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RSS Feed Recent posts en https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/?tx_blog_posts%5Baction%5D=listRecentPosts&tx_blog_posts%5Bcontroller%5D=Post&tx_blog_posts%5Bformat%5D=rss&type=200&cHash=301f43de16235e753881ba0c75000aa1 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:03:04 +0200 How to set up your office properly! Setting up your office properly: What really matters when it comes to lighting, ergonomics, indoor climate, communication and design – with practical insights from the COLLECTION Business Center. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/das-buero-richtig-einrichten/ Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:33:24 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/das-buero-richtig-einrichten/ Can you claim coworking costs against tax? Claiming tax relief on a co-working space: Which costs are deductible, how are they accounted for, and what applies to the self-employed and businesses? Explained in practical terms, with reference to the COLLECTION Business Centre. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/coworking-kosten-von-der-steuer-absetzen/ Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:30:36 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/coworking-kosten-von-der-steuer-absetzen/ Working Innovatively: The Best Tips and Tricks Innovative working practices within the organisation: practical tips, methods and structures for greater creativity and efficiency – with a practical focus on the COLLECTION Business Centre. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/innovativ-arbeiten-die-besten-tipps-und-tricks/ Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:52:10 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/innovativ-arbeiten-die-besten-tipps-und-tricks/ Flexible offices: how they work and their benefits Flexible offices explained simply: How flexible office spaces work, what models are available and what benefits they offer businesses – with an overview at the COLLECTION Business Centre. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/flexible-bueros-funktionsweise-und-vorteile/ Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:39:09 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/flexible-bueros-funktionsweise-und-vorteile/ Desk sharing: advantages, disadvantages and office rules Implementing desk sharing effectively in your organisation: advantages, disadvantages, organisational rules and common mistakes – with an overview at the COLLECTION Business Centre. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/desk-sharing-vorteile-nachteile-regeln-fuers-buero/ Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:05:29 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/desk-sharing-vorteile-nachteile-regeln-fuers-buero/ Setting up a shared office: Here’s what you need to bear in mind! Setting up a shared office space, explained simply: legal aspects, cost-sharing, contracts, organisation and common pitfalls – with practical examples from the COLLECTION Business Centre. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/eine-buerogemeinschaft-gruenden-das-ist-zu-beachten/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:26:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/eine-buerogemeinschaft-gruenden-das-ist-zu-beachten/ Address for service: Definition & explanation What is a valid address for service? Definition, legal requirements and practical implications for businesses – explained in simple terms with reference to the COLLECTION Business Centre. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/ladungsfaehige-anschrift-definition-erklaerung/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:24:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/ladungsfaehige-anschrift-definition-erklaerung/ Setting up a co-working space: What do you need to bear in mind? Setting up a co-working space: What really matters when it comes to furniture, acoustics, technology, lighting, communal areas and practicality – with practical insights from the COLLECTION Business Centre. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/einrichtung-coworking-space-was-ist-zu-beachten/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:22:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/einrichtung-coworking-space-was-ist-zu-beachten/ Flexible working: rules for the working model Flexible working requires clear company policies. This article explains how working hours, data protection, liability and compliance can be regulated in a structured way, and what role professional business centres play in this. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/flexibles-arbeiten-regeln-fuer-das-arbeitsmodell/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:20:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/flexibles-arbeiten-regeln-fuer-das-arbeitsmodell/ Broadcasting licence fee in a co-working space? Broadcasting licence fee in a co-working space: This article explains when operators or users are required to pay, how the terms ‘business premises’ and ‘room unit’ are defined, and offers some practical tips from the COLLECTION Business Centre. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/rundfunkbeitrag-im-coworking-space/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:18:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/rundfunkbeitrag-im-coworking-space/ How to secure a co-working space How to secure a co-working space professionally: This article explains which security measures are essential and how modern access control works in a business centre environment. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/so-sichert-man-einen-coworking-space/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:16:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/so-sichert-man-einen-coworking-space/ Serviced offices versus traditional offices A serviced office or a traditional office? This article explains which solution makes the most financial sense, which cost factors are key, and how COLLECTION Business Centre supports flexible office set-ups. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/serviced-office-im-vergleich-zum-herkoemmlichen-buero/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:14:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/serviced-office-im-vergleich-zum-herkoemmlichen-buero/ Executive office furnishings as the foundation for success Furnishing the executive office properly: This article explains why the design of the executive office is key to success, which factors are crucial, and how professional business centres can provide optimal support for management. