solutions and services. Flexible office spaces are no longer just a place to work – they&#8217;re becoming hubs of collaboration, creativity, and community. Many flexible office providers are now offering a wide range of amenities, such as lounges, cafes, event spaces, and even fitness centers, to create a more holistic work experience.</p>
<figure id="attachment_1141" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-1141" style="width: 604px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="wp-image-1141 size-large" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/collab-office-1024x683.jpeg" alt="The future of work" width="604" height="403" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/collab-office-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/collab-office-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/collab-office-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/collab-office-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/collab-office-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 604px) 100vw, 604px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-1141" class="wp-caption-text">The future of work will provide more collaborative areas for teams to meet</figcaption></figure>
<p>One of the most exciting new developments in the flexible office industry is the rise of hybrid workspaces. These spaces combine the best of both worlds – the flexibility and convenience of remote work with the social interaction and collaboration of traditional office spaces. Hybrid workspaces typically offer a mix of private offices, open workspaces, and shared amenities, giving employees the flexibility to work where and how they want.</p>
<p>At the same time, the flexible office industry is also leading the way in sustainability and eco-friendly practices. Many flexible office providers are investing in green technologies, such as solar panels, energy-efficient lighting, and recycling programs, to reduce their environmental impact.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1142" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Sustainable-office-1024x768.jpeg" alt="" width="604" height="453" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Sustainable-office-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Sustainable-office-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Sustainable-office-768x576.jpeg 768w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Sustainable-office-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Sustainable-office-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 604px) 100vw, 604px" /></p>
<p>In summary, the flexible office industry is evolving rapidly to meet the changing needs of businesses and their employees. The rise of remote work, changing expectations of workers, and the need for more sustainable practices are all driving this transformation. As a result, we&#8217;re seeing the emergence of new ways of working, such as hybrid workspaces, that offer a more flexible, collaborative, and sustainable work experience. For businesses that want to stay ahead of the curve, it&#8217;s time to embrace the future of work, the new ways of working and take advantage of the opportunities they offer.</p>
<p>If you want to find the perfect flexible office solution for your business, call us on 020 3031 8563 or search our website <a href="http://www.loc8commercial.com">www.loc8commercial.com</a></p>
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		<title>Flexible Offices must be part of your real estate strategy</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:15:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>We have seen firsthand how the workplace has evolved over the years, none more so than in the last 3. In today&#8217;s fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape, flexibility is key. And one of the most effective ways to achieve flexibility in the workplace is through the use of flexible offices. Flexible offices are becoming increasingly [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We have seen firsthand how the workplace has evolved over the years, none more so than in the last 3. In today&#8217;s fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape, flexibility is key. And one of the most effective ways to achieve flexibility in the workplace is through the use of flexible offices.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1135" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Flexible-office-strategy-1024x576.jpeg" alt="Flexible Office Strateg" width="604" height="340" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Flexible-office-strategy-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Flexible-office-strategy-300x169.jpeg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Flexible-office-strategy-768x432.jpeg 768w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Flexible-office-strategy-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Flexible-office-strategy-2048x1152.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 604px) 100vw, 604px" /></p>
<p>Flexible offices are becoming increasingly popular among businesses of all sizes and industries, and for a good reason. They offer many benefits, from cost savings to increased productivity and employee satisfaction. But why should flexible offices be a part of any organisation&#8217;s real estate strategy? Here are just a few reasons:</p>
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<h6>Cost Savings: Traditional office spaces can be expensive, especially in prime locations. But with flexible offices, businesses only pay for the space they need, whether that&#8217;s a few desks or an entire floor. This can lead to significant cost savings, especially for startups and small businesses that may not have the capital to invest in a traditional office space.</h6>
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<h6>Increased Flexibility: One of the most significant advantages of flexible offices is their inherent flexibility. They can be used for various purposes, from temporary project spaces to long-term offices. And because they are often equipped with multiple amenities and services, businesses can quickly scale up or down as needed without long-term commitments.</h6>
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<h6>Improved Productivity: Flexible offices are designed with productivity in mind. They often feature open floor plans, comfortable furniture, and access to amenities such as coffee shops and fitness centers. This can create a more relaxed and collaborative working environment, increasing productivity and employee satisfaction.</h6>
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<h6>Access to Talent: By having a presence in a flexible office, businesses can gain access to a broader pool of talent. Many flexible office spaces are located in prime locations, making attracting and retaining top talent easier.</h6>
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<h6>Increased Agility: In today&#8217;s fast-paced business environment, agility is critical. Flexible offices allow businesses to quickly adapt to changing circumstances, whether that&#8217;s a new project or a shift in business strategy. This can help businesses stay ahead of the curve and remain competitive.</h6>
<p><figure id="attachment_1136" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-1136" style="width: 604px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-large wp-image-1136" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/flex-office-strat-1024x461.jpeg" alt="Flexible Offices" width="604" height="272" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/flex-office-strat-1024x461.jpeg 1024w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/flex-office-strat-300x135.jpeg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/flex-office-strat-768x346.jpeg 768w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/flex-office-strat-1536x692.jpeg 1536w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/flex-office-strat-2048x922.jpeg 2048w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 604px) 100vw, 604px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-1136" class="wp-caption-text">Team at work. Group of young business people working together in a creative modern office.</figcaption></figure></li>
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<p>In summary, flexible office space is essential to any modern business strategy. It offers a wide range of benefits, from increased agility and cost savings to improved productivity and access to talent. So if you&#8217;re not already embracing flexible office space, now is the time to start. Your business and your employees will thank you.</p>
