Free Rostie Tech Hour
Rostie Tech Rescue will be hosting its first ever Lunchtime Tech Support Hour on February 5th at 12:00pm. The Tech Support Hour will be held in the 11th floor kitchen of our 20 Bay Street location (WaterPark Place). This event is completely free, and open to all Rostie Group and WaterPark Place tenants. Our team of skilled techs will be available for the whole hour to help answer all of your computer or electronics-related questions.
Office Business Centres a Smart Alternative
The New York Times recently published a very interesting article that discussed the potential cost-saving benefits of utilizing office business centre services during difficult economic times. According to this article...
“Industry officials and observers say business centers — which vary widely in terms of furnishings, services provided and rents charged — are ideal for displaced or downsized businesses or start-up companies seeking space without long-term leases.”
Kathy Donohue, President of PowerSpace and Services echoes this sentiment, claiming that renting an executive suite from an office business center is a “very, very easy way to do business if you need only one or two offices…You don’t have to lay out capital; the infrastructure is set up; you can lock the door and not worry.”
Cynthia Rostie, President of The Rostie Group, and Chair of OBCA-CAN (Office Business Centre Association Canada) agrees that office business centres serve as an excellent option for money conscious businesses,
"With all the negative economic news as of late; I have noticed a signifigant increase in the number of small-to-medium sized businesses seriously considering the cost-saving benefits 0f making the transition to a fully-serviced office business centre. Leasing your own office space and hiring support staff is often a needless strain on company resources, especially when you consider the comparative value and simplicity of an office business centre alternative."
To read the complete New York Times article, visit the link below.
For Tight Times, Office Space on Flexible Terms (New York Times Article)
“Industry officials and observers say business centers — which vary widely in terms of furnishings, services provided and rents charged — are ideal for displaced or downsized businesses or start-up companies seeking space without long-term leases.”
Kathy Donohue, President of PowerSpace and Services echoes this sentiment, claiming that renting an executive suite from an office business center is a “very, very easy way to do business if you need only one or two offices…You don’t have to lay out capital; the infrastructure is set up; you can lock the door and not worry.”
Cynthia Rostie, President of The Rostie Group, and Chair of OBCA-CAN (Office Business Centre Association Canada) agrees that office business centres serve as an excellent option for money conscious businesses,
"With all the negative economic news as of late; I have noticed a signifigant increase in the number of small-to-medium sized businesses seriously considering the cost-saving benefits 0f making the transition to a fully-serviced office business centre. Leasing your own office space and hiring support staff is often a needless strain on company resources, especially when you consider the comparative value and simplicity of an office business centre alternative."
To read the complete New York Times article, visit the link below.
For Tight Times, Office Space on Flexible Terms (New York Times Article)
Betting On Telepresence
Forbes just published a great article on Telepresence videoconferencing technology; a state-of-the-art advancement in global business communication. Telepresence creates an almost flawless simulation of a traditional face-to-face business meeting, allowing you to interact virtually with associates and clients, while still maintaining a very “lifelike” meeting atmosphere. The Rostie Group looks foward to offering this amazing technology in the very near future.
Betting On Telepresence (Forbes.com Article)
Funny Cisco Telepresence Commercial
Betting On Telepresence (Forbes.com Article)
Funny Cisco Telepresence Commercial
Recession Survival Tips for Small Business
The Rostie Group has always been committed to offering business support solutions that help save our clients both time and money. With all the negative economic news as of late, it is becoming increasingly important for businesses of all shapes sizes to begin developing "recession-proofing" strategies that will help better prepare them for the economic uncertainty which lays ahead.
Surviving a recession doesn’t necessarily require layoffs or salary cuts; even the smallest organizational change can have a very significant impact on your company’s bottom-line. Planning a big meeting? Try booking it at a business centre where an event planner comes at no extra charge. Videoconferences are another great way to save your company money. By holding a virtual meeting which utilizes videoconference technology, you can get all your international contacts into one room, without having to purchase a single plane ticket. And best of all, videoconferencing is also a great way to be eco-friendly!
If your currently leasing office space but finding it too costly for your current needs, try researching the products and services offered by executive business centres, like The Rostie Group. Often you can get fully-serviced premium furnished office space at a prestigious address, for a fraction of what you are currently paying in rent alone. By doing a little research and implementing creative solutions, you will be surprised to discover how much further you will be able to stretch your company dollar during these difficult times.
Below are links to some recommended articles which discuss “recession-proofing” strategies for small businesses. You will definitely want to add some of these tips and tricks into your Recession survival "arsenal".
Starting Up in a Down Economy (Inc.)
Protect Your Business Against Recession (Dunville Chronicle)
And Now for the Good News: Ten Bright Spots to Savor Amid the Economic Gloom (CFO Magazine)
Five Ways to Save Money (Layoffs Not Included)
Five Ways to Recession-Proof your Business (Scripps News)
Surviving a recession doesn’t necessarily require layoffs or salary cuts; even the smallest organizational change can have a very significant impact on your company’s bottom-line. Planning a big meeting? Try booking it at a business centre where an event planner comes at no extra charge. Videoconferences are another great way to save your company money. By holding a virtual meeting which utilizes videoconference technology, you can get all your international contacts into one room, without having to purchase a single plane ticket. And best of all, videoconferencing is also a great way to be eco-friendly!
If your currently leasing office space but finding it too costly for your current needs, try researching the products and services offered by executive business centres, like The Rostie Group. Often you can get fully-serviced premium furnished office space at a prestigious address, for a fraction of what you are currently paying in rent alone. By doing a little research and implementing creative solutions, you will be surprised to discover how much further you will be able to stretch your company dollar during these difficult times.
Below are links to some recommended articles which discuss “recession-proofing” strategies for small businesses. You will definitely want to add some of these tips and tricks into your Recession survival "arsenal".
Starting Up in a Down Economy (Inc.)
Protect Your Business Against Recession (Dunville Chronicle)
And Now for the Good News: Ten Bright Spots to Savor Amid the Economic Gloom (CFO Magazine)
Five Ways to Save Money (Layoffs Not Included)
Five Ways to Recession-Proof your Business (Scripps News)
Memories of 2008!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!
2008 was an awesome year for the Rostie Group, and we'd like to send out a big "virtual hug" for all of you folks who helped make it so special. With the excitement of 2009 well underway, we thought you might want to take a visual trip down memory lane by checking out photos of some of last year's most unforgettable Rostie Group events. Click on the links below to see pictures from each event.
OBCA CAN Inaugural Meeting
Island Patio Party
Freaky Friday Halloween Party
Downtown Christmas Party
Airport Christmas Party
WaterPark Place Candy Cane Giveaway
2008 was an awesome year for the Rostie Group, and we'd like to send out a big "virtual hug" for all of you folks who helped make it so special. With the excitement of 2009 well underway, we thought you might want to take a visual trip down memory lane by checking out photos of some of last year's most unforgettable Rostie Group events. Click on the links below to see pictures from each event.
OBCA CAN Inaugural Meeting
Island Patio Party
Freaky Friday Halloween Party
Downtown Christmas Party
Airport Christmas Party
WaterPark Place Candy Cane Giveaway
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