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/chefbuero-einrichtung-als-erfolgsbasis/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:12:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/chefbuero-einrichtung-als-erfolgsbasis/ Front Office: Explanation and Examples What is a front office? This article explains the meaning, responsibilities and examples of a front office, and shows why professional reception arrangements are crucial in a business centre. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/front-office-erklaerung-und-beispiele/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:10:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/front-office-erklaerung-und-beispiele/ Tax aspects of co-working spaces Making the most of co-working from a tax perspective: Which costs are tax-deductible, what companies should bear in mind, and how co-working is treated for tax purposes in a professional business centre setting. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/steuerliche-aspekte-von-co-working-spaces/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:08:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/steuerliche-aspekte-von-co-working-spaces/ Planning and fitting out a meeting room: what you should bear in mind Planning a meeting room made easy: requirements, furnishings, technology and common mistakes when setting up meeting rooms – with practical examples from the Collection Business Centre. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/konferenzraum-planen-und-einrichten-darauf-sollten-sie-achten/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:06:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/konferenzraum-planen-und-einrichten-darauf-sollten-sie-achten/ Relocating the company’s head office: Moving the business Relocating a company’s registered office, explained simply: when a change of registered office occurs, what steps are required, and how companies can organise the move – with reference to the Collection Business Centre. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/firmensitz-verlegen-mit-der-firma-umziehen/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:04:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/firmensitz-verlegen-mit-der-firma-umziehen/ Office sharing: Everything you need to know about this new megatrend! Office sharing explained simply: What lies behind the trend, what benefits it offers and how businesses can make efficient use of office space – with a focus on the business centre context. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/buero-sharing-alles-zum-neuen-megatrend/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:02:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/buero-sharing-alles-zum-neuen-megatrend/ Registering a business address: Everything you need to know A simple guide to registering a business address: registered office, address for service, registration, avoiding common mistakes – with practical advice for the Collection Business Centre. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/geschaeftsadresse-anmelden-alles-was-sie-wissen-muessen/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:58:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/geschaeftsadresse-anmelden-alles-was-sie-wissen-muessen/ What is a workation? What is a ‘workation’, how does it differ from a holiday, and what do companies need to bear in mind? This article explains the concept, the benefits and provides a practical checklist – with reference to the Collection Business Centre. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/was-ist-eine-workation/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:56:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/was-ist-eine-workation/ Hybrid working – what is it? Hybrid working combines on-site and remote working. This article explains the model, its significance for employees and organisations, and the role of professional office spaces in everyday hybrid working. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/hybrides-arbeiten-was-ist-das/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:54:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/hybrides-arbeiten-was-ist-das/ Home address vs. postal address – what’s the difference? A business address and a postal address are often treated as one and the same – yet they serve different purposes. This article explains the differences and outlines what businesses should bear in mind when choosing their address. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/hausanschrift-vs-postanschrift-was-ist-der-unterschied/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:52:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/hausanschrift-vs-postanschrift-was-ist-der-unterschied/ The best tips for innovative working Innovative working does not happen by chance. This article offers practical tips on how companies can specifically foster creativity, new ideas and future-proof ways of working – with a focus on the professional business centre environment. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/die-besten-tipps-fuer-innovatives-arbeiten/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:50:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/die-besten-tipps-fuer-innovatives-arbeiten/ Modern office concepts: Concepts & examples Modern office concepts explained in simple terms: an overview of common concepts and their application in day-to-day working life – with practical examples from business centres https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/moderne-buerokonzepte-konzepte-beispiele/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:48:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/moderne-buerokonzepte-konzepte-beispiele/ An overview of the advantages and disadvantages of private offices Private offices offer peace and privacy – but they also present certain challenges. This article provides a structured overview of the key advantages and disadvantages of private offices in a professional working environment. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/vorteile-und-nachteile-von-einzelbueros-im-ueberblick/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:46:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/vorteile-und-nachteile-von-einzelbueros-im-ueberblick/ Does the tax office accept a virtual office? Modern office design involves more than just furniture and floor plans. This article highlights the key factors for creating functional and flexible working environments – with practical insights from the business centre sector. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/akzeptiert-das-finanzamt-ein-virtuelles-buero/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:44:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/akzeptiert-das-finanzamt-ein-virtuelles-buero/ Office Planning Guide: the best tips and tricks Modern office design involves more than just furniture and floor plans. This article highlights the key factors for creating functional and flexible working environments – with practical insights from the business centre sector. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/bueroplanung-ratgeber-die-besten-tipps-tricks/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:42:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/bueroplanung-ratgeber-die-besten-tipps-tricks/ Opening a co-working space: Planning & Concept What makes a successful co-working concept? This article highlights the key planning factors relating to location, target audience and layout – drawing on practical examples from the business centre sector. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/coworking-space-eroeffnen-planung-konzept/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:40:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/coworking-space-eroeffnen-planung-konzept/ What is multiteaming? Benefits & risks Multiteaming is all the rage at the moment – but what exactly is multiteaming? It refers to the deployment of qualified staff across different projects at the same time. At present, it is the most common way of working in young start-ups, medium-sized companies and even large corporations. According to various studies, multiteaming is already practised by over […] in Europe and the USA. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/multiteaming/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:34:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/multiteaming/ What is a modern office? The labour market and the nature of work itself are constantly changing as a result of digitalisation and broader external influences. Work is becoming more creative, flexible and autonomous, whilst hierarchies are becoming increasingly flat. Office buildings must also adapt to these changes. But what actually defines a modern office? The modern office must cater to the ‘digital workstyle’ and thus meet a wide variety of requirements – […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/modernes-buero/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:32:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/modernes-buero/ A taste for luxury: from high-end products to luxury high-rises The luxury market is booming once again: expensive handbags, elegant dresses and costly watches are in greater demand than they have been for a long time. Investors are reaping the benefits of shares in the luxury sector, whose values continue to rise. More and more Germans are also making a killing in the property market. Luxury high-rises, particularly in the city centres of Germany, are all the rage. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/lust-auf-luxus-von-high-class-produkten-bis-luxus-hochhaeuser/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:30:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/lust-auf-luxus-von-high-class-produkten-bis-luxus-hochhaeuser/ Small office – 10 tips for efficient and professional furnishing A small office is superior to open-plan offices in many ways. The private atmosphere. The chance to work without being disturbed. The individual character of an office that you don’t have to share with anyone. So, plenty of advantages. But there are also disadvantages, such as the amount of space, which isn’t as generous as in other offices. Here you’ll find some useful tips on how to make the most of a small […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/kleines-buero-10-tipps-fuer-die-effiziente-und-professionelle-einrichtung/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:28:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/kleines-buero-10-tipps-fuer-die-effiziente-und-professionelle-einrichtung/ The consequences of too much office work and what you can do about it The term ‘office work’ refers to activities that are largely characterised by the production, processing and transmission of information of all kinds. Around two-thirds of this consists of communication processes. In Germany, around 18 million people work in offices, which is over 40 per cent of the total workforce – and the trend is rising. This growth is particularly evident in major cities and conurbations […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/folgen-von-zu-viel-bueroarbeit/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:26:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/folgen-von-zu-viel-bueroarbeit/ The history of the office in the past compared with today Digitalisation is shaping the entire transformation taking place in today’s world – whether in everyday life or in the workplace. Everyday working life, in particular, has changed dramatically over the last century. An office in the past, for example, was different from an office today. As a result, many familiar work tools are being phased out and replaced by new versions. Setting up a […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/geschichte-des-bueros-von-frueher/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:24:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/geschichte-des-bueros-von-frueher/ Flexible working arrangements – What you need to know! Digitalisation brings with it many new developments, including changes to the traditional workplace. Whereas in the past you could personalise your own desk in the office with documents, photos, collectable figurines and the like, today you often have to make do with a spartan workspace if you’re not used to flexible workspaces. What are flexible workspaces? Flexible […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/flexible-arbeitsplaetze/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:22:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/flexible-arbeitsplaetze/ Event venues – tips on how to choose the right one Events take place at event venues. They are organised occasions scheduled to take place over a specific period of time. For example, people attend conventional trade fairs or seminars in person, or – more recently [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/eventlocation/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:20:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/eventlocation/ The world of luxury offices My house, my car, my luxury office. Those who have it, have it, and those who want to show it off can flaunt themselves and their success in all sorts of ways. The lifestyle magazines are full of it: luxury as far as the eye can see. From watches and jewellery to exclusive clothes and the almost obligatory million-villa. Those who’ve made it love to bask in their success. The latest trend in high-profile self-promotion: [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/die-welt-der-luxusbueros/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:18:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/die-welt-der-luxusbueros/ The perfect workplace The interplay of colours, furniture and lighting is important for boosting staff