<p>We help you find the perfect flexible office based on your requirements. Give us a call to discuss on 020 3031 8563.</p>
<p>#flexibleoffice #agility #costsavings #productivity #talentaccess #flexibleworkspace</p>
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		<title>From the water cooler to the dog bowl: How to make your office more pet friendly</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2022 12:58:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>If you&#8217;re a lucky business owner who has a pet-friendly office, you know that there are many benefits to having furry friends around. From improved morale and productivity to employee health benefits, having pets in the workplace can make a big difference. But if your office isn&#8217;t quite pet-friendly yet, don&#8217;t worry! Here are some [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you&#8217;re a lucky business owner who has a pet-friendly office, you know that there are many benefits to having furry friends around. From improved morale and productivity to employee health benefits, having pets in the workplace can make a big difference. But if your office isn&#8217;t quite pet-friendly yet, don&#8217;t worry!</p>
<p>Here are some tips to help get you started.</p>
<h2><strong>Making your office more pet-friendly</strong></h2>
<h3><strong>Why having a pet-friendly office is good for business.</strong></h3>
<p>Pets in the office help reduce stress, which is good for both employees and the business. They provide a sense of companionship, which can lead to increased productivity and creativity, as well as socialization opportunities. Pets also serve as a reminder to take breaks, get up and move around. These factors contribute to a happier, healthier, and more productive workplace.</p>
<h3><strong>How to make your office more pet friendly</strong></h3>
<p>Designate pet-friendly areas in your office, and provide pet amenities such as water bowls, food bowls, and designated play areas. You can also establish pet policies, such as no pets allowed in meeting rooms or on furniture. And, of course, be sure to enforce these policies!</p>
<h2><strong>The benefits of a pet-friendly workplace.</strong></h2>
<h3><strong>Improved morale and productivity</strong></h3>
<p>Pets in the workplace provide an opportunity for employees to take a break from work and relieve stress. They also increase employee interaction, leading to improved morale and productivity.</p>
<figure id="attachment_1114" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-1114" style="width: 2560px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-1114" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-scaled.jpeg" alt="Dog-Friendly Offices" width="2560" height="1707" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-1114" class="wp-caption-text">Team of entrepreneurs with a dog cooperating while working on a computer in the office.</figcaption></figure>
<p>Some reasons for this are that animals provide a non-judgmental listening ear, they offer an excuse to take a break from work, and help people feel more relaxed and comfortable around others. Pets provide a sense of comfort and support. They can make people feel loved and appreciated, boosting their mood and motivation.</p>
<p>Second, having pets around breaks up the monotony of the workday. They provide a bit of variety and stimulation, which can keep people more engaged and attentive.</p>
<h3><strong>Health benefits for employees.</strong></h3>
<p>Pets in the workplace can lead to health benefits for employees in many ways. For example, pets can help reduce stress levels, leading to lower blood pressure and a reduced risk for heart disease. Additionally, having a pet in the office can help increase socialization and communication among coworkers, leading to a positive and healthy work environment. Finally, pets can also provide an opportunity for employees to get some exercise during the workday.</p>
<h3><strong>Improved company culture</strong></h3>
<p>Pets in the workplace can help to improve company culture in a few ways. For one, they can help to break the ice and create a more relaxed, informal atmosphere. They can also help to reduce stress levels and promote <a href="https://www.atlassian.com/blog/teamwork/the-importance-of-teamwork">teamwork</a>. And finally, help increase employee productivity and creativity.</p>
<p>These are essential factors in creating a positive work environment and cultivating strong company culture. In addition, having pets in the workplace can also be beneficial for the employees themselves. It can provide them with some essential companionship, socialization, and exercise during the workday.</p>
<h3><strong>Tips for creating a pet-friendly office</strong></h3>
<p>Here are the tips for creating a pet-friendly workplace:</p>
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<li>Establish a <a href="https://resources.workable.com/pets-in-the-workplace-policy#:~:text=Provide%20proof%20that%20their%20pets,their%20owner%27s%20responsibility%20towards%20them">policy</a> that allows pets in the office.</li>
<li>Designate an area where employees can bring their pets to work.</li>
<li>Provide food and water dishes for the animals and ensure they are cleaned regularly.</li>
<li>Ask employees to clean up after their pets and to keep them under control at all times.</li>
<li>Warn employees not to leave their pets unattended in the office and have a plan for what should happen if an animal becomes disruptive or poses a <a href="https://osg.ca/health-and-safety-implications-of-having-dogs-in-the-workplace/">safety hazard</a>.</li>
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<p>Pets can make our lives more fun and fulfilling; the same goes for our work lives. Offering pet amenities like water bowls, feeding areas, and comfortable places for pets to rest can make your workplace more pet-friendly and inviting.</p>
<figure id="attachment_1113" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-1113" style="width: 2560px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-1113" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-2-scaled.jpeg" alt="Dog-Friendly Offices" width="2560" height="1707" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-2-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-2-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-2-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-2-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-2-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/From-dog-bowl-post-2-2048x1366.jpeg 2048w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-1113" class="wp-caption-text">British Bulldog Dressed As Businessman Works At Desk On Computer</figcaption></figure>
<p>Some Flexible workspaces allow employees to bring their dogs into the office, and many spaces have designated areas for pets to play and relax. This can be a great way to promote productivity and creativity, and it can also help to reduce stress levels. Additionally, these flexible pet-friendly offices can help to create a more relaxed, informal atmosphere among coworkers.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re looking for methods to enhance company culture, reduce stress levels, and increase productivity, making your office pet-friendly may be the answer. Pets in the workplace provide many benefits that can lead to a positive work environment for employees.</p>
<p>With the simple steps and tips mentioned above, you can create a more welcoming and pet-friendly workspace for you and your furry friends!</p>
<p>Alternatively if you&#8217;re building doesn&#8217;t allow pets, take a look at our offices that are already set up to accommodate our furry friends <a href="https://loc8commercial.com/office-space-to-let/london-greater-london/m1-greater-manchester/b1-west-midlands/ls1-greater-london/dog-friendly">Dog-Friendly Office Space to let &#8211; LOC8 Commercial</a></p>
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		<title>Seven Ways to Make Your Office More Inspiring</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2017 09:17:11 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>So, work takes up a pretty big part of our life right? Day-to-day, we’re going to be spending quite a bit of time in an office environment. Whether it’s just a desk you have, a shared office space, or one completely to yourself- here’s 7 ways to make it just that little bit more inspiring! [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>So, work takes up a pretty big part of our life right? Day-to-day, we’re going to be spending quite a bit of time in an office environment. Whether it’s just a desk you have, a shared office space, or one completely to yourself- here’s 7 ways to make it just that little bit more inspiring!</strong></p>
