Virtual offices and coworking environments have recently been rising in popularity, with more and more centres opening up across the country and the world. But what exactly is a virtual office and how can it add value to your business? Read on to find out more.
What is a virtual office?
Virtual offices are shared working environments among multiple businesses. Unlike traditional offices, there are no long-term commitments including commercial leases. Instead, businesses can hire a portion of the office space for a set amount of time which may be a matter of hours or dedicated workdays within the week. Virtual offices are also fully equipped with all the amenities you would usually need including meeting rooms, Wi-Fi and private desks. While virtual offices do provide a physical working environment, you can also use a virtual office primarily for its premium business address.
Save on overheads and reduce expenses
Having a positive working environment is essential for any business’s success. But with traditional offices, there are countless ongoing expenses like long term commercial leases and utility bills. Especially for businesses that are just starting out, these expenses can quickly become overwhelming. Virtual offices are a fantastic way for your business to save on overheads while still working in a modern office space with all the amenities.
Ideal for freelancers or sole traders
For many freelancers or sole traders, working from home is a cost effective and flexible way to grow your business. However, the home environment may not always be suitable, especially when occasionally meeting with suppliers or clients face to face. Virtual offices enable you to host meetings in a professional environment when you need to. Not only does it save you from inviting clients and suppliers into your personal space, but the modern office space can help project professionalism. Virtual offices also include premium business addresses which can be used to advertise instead of home addresses, helping you enhance your business image while keeping your home address private.
Create a local presence
Even if your business already has an office premise, virtual offices can still be a great way to enhance your image and attract more customers. For businesses operating nationally, creating a local point of contact within the cities you work in can help increase your business presence by attracting customers within the area. It’s also a fantastic way to improve your Google My Business listing and boost SEO for your website.
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