At The Lakeside Park, we serve a variety of small businesses in different industries. Our office spaces are ideal for many small local businesses and organizations, from Boston area start-ups to established businesses expanding into the Wakefield area.
We take pride in helping small businesses and their owners to thrive and prosper in today’s competitive market. Here, we share some of the ideas and insight we find to be most relevant for small business owners, like those found in our office park community. These articles are great resources for small business owners looking to continue learning and improving themselves and their businesses.
It can be challenging to maintain your professional and productivity when you’re working from your kitchen table – or worse, the basement or your kid’s playroom. But not every startup is financially ready to to sign a commercial lease. These inexpensive alternatives will get you our of your house and into a professional office for…
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The start of a new year means a fresh start, new beginnings and maybe even time for change. It’s also a time when many of us set goals and intentions for the year ahead. Unfortunately, only about 10% of the population actually achieves their New Year’s resolutions. That’s because we tend to set goals that…
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If you’re preparing to rent an office space for your business, whether it’s a new business or a growing business that needs a new place to call home, chances are you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed by the options. From selecting a location that’s convenient for both employees and customers to choosing a space that is…
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It’s that time of year again when we all draw names from a hat and need to come up with something clever and inexpensive for an office Secret Santa we may or may not know very well. Whatever type of gift exchange you’re participating in, we’ve come up with some holiday gift exchange ideas for…
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With the advancement of video-conferencing technology and online meeting platforms over the past several years, we have seen a recent trend towards more virtual meetings in the business world. That trend was further accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, which forced many organizations – even those that had never considered remote work solutions before – to…
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When office workers were sent home during the pandemic, many found solace in nature. They cared for houseplants, added bird feeders, even took their laptop outdoors. Now, as companies try to persuade workers to return to the office, many are realizing that incorporating more nature into the office environment might be just the draw they…
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If you’re the owner of a new business exploring your office space options, you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed by the task of choosing both a space and agreeing upon a lease. Locating a space that feels right for your organization can be a challenge. Finding an available space at your price point, especially…
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While summer draws to a close, and many are prepping for back to school, your own continuing education is probably the last thing on your mind. Like most entrepreneurs, you’re so busy pouring yourself into building your business, it often feels like there’s no time – let alone money – to invest in your own…
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Whether you’re an extrovert who’s been counting down the days until you can return to the office, or an introvert who is nervous about re-entering society, we’ve all gotten out of the 9-to-5 routine. What’s more, many behaviors that were once considered normal will no longer be accepted, and office manners will need to adapt….
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If your organization is expanding, or perhaps reorganizing as a result of the pandemic, the concept of a satellite office may have come up in conversation. Establishing a satellite office has become a popular option for companies in a variety of industries, including those in the service and retail sectors. What is a Satellite Office…
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