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<li><strong> Going for comfort!</strong>&#8211; Feeling a long day at the office, as the winter draws in? Well hey: you may as well make it as cosy as you can whilst you’re there… Give your space a little makeover, playing around with different textiles and cushions. It’ll make your co-workers longing for yours!</li>
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<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-870" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Image-1-loc8.jpg" alt="Inspiring Office" width="620" height="400" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Image-1-loc8.jpg 620w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Image-1-loc8-300x194.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px" />Image from Ikea:<u> <a href="http://www.ikea.com/">http://www.ikea.com</a></u></p>
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<li><strong> Grab a bulletin board and fill it with pictures that inspire you!-</strong> Family, friends, dream home, holiday destinations, goals, to do lists, the lot! The more, the merrier; the bigger, the better… So long as it’s not going to leave you day-dreaming all afternoon. We’re adding this to PUSH YOU!</li>
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<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-872" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-2-loc8.jpg" alt="Inspiring Office" width="708" height="900" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-2-loc8.jpg 708w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-2-loc8-236x300.jpg 236w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 708px) 100vw, 708px" />Photo via Habitissimo:<u> <a href="https://fotos.habitissimo.com.br/foto/paredes-revestidas-de-cortica_897200">https://fotos.habitissimo.com.br/foto/paredes-revestidas-de-cortica_897200</a></u></p>
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<li><strong>Have some fun with wall art-</strong> posters, stickers, humorous quotes, the lot! Don’t walk into a room that’s empty; have something there that gives you a little giggle or brightens your day in the morning. Sometimes, it’s the small things that make all the difference.</li>
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<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-873" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-3-loc8.jpg" alt="Inspiring Offfice" width="570" height="569" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-3-loc8.jpg 570w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-3-loc8-150x150.jpg 150w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-3-loc8-300x300.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px" />Photo via Etsy:<u> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ie/listing/251821610/humorous-print-maybe-swearing-will-help">https://www.etsy.com/ie/listing/251821610/humorous-print-maybe-swearing-will-help</a></u></p>
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<li><strong>Epic organisers-</strong> A messy desk means a messy mind, or so they say right?! Remove all distractions by getting creative with your desk space. When you have a look around, you’ll actually find heaps of pretty cool options. Which one’s your favourite?</li>
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<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-874" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-4-loc8.jpg" alt="Inspiring Office" width="600" height="508" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-4-loc8.jpg 600w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-4-loc8-300x254.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" />Photo via Pinterest:<u> <a href="https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/514677063646031828/?lp=true">https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/514677063646031828/?lp=true</a></u></p>
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<li><strong>Let’s make some space-</strong> Feeling cramped? Want a little more light and life? We have the perfect solution… And no, this is not an excuse for you to look at yourself (although we’ll all have a cheeky glance right?!)- Instead, these mirrors are going to add some serious reflecting, making the space seem bigger than it actually is!</li>
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<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-875" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-5-loc8.jpg" alt="Inspiring Office" width="700" height="932" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-5-loc8.jpg 700w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-5-loc8-225x300.jpg 225w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" />Photo via Carly Cristman:<u> <a href="http://www.carlycristman.com/uncategorized/home-office-and-apartment-decorating-ideas/">http://www.carlycristman.com/uncategorized/home-office-and-apartment-decorating-ideas/</a></u></p>
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<li><strong>Go green!</strong>&#8211; Okay so maybe this is going a little to the extreme, but a few plants/ flowers in the office will do you the world of good… That fresh air circulating in your workspace, taking out all the bad CO2- it’ll help to fuel your brain and bring ideas to life! Clean, fresh and let’s not forget: it gives you an excuse to take a little break to water them!</li>
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<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-876" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-6-loc8.jpg" alt="Inspiring Office" width="1800" height="1200" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-6-loc8.jpg 1800w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-6-loc8-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-6-loc8-768x512.jpg 768w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-6-loc8-1024x683.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px" />Photo via GreenTower:<u> <a href="http://greentower.info/plants-for-the-office.html">http://greentower.info/plants-for-the-office.html</a></u></p>
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<li><strong> Fly into your day- </strong>Okay so maybe this is not quite in your office, but wouldn’t it make you excited to get there?! Maybe one to bring up with the boss 😉</li>
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<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-877" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-7-loc8.jpg" alt="Inspiring Office" width="550" height="377" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-7-loc8.jpg 550w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Photo-7-loc8-300x206.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px" />Photo via Zingy Homes:<u> <a href="http://www.zingyhomes.com/latest-trends/creative-office-space-interior-design-ideas-tips/">http://www.zingyhomes.com/latest-trends/creative-office-space-interior-design-ideas-tips/</a></u></p>
<p><strong>Have fun! And remember- if you’re looking for a new office space, we’re here with free, impartial advice and property searching. Feel free to have a look through our properties for some inspiring workspaces &#8211; <a href="http://www.loc8commercial.com">www.loc8commercial.com</a> </strong></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Entrepreneurship can be a lonely ride: and a tough one too! It takes commitment, focus and the ability to really get things done. In order to do this, it’s important you have the right working environment, which is why co-working is becoming an increasingly popular option. The benefits? Well, I think you’ll be surprised… The [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span lang="EN">Entrepreneurship can be a lonely ride: and a tough one too! It takes commitment, focus and the ability to <u>really get things done</u>. In order to do this, it’s important you have the right working environment, which is why co-working is becoming an increasingly popular option. The benefits? Well, I think you’ll be surprised…</span></p>
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<p><strong>The Right Environment: </strong>Don’t you find working from home you just have <u>so many distractions</u>? The kids shouting during school holidays, the phone ringing with old relative looking for a catch-up, the cat meowing at your feet. It’s almost impossible to work at your peak performance, stay focused and to work your way through that ‘to do list’ effectively. Having the right environment will boost productivity: your own desk in a smart place, giving you the time you need to really knuckle down. As an entrepreneur, it’s also important to establish a positive work-life balance, which is why having a separate environment &#8211; helps you to draw a line between your professional and personal lives. <em>(See here for 5 of the coolest offices in the world:</em><u> <a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/5-coolest-offices-world/"><em>https://loc8commercial.com/blog/5-coolest-offices-world/</em></a></u><em> Make your space your own!)</em></p>
