AdvantEdge Workspaces Blog

It’s March, which means two things: NCAA basketball is about to own the airwaves
and you’ve probably already received an invitation to your office bracket pool. While some of us look forward to the Madness (s’go Buffs!) and others simply tolerate it, recent studies reveal the quantifiable hit businesses take on when their employees take a time out as opposed to keeping their heads in the game. According to the research, 50 million American workers will participate in an office pool (including the President) and companies stand to lose $1.2 billion as a result of unproductive hours spent researching or watching games. While employees will undoubtedly get caught up in the drama of conference rivalries and underdog upsets, loyalty to one’s alma mater over their company’s bottom line can put businesses in a sticky spot. Avoid a technical foul by adhering to some simple office etiquette in this holy month of March.

Preparing for taking vacation time can often nullify the stress reducing benefits of time away from the office, but what about when your work requires that you travel? With structured itineraries and sometimes less than glamorous destinations, can you expect to find any time at all to relax after you meet your obligations? We’ve put together some tips to help you travel smart and stress free for work, while also making the most of time away from the office:

Mistakes happen. How prepared is your business for a crisis in the workplace? How proficient are your employees in diffusing a crisis quickly and tactfully?

Summer is right around the corner and for many small businesses in Washington DC signifies an influx of college graduates and interns. Whether your small business is looking to bring on new permanent staff or additional summer help, finding the right candidate can make a big difference in moving your business forward. Read on for our tips and tricks to find the best, brightest addition to your business. After you've found your next great employee we'll help you accommodate them with flexible, budget-friendly options. 

Spring is approaching and with the new season comes new opportunities. Now is the time to take a fresh look at your “home away from home.” That’s right- the office! More specifically, your office. Are you operating at maximum efficiency? What does your workplace communicate to others about you and more importantly, about your business? By taking a few moments to review these 6 tips, see how we can work together ensuring you and your business will never again be held back by needless clutter.

This blog post is part 3 of a series dedicated to helping you find the right office for your business. Follow the links here to read part 1 and part 2.

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.

Office space in Washington DC isn’t hard to come by, but it can be difficult to find the

Sustainability and environmental responsibility are goals that should be universally shared by individuals and businesses alike. As a company, AdvantEdge has created opportunities for our clients to reduce their workplace carbon footprint. From recycling programs at each center to LEED certified locations and Energy Star ratings, we strive to foster a business environment that looks to take care of our natural environment. How can we go beyond basic steps to consciously reduce our environmental impact? Click the link below to find out how you can go green with AdvantEdge and follow these innovative methods to create a more eco-friendly office community:

Why are the busiest days always the ones with the most tempting distractions? It’s hard not to wonder if there isn’t some strange cosmic joke being played on you when a new project from the highest level comes in right before your big client meeting. How can you stay ahead of the curve and accomplish things, for lack of a better term, like a boss? Start with these 7 ways to avoid the deluge and stay focused even when the cards- and work- is stacked against you: