AdvantEdge Workspaces Blog

In honor of American Heart Month, we at AdvantEdge are providing some tips to maintain good heart health. We know you put your heart and soul into your business and we want to help you and your business flourish. It's more than office space, it's the place your business thrives.

We take our work seriously. Between deadlines, proposals, conference calls, client meetings, and jam packed schedules our days can pass by in a blur leaving us exhausted and unable to focus. Here at AdvantEdge we strive to provide amenities and workspaces to help you balance your busy schedule and also listen to your body. Continue reading for a few tips you can start today to help put that pep back in your step!

In today’s ever changing society, the Internet is a prevalent, if not dominant part of our everyday lives; and with this, so are emails. It is estimated that over 100 trillion emails are sent per year- that’s a lot of online communication! How many of these are first impressions, introductions, or business proposals? What is it you are communicating, or not communicating, through a simple and impersonal sign off? I believe it’s time that the ever present “Thanks” meet its end!

Traffic and Metro problems can strike anytime with any weather; make sure you have an alternate route in case something gets jammed. If at all possible make sure your primary form of transportation isn’t your only form of transportation. Download a few apps to help plan various routes to the office or find a radio station with consistent weather and traffic updates to keep up while you’re driving.

Rain

A familiar friend to all of us in the DC area, rain can easily dampen your day. Keep an umbrella in your bag or desk drawer for unexpected showers and choose shoes that won’t get ruined when wet. If your commute requires a fair amount of walking, investing in some rain boots and a waterproof rain jacket aren’t bad ideas either. For our more self-assured commuters- a poncho is also an efficient way to keep the rain off, however I can’t promise style points will be granted.

You’re sitting at your desk, the phone rings a few dozen times and a few dozen more. Finally you just have to find a change in scenery. Where is there to go you may ask? Why not visit our putting green or the meditation room? And if that doesn't help chase away the work week blues, you could even hit the gym at one of our centers conveniently located throughout Washington DC. Fitness amenities and fun escapes from the daily grind are just a few examples of how we’ve purposed our office spaces with you in mind. Click the button below to find out more!

Changing leaves and brisk air are signs of fall and winter seasons. These days call for warm drinks, cozy clothes, and spending more hours inside. Unfortunately spending so much time in a shared space also means sharing germs. As cases of colds, flu, pneumonia, and other ailments increase over the winter months your work environment can become a breeding ground for illness.

As Summer slowly but surely comes to a close, most of us are looking to take advantage of the beautiful weather while we still can. One of the many wonderful assets that Washington, DC has to offer is its parks, open air accommodations, and green spaces for the outdoor enthusiast. You don’t need to be on vacation to get your fill of quality landscape, which is why all three of our AdvantEdge locations provide unique outdoor spaces for those summer days when you simply can’t sit in your workspace any longer.

Rooftop Views

Our L Street location boasts a rooftop patio-seating area with a stunning view of the surrounding downtown area stretching all the way to Rosslyn. With a capacity of 100 people, the rooftop can also be reserved in advance for special events whether it be a business meeting or a simple happy hour get together with your colleagues. Additionally, there is also an enclosed ground level patio should you prefer to get your fill of the outdoors in a shadier and more quiet atmosphere.

We all know to wear sunglasses outside to protect our eyes from UV rays, but most office workers nationwide fail to recognize the damage they are doing to their eyes inside the office. Inadequate care of your sight in the office can lead to serious eye problems such as dry eye, eye twitching, redness, and migraines.  Reduce your eye risk at the workplace now to safeguard your vision later in life.  

Much has been made of the work life balance, but what about balancing work and play while at the office? Is there a way to mesh these two ideas that boosts productivity? How much distraction is too much?  The truth is that a lot depends on the culture of your company and the nature of your work, but the bottom line is that introducing a bit of fun can often give employees an extra jolt and help keep them more focused overall.