JK Commercial Events – November 2018

October 23, 2018 Amy Mergler

Fall has finally arrived in the Washington, DC area and our Commercial Team would love for you to stop by and say hi while we’re out and about in November! Where can you find us? RESCHEDULED- 2018 National Institutes of Health Research Festival Exhibit Thursday & Friday, November 1 & 2 National Institutes of Health Campus, Bethesda, MD The NIH marks its 30th annual Research Festival Exhibit this year. The event is the region’s largest on-site exhibit in the biomedical research community, with more than 2,500 research professionals expected to be in attendance. Laura Ware and Matt Logan will be in Booth […]

Things to Consider When Moving an Office

October 19, 2018 Darlene De Lorenzo

The professionals at JK Moving Services will be there for you once you’re ready to move. But what about earlier in the process? How do you know when you’re ready, or what to look for? When moving an office, bring a respected real estate broker or construction expert to the table early to talk about your needs, your brand, and your budget. Keep these considerations in mind: You’re not moving for today; you’re moving for five or 10 years. How will your new space meet your needs over time? Are you in growth mode? Can you address those needs flexibly […]

The Importance of Company Culture in the Workplace

October 4, 2018 Darlene De Lorenzo

Company Culture is intangible, hard to measure actively, but easy to sense when you walk into an office space. A recent JLL Research report had some interesting insights into company culture that I would like to share. Workplaces are rarely neutral when it comes to communicating a buzz of engagement or a sluggish vibe of resignation. company culture can significantly affect very real business outputs. Companies that actively developed their culture returned 516% higher revenue and 755% higher income, according to a study of 207 organizations over 11 years. Developing company culture is about creating sustainable investment in your workforce, […]

Tips for a Last-Minute Office Move

October 1, 2018 Darlene De Lorenzo

Any business mover will tell you, planning makes for a better office move. But sometimes you don’t have the luxury of long-term planning. Sometimes you have to move your business, or part of it, at the last minute. That’s when you need to be not only fast, but smart. 6 Tips for Managing a Last-Minute Office Move After more than 30 years moving businesses, JK Moving Services has seen it all. Here are some tips for managing your last-minute business move. Assemble the team. Gather your department heads together to talk through logistics, stat. Who can work remotely? How soon can […]

JK Commercial Events – October 2018

September 26, 2018 Darlene De Lorenzo

October will be another busy month for our Commercial Team, including an event to support wounded warriors and a chili cook-off! It’s going to be a great month, and while we’re out and about, we would love for you to stop by and say hi. Where can you find us in October? Luke’s Wings Heroes Walk Sunday, October 7 Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart, Bethesda, MD Luke’s Wings hosts fundraisers throughout the year, raising money to support service members who have been wounded in battle by providing the means for their family members to travel and visit them […]

Planning a Smart Office Move

September 20, 2018 Darlene De Lorenzo

While each type of project has its own unique challenges, there is one consistent theme: Moving is change – and change can be stressful. Stress can create negative emotions and feelings of uncertainty, which can make the relocation process challenging. Recognizing this potential challenge early in the process will give you the opportunity to be proactive, thereby reducing stress and ensuring a successful relocation. It is impossible to ensure perfection, but the more people engaged in the planning process, the greater the opportunity for success. Workplace design touches every aspect of an organization, with 80% centered on people and 20% on real […]

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