<p><strong>The Right People:</strong> They say your network determines your net worth, and who you surround yourself with plays a crucial role. Co-working helps to connect you to like minded people, working alongside others who have the same drive as you. Build valuable working relationships, discuss ideas, analyse processes or results and broaden your own knowledge in areas they specialise in too. Often you’ll be working in a space that has people from different business sectors with different skill sets, which can become a valuable asset for you. Co-working amongst entrepreneurs encourages innovation, sparks a little healthy competition and gives you a real sense of community. It provides excellent networking opportunities throughout the whole building and means that as you grow your business: <u>you don’t need to feel alone</u>.</p>
<p><strong>Flexibility:</strong> Flexibility is at the core of everything that co-working is about. You’ll have: &#8211; <strong>Flexible Contracts</strong>: Unlike standard office renting, co-working spaces don’t have the long-term commitment with set durations or terms. Instead, you can hire the space on a month-by-month basis, with the option to extend for up to two years: depending on how it’s going and what you’re looking for. Need to upsize or downsize? No problem! It’s hassle free and incredibly convenient.<strong>&#8211; Flexible Seating:</strong> Members of a co-working space can move around depending on their needs. Got an important pitch to work on? Sit in an isolated desk allowing full focus. Got lots of calls to do and want to work alongside others for motivation? Sit within the central part of your office space. You can even hire conference or meeting rooms within your building, at just a fraction of the price: making your business look more professional.<strong>&#8211; Flexible Schedule:</strong> Now although it’s important to have a work-life balance, often- as we look to grow our business around other commitments, we need to have flexibility within our schedule. The great thing is, co-working facilitates exactly for that, with most spaces allowing 24/7 access. This means you can start as early as you want/ need, finish as late as you want/ need, and come &amp; go as much as you like throughout the day. Often, you’ll find others doing the same too, which is always encouraging.</p>
<p><strong>Cost-Effective and Affordable: </strong>We understand budgets can be tight when you’re starting out. You need to invest money in the right areas and manage your ongoing costs on a daily/ monthly basis. Now often: renting out an entire office block for yourself or your small team- it’s actually out of the question. It doesn’t really make sense! Co-working on the other hand, is simply a fraction of the price. which makes it a far more feasible option. As mentioned above: contracts with co-working are flexible and most offices are kitted out with everything you need, from computers to phone lines, plus of course desks and chairs! They also tend to have reduced overheads, because most providers include all the expenses in one fixed monthly fee. This makes it easier to manage in terms of budgets and becomes far more economical.</p>
<p><strong>Everything You Need and More: </strong>Co-working is designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners, giving you access to all the essential resources. Wifi is always strong, phone lines are clear, stationery is shared and you’ll even have all the cleaning done for you (because we know you don’t always have time for that!) Goodbye mess, hello efficiency! Many co-working spaces also have an abundance of meeting rooms, security, supportive staff and many even host regular events/ coffee mornings within the building to get you interacting further with like minded people.</p>
<p><strong>Yep, it is pretty neat! To find out more about co-working spaces within your area, give us a shout on 020 3031 8563. We offer free, impartial advice; helping you to find the working environment that’s right for you.</strong></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The flexible working phenomenon is upon us, giving employees and entrepreneurs the chance to work in a way that better suits their lifestyle and needs. In fact, it’s been growing in popularity in the 21st century, shaping the modern workplace -arguably- for the better. Flexible working is now a more recognised concept, with 77 per [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The flexible working phenomenon is upon us, giving employees and entrepreneurs the chance to work in a way that better suits their lifestyle and needs. In fact, it’s been growing in popularity in the 21st century, shaping the modern workplace -arguably- for the better. Flexible working is now a more recognised concept, with 77 per cent of employees working in organisations that provide some kind of flexible working, according to The Flex Factor report. So it’s no surprise office space is changing to accommodate for that.</p>
<h3><strong>So, what exactly are flexible office spaces?</strong></h3>
<p>Essentially they are shared spaces or ‘flexispace’ that has all the basic equipment and infrastructure needed. They have always been popular with start-ups and SME’s due to the flexibility, however, more and more blue-chips are seeing the benefits of flexible spaces. Flexible offices were initially set up so that an employee who usually worked from home or remotely &#8211; or has to drive long distances to the company&#8217;s main office &#8211; can instead work externally for a few hours or days, every week or month. Ideal right?! In fact, Flexible Office space operators have taken the largest amount of sq ft space in London over the last 12-18 months to deal with the demand. It’s going off a storm, and not only improving employee retention within bigger businesses, but proving the ideal and solution for smaller businesses too.</p>
<p>A few of the benefits?…</p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Image-for-Flexible-Offices.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-843" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Image-for-Flexible-Offices.jpg" alt="Flexible working" width="960" height="640" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Image-for-Flexible-Offices.jpg 960w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Image-for-Flexible-Offices-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Image-for-Flexible-Offices-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></a></p>
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<li>Flexible office spaces allow remote working employees to mix up their working week. Instead of being glued to a desk in one place, they have the option to work elsewhere: commuting to the main offices only when necessary. This helps with employee satisfaction, motivation and actually increases efficiency.</li>
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<li>Often flexible working spaces will have different employees from different businesses sharing the same building and in some cases the same office. This can be beneficial, fostering collaborative workplaces and mutually beneficial working relationships with others. No better way to create referrals, right?!</li>
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<li>As mentioned above- flexible office spaces are usually fully equipped premises, giving business owners access to everything they or their employees need, without the logistical and organisational nightmare. It’s fairly hassle free and also provides flexibility in terms of contracts, because unlike standard office renting- flexible spaces don’t have the long-term commitment with set durations or terms. Instead, you can hire the space on a month-by-month basis, with the option to extend for up to two years: depending on how it’s going and what you’re looking for. They can also grow as your company grows, which means they provide peace of mind when you need to downsize. This unique flexibility can allow you to keep control of the costs, which leads us onto the final benefit…</li>
