For many entrepreneurs, your first office is often your home office. And while you can’t beat the rent, every successful entrepreneur eventually outgrows their humble beginnings. After all, Steve Jobs didn’t work out of his parents’ garage forever.
Month: May 2016
6 Questions to Ask Yourself About Your Current Office Location
Choosing the right office space for your business is not a decision to be taken lightly. The wrong location can cause lasting damage to your profit margin due to client loss, leasing issues or other problems.
Most landlords prefer at least a three year lease, so your decision must not only be based on your current needs, but also on the future needs of your business.
To assist with the decision-making process, carefully consider the following questions when choosing a new office location:
How a Chicago Loop Office Adds Value to Your Company
Everyone knows with the modern communications of internet access you can do a lot of work from home. You can get even more done from a designated office space. On occasion you may have to make a trip to visit a client, suppliers or simply make a physical presence as validation you’re doing the work required. Although the extent of benefit may vary depending on the field you work in, nearly every job can benefit by having an office in the thick of the action where both your customers and vendors spend their days.
You may do your job and submit your results on your computer and over the internet, respectively, but it can make things go more smoothly if you are in the general vicinity of other people working in the field. In Chicago, this means considering office space in the Loop so you can represent your company on professional terms alongside other businesses.
Pros and Cons of Office Space in the Chicago Loop
The LOOP, standing tall in the middle of Chicago, is arguably the most iconic part of the city. They say “if you’ve never been to Chicago, this is the place to begin!” From famous collections of world class art to huge street-side statues carved by some of 20th century’s best sculptors, the Chicago Loop has it all.
Your Own Office vs. Shared Space: Which is Right for your Company?
There will come a time for most business owners when finding a new office space will become a priority. Whether you’re running a start-up and require your very first premises, or your business has expanded beyond the boundaries of your current location, you will probably come across the following question; should you lease your own office, or share space (and costs) with another business?
Top Five Questions to Ask When Looking to Lease Office Space
Whether you are moving from a shared office, home office or local coffee shop, finding the ideal space for your growing business can be a daunting task, even if you’ve been through the office search process before. While owning an office space carries certain benefits, many businesses enjoy the flexibility afforded by a lease, which makes it easier to scale up or down in square footage if your company’s needs ever change.
Client Spotlight: Digital People
While Amata’s shared office centers are great for Chicago-based businesses, they’re also ideal for national companies that have offices in multiple cities. Case in point: Digital People, a Minneapolis-based staffing firm that began officing with Amata two and a half years ago. “Immediately we were able to collaborate with other people, including Amata’s staff, which has been fantastic,” said Adrian Tumiati, business development manager at the company, which also has an office in suburban Rolling Meadows. Digital People’s downtown location makes it easy to meet with clients, and the company has benefitted from the flexibility offered by the shared office environment, according to Tumiati.
5 Ways to Avoid a Difficult Landlord
As any entrepreneur will tell you, starting and growing a business isn’t for the faint of heart. Add a difficult landlord to the equation and an entrepreneur’s dream can quickly turn into a costly, time-consuming nightmare.
Amata Recognized As Israel Idonije Foundation’s Largest Donor
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Israel Idonije Foundation recently recognized Amata Office Centers as the largest donor to the Chicago-based non-profit, which provides youth programming to children in underserved communities.
Client Spotlight: EquiTrade Group Inc.
Since its inception in 2002, Amata has developed long-term relationships with a number of its clients, including EquiTrade Group Inc., Amata’s very first customer. After renting space from a national shared office provider, EquiTrade decided to make the move to Amata more than a decade ago to take advantage of its state-of-the-art facilities