Office Space Full of Opportunity

Networking Opportunities

One of the incredible things that sets the Downtown Business Centre apart from other co-share spaces are the networking opportunities that arise from basing your business out of a building that provides such a community atmosphere. We pride ourselves on being the framework that provides support, structure, and a home for our local, growing businesses. If you’re thinking of coming to join our happy family, here are a few reasons why moving into the Downtown Business Centre is beneficial to your business.

The benefits of having so many like-minded businesses under one roof are endless. From tenants giving each other client referrals by the water cooler, to having someone walk down the hall and spot the signage on your door, to having the same style business pass on clients that they’re too busy to take on at the minute to a DBC colleague... the networking opportunities go on and on.

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Or, similarly, having the chance to spread the word of your business with complementary businesses. For example, the Midwifery tells their clients about the RMT in the building that specializes in pre-natal massages, and the RMT passes their clients on to the acupuncturist down the hall. Growing your business client by client couldn’t be easier anywhere else than here at the Downtown Business Centre.

There is also the wonderful opportunity of simply getting to know the people in your building. Once a month, the DBC hosts an office lunch – usually pizza – for the entire building. Those who are able to attend get the chance to chat and mingle with each other, and see what each business is all about! The lunch is by donation, and the proceeds go towards a different charity each month. Beneficial for both you, your business, and the community!

To hear about more of the benefits of having an office here at the Downtown Business Centre, contact us by phone or email.

The DBC Offers 3 Boardroom Choices For Your Next Conference Or Workshop

Looking for an alternative to hosting your meeting or conference at home, the library, or a stuffy coffee shop? Well, you’re in luck! The Downtown Business Centre has got you covered with a variety of different options that will keep your meeting organized, professional, and presentable!

The Lobby
Located in the front of our lobby, this meeting area comfortably seats up to 8 people in an open space that allows for just the right amount of seclusion. This space is ideal for more informal or casual gatherings as the bright, spacious location makes everyone feel comfortable and at ease!

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The Secluded Boardroom
This professional boardroom seats up to 7 people comfortably, and provides interactive amenities such as a phone, television and computer for presentations. As our most popular booking space, this boardroom is located just off of the reception desk in the lobby, and is sure to wow your clients.

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The Conference Space
Searching for the perfect place to host that conference or convention? Look no further. Our amazing upstairs boardroom adequately seats well over 25 people in this bright, stylish and presentable space. Conveniently located just down the hall from a set of washrooms, there is also a kitchenette space included in the area with a mini fridge and sink. This boardroom is equipped with everything you’ll need to nail that meeting.

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Our Rates
The Downtown Business Centre has everything you need for a successful meeting. From laidback meeting spaces to extravagant boardrooms, we’ve got you covered. We have a friendly, very accommodating administrative staff that will do whatever they can to assist you in finding achievement in your business.
Our boardroom rates for each of these spaces start at $25/hour up to $100 for the entire day.
Call us now to book for your next meeting!

Copy That!

The Downtown Business Centre is a hub for small business. More than office space, the DBC provides many services to help small business thrive every day.

Boardroom Rentals, Photo Copying, Scanning, Faxing, P.O. Boxes and more.  Need a few copies of your presentation? No need to head to that big box store that provides a big red button that is really not that easy.  Our Admin Staff can give you a hand and have you on your way. Trying to scan something?  At the DBC we are here to help you make sure your documents reach their destination.

Come check out the DBC and learn about everything we offer here.  More than office space, the DBC is where small business comes together in our community.

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3 Tips To Turn Potential Client Into Confident Customer

Tips for a Successful First Meeting with a New Client

You spent the money, you put in the hours, and finally, all of your marketing efforts paying off. The list of new potential clients is growing! So, how do you seal the deal? Here are 3 tips on how to turn that potential client into a faithful customer.

 

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The early bird gets the worm. Don’t be late!
This first one seems pretty obvious, but you’d be surprised at how often it happens. From time to time, emergencies come up or kids need to be picked up from school and, out of nowhere, you’re late for your own meeting. Nothing speaks louder about your company than the way that you present yourself, and if you can’t manage to be on time, then what can you do? The best way to sidestep the unpredictable setbacks is to make sure that you are overly prepared for your meeting as early as possible.