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<li>Another major selling point is the cost-saving. Flexible offices generally have reduced overheads, because most providers include all of the expenses in one fixed monthly fee. Pretty neat, huh? This makes things easier to manage in terms of budgets, proving incredibly effective.</li>
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<p>Now it’s important to remember- flexible offices aren’t for everyone. It is still a relatively new concept and success may depend on the nature of the business, the company culture, management set up and of course: the employee themselves. Some employees need greater management, can feel a little disconnected from the business and may struggle to stay disciplined, focused and of course- not get distracted! The way to make it work for big companies? Well-structured arrangements, clearly clarified expectations, strong communication and regular targets/ tasks/ goals to work towards.</p>
<p>If flexible working is part of your company culture or potentially suitable for the stage your business is in, flexible office spaces work hand-in-hand to provide the ideal solution.</p>
<h3><strong>Will they take over traditional offices? We don’t think so, <u>not entirely</u>…</strong></h3>
<p>But they are becoming evermore popular- and with good reason! A number of traditional landlords are now also including flexible workspace within their offering, as they understand that some clients’ businesses are seasonal and may have larger teams for short periods when working on specific projects.</p>
<p>Got a question regarding work spaces? We’re here 24/7 offering FREE impartial advice.</p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 May 2017 13:07:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Some offices are bland and boring, but not these ones! We’ve put together a list of some of the most unusual and definitely some of the coolest offices in the world. Melbourne Server Hosting If you are looking for ways to differentiate a typical office floor, why not stick a library room in the middle? [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">Some offices are bland and boring, but not these ones! We’ve put together a list of some of the most unusual and definitely some of the coolest offices in the world.</span></span></p>
<h2><strong>Melbourne Server Hosting</strong></h2>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">If you are looking for ways to differentiate a typical office floor, why not stick a library room in the middle? All of sudden, office meetings feel more like the start of a murder mystery tale set in an English manor house</span></span>.</p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/3.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-806" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/3.jpg" alt="Coolest office" width="300" height="164" /></a></p>
<h2><strong>Couchsurfing</strong></h2>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">Living up to its name and business, Couchsurfing’s office space is seriously cool and laid back. Looking more like a teenager’s basement than the office space of a global business, Couchsurfing employees enjoy sofas, swings and plenty of open space.</span></span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/6.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-809" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/6.jpg" alt="Coolest offices" width="300" height="225" /></a></p>
<h2><strong>Inventionland Design Factory</strong></h2>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">This office is like nothing you’ve ever seen before. This office is designed with 15 different sets, ranging from pirate ships, race tracks, faux caves, red carpet walkways, a castle and a giant robot. Not only does the space have fun, creative decor, but the facility also has a state-of-the-art sound/video/animation studio and fully-equipped workshops for creating working prototypes of inventions</span></span>.</p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/8.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-811" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/8.jpg" alt="Coolest offices" width="640" height="427" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/8.jpg 640w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/8-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" /></a></p>
<h2><strong>Dropbox</strong></h2>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">The mission of the popular file hosting and sharing platform Dropbox is to make it easy for people to work comfortably from anywhere. So when it came time to design office space, Dropbox wanted the space to do the same thing. It’s an office that Dropbox likens to a city plaza: a mixture of public and semiprivate spaces that encourage workers to find their own personal bliss.</span></span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/9.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-812" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/9.jpg" alt="Coolest offices" width="880" height="587" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/9.jpg 880w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/9-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/9-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px" /></a> <a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/10.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-813" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/10.jpg" alt="Coolest offices" width="880" height="597" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/10.jpg 880w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/10-300x204.jpg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/10-768x521.jpg 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px" /></a></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>When you think of a Corporate Workplace in London the places that comes to mind are The City, Canary Wharf, Liverpool Street, Holborn, Bank, St Pauls, Westminster, St James and Moorgate. It’s easy to assume that the majority of office&#8217;s here still look something like the following: But you would be wrong! There are of course still many trading [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">When you think of a Corporate Workplace in London the places that comes to mind are The City, Canary Wharf, <a href="https://loc8commercial.com/offices-serviced-office-space-to-let/liverpool-street-greater-london">Liverpool Street</a>, Holborn, Bank, St Pauls, Westminster, St James and Moorgate. </span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">It’s easy to assume that the majority of office&#8217;s here still look something like the following:</span></span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic2.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-740" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic2.jpg" alt="Corporate Workplace" width="868" height="541" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic2.jpg 868w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic2-300x187.jpg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic2-768x479.jpg 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 868px) 100vw, 868px" /></a></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">But you would be wrong!</span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">There are of course still many trading floors that operate this way with tonnes of paperwork and multiple screens on each desk. However, London like many of cities around the world are moving to a more collaborative working model.</span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">  </span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">It’s not unusual to see a corporate workplace like this in The City today.</span></span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic3-1.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-741" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic3-1.jpg" alt="Corporate Workplace" width="1200" height="886" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic3-1.jpg 1200w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic3-1-300x222.jpg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic3-1-768x567.jpg 768w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic3-1-1024x756.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></a></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic4.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-742" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic4.jpg" alt="Corporate Workplace" width="960" height="720" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic4.jpg 960w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic4-300x225.jpg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic4-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></a></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">What are the main differences apart from a few bicycles hanging from the ceiling?