Want to establish a presence among local people in your area? If so, maximise your existing resources with office space. A serviced office space or virtual office space could help you grow your business and with so many services bundled into the overall price, you can really capitalise on your investment. Before you start thinking about staff management, the location and hiring a professional receptionist, there are some do’s and don’ts one must pay thought to ahead of the lease signing.
Considering Available Office Services
There are a few main ingredients required for a successful business and by investing in the appropriate office services, you can benefit in the long-run. Customer service is a necessity, because being courteous to customers is imperative if you want them to return and recommend your services. Customer service representatives can work inside offices or in a virtual office. A receptionist, manager and sales associate are a few other essential services to consider when leasing an office.
Don’t overlook the potential of the following services either:
- Directory listing
- Mail forwarding and handling
- Dedicated local phone number
- Call answering and forwarding
- Lounge, meeting room and office access
Choosing the Duration
Remember that some office spaces will only be available for a particular length of time. Are you considering a one-year lease? Perhaps you see great things for the future and want to rent an office space for 10 years or more? It is possible to negotiate long-term commitments however, start-up businesses would be better off kick-starting things with a short-term lease. Take into account the fact that amenities, equipment and most concessions are usually included in a serviced office space, making it a more cost-effective choice, no matter what the duration.
Know Your Market
While some markets will have the potential for big growth, others will not. Just like a comedian would need to know his or her audience before taking to the stage, business owners will need to be educated if they are to make the most out of their position as a tenant. Sometimes, opportunities won’t be noticeable for a long period pf time. However, should you predict big growth in the next few months or years, it’s best to choose an office space that can be combined with others to create a bigger working environment.
You will receive two hours of free meeting room access per month if you work with Corporate House. To find out what office spaces are currently available, call.
