The end of the COVID-19 pandemic is in sight as about half the American adult population has been vaccinated. States are now allowing non-essential businesses to reopen, but things probably won’t be back to “normal” again for awhile, since CDC and OSHA guidelines call for continued social distancing.
Discussing politics is a popular pastime with many Americans, especially on social media. At one time “political science” was considered an intellectual pursuit, but this century it’s become much more emotional. Here are ideas for managers to consider for keeping political conversations under control at the office.
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, you have probably heard more than one person express their desire for “everything to go back to normal.” However, safely reintegrating your employees from working remotely to back in the office requires careful planning and long-term changes. Think of it as the new normal.
The office water cooler has gotten a bad rep as the cliché place where no work gets done in an office, but in reality, simple office amenities can nurture productivity. A dehydrated employee won’t get much done after all.
“Conflict is inevitable, combat is optional”- Max Lucado
Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur with global clients and partnership, an experimental start-up, or a solo freelancer, there are benefits to shifting at least some of your work into a coworking space. A Harvard Business Review study reports that people belonging to coworking spaces feel more energized, engaged in their work, and dedicated to its sustainability than employees in traditional office environments.
Work environments have a substantial impact on mental health, just as mental wellness impacts productivity and teamwork. The Workplace Health Survey found that 80% of U.S. employees attribute workplace stress to affecting relationships and 35% miss 3 to 5 days of work per month due to stress.
‘Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning and focused effort.’– Paul Meyer
NorthPoint Executive Suites helps small businesses and start-ups work more efficiently by cutting costs and saving business owners’ time. The most prudent business owner could go to painstaking lengths to estimate absolute supply needs and go from supplier to supplier to investigate all options and compare prices and still spend thousands in excess on office space and equipment.
Entrepreneurs and founders of new businesses appreciate the time and investments it takes to start making a profit. Executive office suites give startups the flexibility they need to go through some trial and error and find their footholds without the costs of furnishing an office and getting locked into a long term lease. This allows business owners to experiment with locations or find offices to meet that are more convenient for clients. When it’s time to expand, entrepreneurs can adjust to spend more time in an office environment with clients, you can adjust your time on the lease and expand to a neighboring suite in the building.
NorthPoint Executive Suites offers office space, virtual office space, meeting rooms, and cowork space to fit the changing needs and stages of your business. The flexibility and amenities offered by executive office suites give businesses a way to save on overhead costs without sacrificing collaboration. High-speed internet, well-functioning office technology, onsite IT support, and reception services can save a business owner a substantial amount of time and allow their focus to stay on their business.
And executive office suites are not just for “adolescents”, businesses of all sizes are reassessing how people work in an increasingly mobile business environment to save money and promote productivity. In 2017 Global Workforce Analytics report found that 80-90% of US workers would like to work from home part time leaving some time dedicated to concentrated work and in-office time for collaboration. And estimates show that the typical business could save $11,000 per employee per year if employees worked from home 50% of time. This cost can be staggering if you are just starting out in your business.
Workplace trends are changing worldwide in the most reputable businesses. Saving money looks smart! NorthPoint Executive Suites give entrepreneurs what they need to focus and strive in what they do best. Contact us today to learn more, or fill out the form on this page to book a tour at our Alpharetta or Duluth locations.