</span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">  </span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">Gina Lassman, ex HR Manager at International Law Firm Simmons &amp; Simmons says: “Everything has moved online, for example invoices, personnel records all used to be paper based but now everything is scanned and saved to the cloud.</span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">  </span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">More people started working from home and staff were given ‘Vasco Tokens’ which gives them the ability to log on from their home PC enabling people to work remotely when required.</span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">More part time and flexible working arrangements were put in place and women were given the opportunity to work part time particular after coming back from maternity leave.</span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">Open planned offices became more popular with the firm.</span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">  </span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">Offices used to be more enclosed with a few people working in each room.</span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">  </span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">Over the year’s office space changed with much more open planned structure leading to more collaborative working”.</span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">In addition, the concept of community is very central to this theory. Working together, having a more laid back environment and being encouraged to bounce off of each other for ideas is extremely common and celebrated rather than frowned upon. People are more accepting of new technology, culture, design and the possibility of new and exciting endeavours.</span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">Boardrooms are quickly changing from this: </span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;"><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic5.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-743" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic5.jpg" alt="Corporate Workplace" width="460" height="276" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic5.jpg 460w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic5-300x180.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 460px) 100vw, 460px" /></a></span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">To this:</span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;"><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic6.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-744" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic6.jpg" alt="Corporate Workplace" width="500" height="300" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic6.jpg 500w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic6-300x180.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a></span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">Today, it’s common place to see a mixed boardroom of all ages from all backgrounds in a corporate workplace.</span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">  </span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">Staff bring their own laptops, mobiles and tablets. </span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">Tables could be made from metal, Lego, plastic, glass and many other materials. Chairs, lighting, wall design and technology all play a part in the evolving modern boardroom.</span></span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic7.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-745" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic7.jpg" alt="Creative Boardroom" width="500" height="333" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic7.jpg 500w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic7-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: black; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;">“Recent findings by index provider MSCI have found that organisations with a strong female influence on their boards perform 36% times more effectively than those without.</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: black; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;">According to MSCI,  a “strong-female influence” is defined as having three or more female directors, or alternatively, a female CEO and one another female director. Average numbers of female board members vary dramatically around the world, with the likes of Jordan, where only 4% board positions are occupied by women, while in the UK, on average, 25% of board members are female” Source: </span><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.sri-executive.com/news/females-in-the-boardroom/"><u><span style="color: #0563c1;">http://www.sri-executive.com/news/females-in-the-boardroom/</span></u></a>  </span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>10 Start-ups to watch out for in 2017, Could they float on the stock market too? Start-up businesses by new and serial entrepreneurs are one of the most exciting things happening to our business economy. We have seen a huge rise in new companies forming over the past couple of years. Most aim to keep [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="color: #000000;">10 Start-ups to watch out for in 2017, Could they float on the stock market too?</span></span></h2>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="color: #000000;">Start-up businesses by new and serial entrepreneurs are one of the most exciting things happening to our business economy. We have seen a huge rise in new companies forming over the past couple of years. Most aim to keep their overheads low and often launch from the comforts of their own home or coffee shops. </span></span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/start-up-pic-1.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-731" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/start-up-pic-1.jpg" alt="Start-Ups" width="903" height="677" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/start-up-pic-1.jpg 903w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/start-up-pic-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/start-up-pic-1-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 903px) 100vw, 903px" /></a></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="color: #000000;">Most start-ups are self-funded but a lucky few are heavily backed meaning they can grow from a bedroom business to having a global presence in no time.</span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="color: #000000;">Start-ups used to mainly appear in industries like Tech, Media, Product and Fashion but we are seeing a pattern towards Property, Finance, Education and Healthcare.</span><span style="color: #000000;">  </span><span style="color: #000000;">The rise of Virtual Reality, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Wearable tech, Automation and mobile means that these industries are growing quicker than ever before.</span></span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Spotify.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-730" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Spotify.jpg" alt="Start-Up Spotify" width="900" height="675" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Spotify.jpg 900w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Spotify-300x225.jpg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Spotify-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px" /></a></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="color: #000000;">It’s easy to be intimidated by bleak statistics where 8/10 start-ups fail in the first 18 months.</span><span style="color: #000000;">  </span><span style="color: #000000;">This is evident in the lack of start-ups that IPO in 2016 but we expect a huge number of new start-ups to go public. Who could they be?</span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">1.<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0px; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">    </span></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">AppDynamics</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">2.<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0px; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">    </span></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">Snapchat</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">3.