What’s a Virtual Office? Take a Page Out of the Entrepreneur Handbook

In 1975, Bill Gates started Microsoft as a college drop out with a friend in his garage. Jeff Bezos launched Amazon in 1994, starting out as an online bookstore. The company was first running out of his garage. Sarah Blakely, owner of Spanx and now worth 1.1 billion, first ran her company out of her …

The District Offices’ Guide to Working in Georgetown, DC

If you’ve ever wandered the streets of Georgetown, you’ve seen and felt its charm. What was once a tiny port town belonging to the colony of Maryland, is now a beautiful part of Washington D.C. and one of its most famous neighborhoods. Georgetown has a sense of individuality and it’s a stunning place to come …

The Heart of Government Contract Working in DC: The Ronald Reagan Building

If you live in the DC area, you probably already know plenty about the Ronald Reagan Federal Building and International Trade Center. If you don’t, allow us to give you a brief rundown on this unique downtown Washington location and why you want to office there. Spoiler alert: this building is exceptionally ideal if you work …

Hosting a Holiday Party in DC? We’ve Got the Goods! 

It’s that time of year again, with holiday parties happening just about every other day. It seems like if you’re not attending one, you’re throwing one! After all, what better way to celebrate the approach of a new year and get excited about the holiday season? There are a lot of reasons to throw a …

The Top Benefits of Private Office Suites for Your Team

Collaboration. Creativity. Motivation. Flexibility. Growth. These are the qualities any entrepreneur, start-up, or large company wants for their business. And these are the qualities a well-developed coworking space is known to inspire. When people think of coworking, it’s sometimes only thought of as being for individuals and entrepreneurs. However, coworking spaces are prime spaces to …

Legal Meeting Space: Coworking Provides the Ultimate Amenities for Any “War Room” Session

If you’re a lawyer, it’s a sure bet you’ve heard the term “war room” before. It’s that special place where everyone on the litigation team gathers to hammer out details just before and during a courtroom trial, in a coordinated effort to present the best case possible. Though all war rooms are a little different, …

How to Host a Great Event for Your Business

Whether you’re looking to host a networking event or a conference, or you want to host something a little smaller, like a breakout session or an intimate meeting, proper planning is the key to making it a success. Depending on the type of event you are hosting, you may also need to consider how you …

Why Coworking is Ideal for Working Parents

There’s no denying that finding work-life and home-life balance is a struggle for many parents. Moms and dads want to be home with their children, but also have to make space to earn a living. Thankfully, the labor market today is evolving, and there are more opportunities for accommodating work styles than ever before. Many …

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How to Set Up Your Meetings for Success

Is there anything worse than wasting your time (and everyone else’s) at a meeting that ends up being colossally unproductive? The meeting started late; there was no clear objective or agenda; no one knew who was in charge, and ultimately… nothing was accomplished that couldn’t have been done in an email. Meetings like this leave …

Team Building Activities to do in D.C.

Every successful business is backed by a strong team. A business can’t survive without one. However, strong teams don’t just happen. They are cultivated, using intentionality and purpose. One of the best ways to help a team bond and become stronger is to plan team-building activities that are outside the normative environment of “work.” While …