Where You Work Matters – Especially for Commercial Real Estate Professionals
The right office space matters for every professional. But if you’re in commercial real estate, where you work bears extra weight. Whether you’re a broker or a developer, it’s crucial to have a workspace that offers more than just the basics. The right environment should enhance your firm’s reputation, make it easy to focus, and reflect the kind of properties you value.
Proworking spaces are designed with these needs in mind and more. Here, we’ll dive into the most important office considerations for commercial real estate professionals and how proworking delivers.
An Attractive Central Location Helps You Secure and Conduct Business
The foundation of a great office space is a central location. That means it should be easy for your team and your clients to access from anywhere in the city. It should also function as a hub from which you can commute to the properties in your portfolio.
Just as important as location, though, is curb appeal. A stunning glass-and-steel highrise can impress clients from the moment they arrive for an in-person meeting. And if your portfolio includes, say, luxury buildings, an attractive office can subtly hint at the quality of the properties you’re about to discuss.
Proworking spaces intentionally factor in both of these considerations. They’re situated in skyscrapers suitable for even the largest real estate companies. And with access to major highways, thoroughfares, and transit options, you can meet your clients at the office or a nearby property with minimal friction.
A Private and Professional Environment Strengthens Trust
Your office’s location and curb appeal matter a lot. But what’s inside arguably matters even more – especially when it comes to conveying professionalism, seriousness, and credibility.
Even with the best address and building exterior, your clients will notice if there’s no security desk to control office access. They’ll raise an eyebrow at flimsy or outdated decor. And they’ll grow frustrated in a loud, crowded environment where it’s tough to maintain even a semblance of privacy.
From the building lobby to the office wings, each proworking space has features designed to put your clients at ease. That includes…
Attentive security personnel and a front desk service team.
Controlled access to elevators, hallways, and offices.
Private office suites with custom locks, sound-masking technology, and frosted glass doors and windows.
CCTV cameras in hallways and common areas.
But that also includes aesthetic elements, like…
Upscale furniture in offices and common areas.
Spacious and comfortable conference rooms.
Access to building-wide amenities (such as rooftop patios).
Together, these features exude a seriousness that’s rare among coworking spaces. The result: a sophisticated atmosphere that instills confidence and strengthens trust from the start of every client relationship.
A Quiet Office Space with Great Amenities Boosts Productivity
One of the best signs of a well-designed office space is its ability to help you focus.
That’s tough to do in a noisy coworking environment. But proworking spaces give you the quiet you need to get work done. Thanks to the private-office model we mentioned above, you can enjoy a distraction-free workspace that enables everything from team-wide calls to individual deep work sessions.
There are also a range of amenities that can boost your productivity. Picture…
Secure, high-speed internet with IT support for any connectivity issues.
A notary public so you can avoid unnecessary offsite travel.
Mail and package handling via the front desk service team.
A proworking space frees up valuable time for you to spend on your core business activities. This way, you can more easily close deals, grow revenue, and expand your client base.
Serious Members Enhance Your Networking Opportunities
While most coworking spaces offer networking opportunities, they often fall short for commercial real estate professionals. That’s in part because there isn’t always much industry crossover among members. You might meet a friendly freelance game designer, for instance, but their work probably won’t align with your core business activities.
At proworking spaces, it’s typically easier to find common ground. While grabbing a cold brew, you might bump into an investor keen on expanding their portfolio. Or an attorney specializing in real estate law.
Encounters like these can lead to meaningful conversations, potential partnerships, and even new business opportunities. At the same time, members aren’t likely to spend a whole afternoon chatting; they understand the need for a quiet and focused work environment. Translation: you can gradually build high-value relationships without impacting your productivity.
You Know A Great Workspace When You See One
You already have a great eye for what makes an attractive commercial property. When it comes to evaluating office spaces, use that skill to your advantage – and choose one with a professional environment that only enhances your firm.
Firmspace’s proworking spaces offer the privacy, amenities, accessibility, and culture you need to set your firm up for long-term success. One unique benefit for real estate professionals? Firmspace's Broker Club rewards you for connecting your clients with our team. The more successful referrals you make, the more benefits you unlock.
If you’re ready to see Firmspace for yourself, book a tour at any of our locations.