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Living on the Island gives us access to beautiful nature, hikes, beaches, and many more wonders. However, it’s easy to get lost in the hustle and grind of the office. At DataTech Business Centre we are hoping to give you some healthy habits to get you back on track in the office. With the holidays coming up, this is more important than ever. Healthy Habits in The Office Hydrate It may sound simple, but many times we forget to hydrate. Having a water intake goal each day is a good start. Always keep a full bottle at your desk. Drinking coffee will dehydrate you, so always finish your cup of joe with some water. Inadequate hydration can result in poor digestion, fatigue, and a false sense of hunger. If you find you are snacking more, try drinking more water! Intermittent fasting (IF) A very popular form of dieting in 2020, […]

Businesses often look to traditional long-term net leases for commercial office space. However, the landscape of what we call our workspace is changing—and so are the office rental options. Globalization and technological advances have created a business landscape where diversity and innovation are key factors for success. Effectively incorporating these elements into any business requires a willingness to be flexible and open to change. For this reason, flexible office spaces have become a popular alternative to traditional office solutions. What is a flexible office space? Flexible office space gives business owners access to fully equipped private offices, meeting rooms, and conference areas without the commitment of a long-term commercial lease. These spaces include office amenities and services for a flat rate. For example, at the DataTech Business Centre, a company can rent office space by the hour, day, month, or year. These offices are equipped with furniture, phone, internet, washroom, […]

This is a challenging time for all businesses. The challenge for businesses who need to close temporarily is where to securely store their inventory. A new solution has been brought up in the form of self storage which provides short-term, flexible, and quality space. Business Inventory Storage Flexibility The main advantage is flexibility. This period of time is ever and quickly changing. You may need a lot of storage now, and as the restrictions subside you may need less. Unlike most self storage locations Stop and Store Victoria, our partner offers 100% online and NO contact self storage. Maintain a social distance while protecting your business inventory. You can rent for a month or a year, no need for fixed term commitments. Short or Long Term Depending on whether your business/retail space needs extra space for the short term or long term, Stop and Store Victoria has you covered. They […]

Self storage is most often thought of as a place to store your personal belongings: furniture, decorations, extra stuff you don’t have room for, vehicles and so on. But, have you ever thought about using a self storage unit for your business storage needs? If you haven’t, you may want to start thinking about it as a valuable resource for storing your business records, excess inventory and boxes and even old office furniture. Self storage can be a solution for large and small businesses in Victoria. Business Storage & Self Storage Local Small Businesses Everything from family-owned restaurants to the florist down the road; many small businesses are in need of more space! Maybe your business is expanding and you just hired more employees, or maybe the office you rent is too small but you cannot afford to rent that large office until next year or the year after. By […]

A lot of times on this blog, we give you career advice. This comes from our own experiences and working within our Business Community. What we don’t do is try and debunk some popular career “sayings” that many take as truths. So let’s debunk some bad career advice that everyone has heard before. Don’t Listen to This Career Advice Build Your Brand If you think that updating your social media and making yourself look perfect on LinkedIn will automatically land you a job, you are wrong. Instead, try to build your value. Meaning, when you are filling out these profiles, showcase what you can actually do, and not what you want people to think about you. Stay at a Job You Hate Many people will tell you to just “stick it out” at a new job. Even if you hate it, you feel like the best advice is to just […]