<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0px; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">    </span></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">HotelTonight</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">4.<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0px; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">    </span></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">Spotify</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">5.<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0px; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">    </span></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">Qualtrics</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">6.<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0px; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">    </span></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">Cloudera</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">7.<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0px; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">    </span></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">Dropbox</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">8.<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0px; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">    </span></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">Blue Apron</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">9.<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; margin: 0px; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;">    </span></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">Stich Fix</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">10. </span><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">Airbnb</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="background: white; margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">It’s public knowledge that AppDynamics and Snapchat have already filed to go public this year and we are confident of many more. </span></p>
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<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="color: #000000;"><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic3.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-727" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic3.jpg" alt="Start-Ups" width="800" height="600" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic3.jpg 800w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic3-300x225.jpg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/pic3-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></a></span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="color: #000000;">These companies fill many different office spaces with some having more than one office. Take a look at these offices we have available for you to rent and experience working in a similar environment to these great start-up &#8211; </span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="color: #000000;">The Shard, SE1 &#8211; </span></span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/976/london-bridge-street-london-se1"><span style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><u><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/976/london-bridge-street-london-se1</span></u></span></a></span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/shard-pic.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-728" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/shard-pic.jpg" alt="Start-Ups space" width="940" height="407" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/shard-pic.jpg 940w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/shard-pic-300x130.jpg 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/shard-pic-768x333.jpg 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px" /></a></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="color: #000000;">Shoreditch/Old Street &#8211; </span></span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1493/westland-place-london-n1"><span style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><u><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1493/westland-place-london-n1</span></u></span></a></span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Westland-Place.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-732" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Westland-Place.png" alt="Start-Ups space" width="496" height="319" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Westland-Place.png 496w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Westland-Place-300x193.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 496px) 100vw, 496px" /></a></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="color: #000000;">Kings Cross &#8211; </span></span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/750/east-side-kings-cross-station-london-n1c"><span style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><u><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/750/east-side-kings-cross-station-london-n1c</span></u></span></a></span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/east-side-kings-cross.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-724" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/east-side-kings-cross.jpg" alt="Start-Ups space" width="550" height="238" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/east-side-kings-cross.jpg 550w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/east-side-kings-cross-300x130.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px" /></a></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="color: #000000;">Soho &#8211; </span></span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1029/sheraton-street-london-w1f"><span style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><u><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1029/sheraton-street-london-w1f</span></u></span></a></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="color: #000000;"> </span></span><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/sheraton-street.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-729" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/sheraton-street.jpg" alt="Start-Ups" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/sheraton-street.jpg 700w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/sheraton-street-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></a></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><span style="color: #000000;">Chelsea &#8211; </span></span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1536/fulham-road-london-sw3"><span style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"><u><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1536/fulham-road-london-sw3</span></u></span></a></span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/fulham-palace-road.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-725" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/fulham-palace-road.jpg" alt="Start-Ups" width="560" height="373" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/fulham-palace-road.jpg 560w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/fulham-palace-road-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px" /></a></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">The City &#8211; </span></span><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1028/devonshire-square-london-ec2m">https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1028/devonshire-square-london-ec2m  </a></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Untitled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-733" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Untitled.jpg" alt="Start-Ups" width="700" height="467" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Untitled.jpg 700w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Untitled-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></a></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>By: The Social Shop Founding Director www.thesocialshop.co.uk After noticing a gap in the market for a social media marketing agency for SME’s, I launched The Social Shop late in 2013 after spending 8 years working my way up recruiting for the marketing and advertising agency sector. Knowing I had 3 month’s wages in the bank [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>By: The Social Shop Founding Director www.thesocialshop.co.uk</h2>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">After noticing a gap in the market for a social media marketing agency for SME’s, I launched The Social Shop late in 2013 after spending 8 years working my way up recruiting for the marketing and advertising agency sector.