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 […]
Are you tired of feeling under-accomplished? Feel like you could be getting more out of your day? But unsure how to do it? Well fear not- here’s our five fundamentals for increasing productivity… You ready? LET’S GO! It’s All in The Mindset – To actually become the most productive person around, you must first decide […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Read about the incredible rise in the flexible office market around the UK in our latest blog. It’s estimated that the current market is worth £16 Billion, so in another 9 years, could we really be looking at a valuation of £126 Billion? Some have even said this could be undervalued by 20%. It wouldn’t surprise us!! It’s […]
Can a ‘weird and wild’ office space make you a better worker? We are exploring some of the most unusual &‘inspiring’ office and workspaces across the country and if you know of any others please get in touch with us For most of us the office is not just a great place to work or […]
In recent years, major companies have begun to introduce the idea of the all-inclusive office – most famously, Google’s US headquarters, with their quirky décor, chill-out rooms and open plan spaces. The idea is to encourage a more holistic work experience, with gyms, lounges, cafeterias and a mind-boggling range of other facilities to keep employees healthy, happy and motivated. Until recently, the only way to get these perks was to work for a corporation big enough to afford them in their permanent office space – but this coming January, The Office Group will open the doors on their renovated serviced offices at Henry Wood House and offer London an entirely new breed of workspace.
Growing marketplace
Leased spaces have historically been the preferred option for small and larger businesses. Yet things have gradually begun to change and Serviced Office spaces have come into the frame. The technological changes we’ve been dealing with have morphed into changing the dynamics of the office space industry. Serviced offices are becoming more popular, for several reasons which we will explore.
Searching for office space doesn’t have to be a daunting task, especially if you are looking for your first office. Other than your budget there are a few points that Loc8 consider to be ‘major’ factors that will require your consideration before you start your search and this will ultimately determine your search criteria. Loc8 understand that every company is different and only you will know in which order of importance these come.