Don't forget to plan your meetings earlier in the day.  Meeting before mid day means you are meeting with someone who is fresh and free of the days trials and tribulations.  Meeting with someone who is not weighed down with the days work is much more open minded than that of someone who is at the end of a long business day.

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Do your research
You’ve spoken with this client a time or two on the phone, and you have a general idea about what kind of service that they’re looking for. Instead of giving them the same old routine sales pitch, it’s always beneficial to do as much as you can to cater to exactly what they’re looking for. Do your research. See if there are any ways that you can adjust your services to fit their needs perfectly! The client will appreciate you going out of your way for them, and they will trust that you have their best interests in mind.

 

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Never promise more than you can give.
The meeting is going well! Closing statements are coming up quick and you’re hoping to get that deal-sealing handshake. The most tempting thing to do at this point is to sell them by any means possible. Resist the temptation! Although it is extremely enticing to close the agreement by tacking on an inviting offer, the backlash of that decision can be harmful. By promising something to a client that you either can’t give, or won’t be able to provide them further in the future, you are compromising the relationship with them. It’s best to stick with the plan and maintain the reliable reputation you’ve worked so hard to build.

5 Reasons Why Working from Home is Hurting You and Your Business

5 Reasons Why Working from Home is Hurting You and Your Business

1. The Distraction Trap
Simple math; less distractions = more productivity.  Working from home is full of distractions. If you work from home, there’s a strong chance that you’ll be having unwanted visitors popping in and out. Family, kids, pets. These interruptions can be harmful to the quality of your work, and definitely does not reflect well upon your customers.

 

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2. Motivation Deflation 
The desire to jump out of bed in the morning and race off to tackle the day’s challenges are entirely lessened when you work from home. Instead, you feel more compelled to groggily roll out of bed, put on slippers rather than shoes, and slump down the hallway. Clothes aren’t even a necessity when you don’t have to leave the house. Slow starts can highly effect your work habits for the day when you run on your own schedule, and allow yourself to have these sluggish morning attitudes.

3. Structure Is Key
Working from home allows routine to fall to the wayside, whereas having an office elsewhere provides you with a structure that can keep you in line. Setting a time to get up in the morning, have breakfast, get ready, and head to work is a great way to start everyday. Structure is important to maintain an organized business. Stop by the café and grab your morning coffee, or chat with your other office members in the kitchen while you brew yourself a cup. Head to your space, get your work done, then take a break at lunch. All of these seemingly insignificant factors that you lack when you work from home add up to a productive and systemized work day.

 

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4. Social Factors
Working from home often leads to near hermit-like life. Without having to leave the house for anything, people that work from home often don’t see anyone other than family for days. If you are self employed this also prevents you form networking and creating business leads along with a social life that suffers and flounders, which can be mirrored in the type of work that is produced. Having daily social interactions assists with inspiration and new ideas. A lunch-time chat with a colleague or co-worker at the office can give your brain the break it needs from the hard work, or better yet, motivate you to get back to work with a refreshed mind!

 

 

5. What Your Clients Might Think
Ask yourself this: if you were a customer looking for a new service, would you feel more compelled to visit the house with the tiny business sign on the front lawn, or head into the large, professional-looking business building with the quality business logo on the front? Working from home may be convenient, but it is not difficult to see why it may be turning off your clients from coming to you for business. Having a business address in a renown office building gives you credibility, which is something that every customer will be looking for from you.

 

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The Downtown Business Centre - Chilliwack's Premier Office Space For Small Business
What the Downtown Business Centre offers is a a co-share concept with a twist.  We have office packages from just a mailing address and phone number all the way to over 6000 square ft of office space. We rent boardrooms and have a large reception area that can be used for social events. We have a full time receptionist to greet your clients and there is lots of parking. We have wifi, office equipment, dehumidified file storage facilities and the building is air conditioned. In short, everything you need to run your business.  We are as flexible as you need us to be.

 

Come check out what the Downtown Business Centre can do for you to help your business grow and thrive.