</span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">Knowing I had 3 month’s wages in the bank to support me whilst I got the company off the ground, my first aim was to make sure I could cover my mortgage. I did what I knew best and used LinkedIn as a new business platform; luckily my first client came in the shape of a well-known restaurant in Camden.</span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">  </span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">As one client turned into two, then five and then ten, I had to make a decision on an office. My overheads had to increase and in order to be taken seriously, I needed an office space. I moved into a space that my first client owned which was helpful as I didn’t have a clue where to find available office spaces! This first space in Camden was great as I was working alone. However, as I hired my first employee and my client base was growing, I needed to move somewhere neutral so all of our clients were treated equally.</span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">  </span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">I was paying a lot for this space but had nothing else to compare it to, the 3 month notice period also didn’t seem a problem when I signed up. I quickly realised that as my cash-flow was forever up and down, being tied down to a contract with anyone was a commitment and I couldn’t stick to it for too much longer.</span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">  </span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">Therefore, we went from our own office space to a co-working incubator in Camden by a start-up called ‘Work.Life’. </span><a href="https://work.life/"><u><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Calibri;">https://work.life/</span></u></a><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">  </span></span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Work.life_.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-716" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Work.life_.png" alt="workspace work.life" width="1440" height="900" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Work.life_.png 1440w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Work.life_-300x188.png 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Work.life_-768x480.png 768w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Work.life_-1024x640.png 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></a></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">‘Work.life’ was great; We were one of the first businesses to move into their first office. We were suddenly in a creative working environment with others in similar industries which was quite motivating. In addition, this space came with free tea, coffee and biscuits! Those that know me know I like to eat a lot of biscuits and drink a lot of tea, so the saving alone was fantastic! </span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">We had access to free talks, events and were networking with new companies on a daily basis. However, I slowly realised the flexible work space in London was becoming hugely popular and there were other options that were not only more affordable, but more accessible than Camden. We were only there for 6 months but it supported 5 of us including interns. We met lots of SME’s that were in the same situation as us and the flexibility of being able to cancel our contract with 4 weeks’ notice was great.</span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">We were very close to moving into Work.Life’s second office, a new space in London Fields, Hackney, as this was closer to where I lived. However, the desk cost was the same and contract restrictions were the same which wasn’t beneficial. </span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">Whilst I was looking for a new flexible working space, I attended a networking event at a small incubator in Old Street which had a big personality; It was called ‘Launch 22’ based in Corsham Street. </span><a href="http://www.launch22.co.uk/"><u><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Calibri;">http://www.launch22.co.uk/</span></u></a> </span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Launch-22.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-717" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Launch-22.png" alt="Workspace launch 22" width="1440" height="900" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Launch-22.png 1440w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Launch-22-300x188.png 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Launch-22-768x480.png 768w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Launch-22-1024x640.png 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></a></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">This place was just as cool, albeit with less capacity and free biscuits. However, it was slightly more affordable and in the heart of Tech City; A location that adds a huge amount of value to our credibility. Launch22 is a registered charity with 2 branches in Liverpool and London. Since joining we have become part of the family, a group of small businesses looking to grow with free mentorship and support from the large network of people associated with the incubator. The best thing about Launch22 for us is that we can cancel our monthly rolling contract anytime with 1 weeks’ notice. Being a small company, things can change for us on a monthly basis so this level of flexibility being in the heart of the city is awesome!</span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">I have seen the pop up of many new but more expensive flexible workspaces around me over the past few years. I now understand there are office brokers like Loc8 Commercial, who are the best people to speak to about finding a suitable office space for your business. Speaking to office brokers reduces the timeframe and personal stress of finding somewhere new. Loc8 provide a free and impartial overview of the market and is very helpful in the way that they can give us new options that we may not have known previously. Add to the fact they gave us an insight into the workspace industry then it’s a win win.</span></span></p>
<p><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Loc8.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-718" src="https://loc8commercial.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Loc8.png" alt="Loc8 Commercial office search" width="1440" height="900" srcset="https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Loc8.png 1440w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Loc8-300x188.png 300w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Loc8-768x480.png 768w, https://blog.loc8commercial.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Loc8-1024x640.png 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></a></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;">If we were currently looking to move offices we would want to view the following 3 options from looking at Loc8’s website: </span><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;"> </span></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #069ccc; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; font-size: 15pt;">Serviced Office to let: Curtain Road, London</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1682/curtain-road-london-ec2a"><u><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Calibri;">https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1682/curtain-road-london-ec2a</span></u></a></span></p>
<h1><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #069ccc; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; font-size: 15pt; font-weight: normal;">Serviced Office to let: Westland Place, London</span></h1>
<p><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1493/westland-place-london-n1"><u><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Calibri;">https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1493/westland-place-london-n1</span></u></a></span></p>
<h1><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; color: #069ccc; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; font-size: 15pt; font-weight: normal;">Serviced Office to let: White Lion Street,</span></h1>
<p><span lang="EN-GB" style="margin: 0px; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1033/white-lion-street-london-n1"><u><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://loc8commercial.com/office/serviced-office-to-let/1033/white-lion-street-london-n1</span></u></a></span></p>
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