productivity. After all, only those who are happy can be truly effective. It is therefore important that desks and chairs are ergonomically designed, that there is sufficient light, and that no one is faced with a bare, white wall. After all, we spend most of the day in the office. So it should be designed to be as pleasant as possible. But what else characterises the perfect workplace? https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/der-perfekte-arbeitsplatz/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:16:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/der-perfekte-arbeitsplatz/ The Business Park A business park, also known as a business estate, is a shared development area comprising several different businesses. The main difference between business parks and industrial estates is that there is no excessive environmental impact or nuisance caused by noise or odours. All kinds of commercial premises may be built in a business park – such as retail or office buildings, as well as public […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/der-businesspark/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:14:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/der-businesspark/ The open-plan office – pros and cons More and more companies are keen to follow the trend towards open-plan offices, but what exactly is an open-plan office? It is an office concept that provides for a large number of workstations. According to workplace regulations (ASR), an open-plan office must have a minimum floor area of 400 m² to meet the definition. In Germany, around 15–19 per cent of employees work in a […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/das-grossraumbuero-vor-nachteile/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:12:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/das-grossraumbuero-vor-nachteile/ Choosing the right office location Choosing a suitable office location is often the first step towards a successful future for businesses. The location, size and facilities of the offices have a significant impact on efficiency, productivity and corporate identity – an impact that should not be underestimated. The following points on our checklist can help you save a great deal of time and energy when searching for suitable office space. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/buerostandort-richtig-waehlen/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:10:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/buerostandort-richtig-waehlen/ Offices for start-ups Fortunately, the idea that an office is merely a functional space for getting through the daily workload is long outdated. Experience with different office models, as well as scientific studies, show that the ideal office, whilst being fully functional, also contributes to staff wellbeing and thereby significantly boosts work efficiency . Here you can find out what defines the offices of the future. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/bueros-fuer-startups/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:08:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/bueros-fuer-startups/ Changes in workplace training: current trends Lifelong learning and continuous professional development are key to ensuring that businesses remain competitive, and they involve a great deal of work. This makes it all the more important to stay up to date on this topic. The focus [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/betriebliche-schulungen/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:54:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/betriebliche-schulungen/ The workplace of the future: This is how people work at Microsoft and other companies. Our working world is becoming increasingly digital and fast-paced. It is therefore hardly surprising that our personal working environment is also set to change significantly. Some large companies, such as Google and Microsoft, have already created their own vision of the workplace of the future. And not just in Silicon Valley – which is a long way away – but also here in Germany. The main focus is to [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/arbeitsplatz-der-zukunft-so-arbeitet-man-bei-microsoft-co/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:06:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/arbeitsplatz-der-zukunft-so-arbeitet-man-bei-microsoft-co/ The ALPEN Method: Work more effectively and achieve your goals The term ‘ALPEN method’ might bring to mind the European Alps or an insider’s tip from mountaineers. In this case, however, the word has a completely different meaning. ALPEN is an acronym and a useful time-management technique. This planning method helps to structure tasks in your daily routine more effectively and complete them more efficiently. The inventor of this working method is […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/alpen-methode/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:04:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/alpen-methode/ A long commute – risks and tips The average journey to work for German commuters is getting longer and longer. In 2000, the average commuting distance for employees subject to social security contributions was 8.7 kilometres – 14 years later, it had already risen to 10.5 kilometres. This shows that employees are willing to travel ever greater distances to get to work. In Germany, around 59.4 per cent of employees commute to their place of work. […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/arbeitsweg/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:02:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/arbeitsweg/ Mindfulness at work Whether it’s mindfulness courses or mindfulness exercises at work – mindfulness in the workplace is currently all the rage. But what does it mean to ‘be mindful’? The term describes conscious awareness and is nowadays even regarded as a holistic approach to life. It involves focusing on the things that are happening right now, without subjective judgement. So you should pay attention to thoughts, sensations and […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/achtsamkeit-im-beruf/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:00:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/achtsamkeit-im-beruf/ 5 Rules for Intercultural Meetings Do you work internationally? If so, you’ve no doubt found yourself in the awkward position of having to organise a meeting with all your business partners. This is where worlds literally collide. And minor – or even major – faux pas can occur just as quickly. For example, if you [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/5-meeting-regeln-fuer-interkulturelle-meetings/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:58:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/5-meeting-regeln-fuer-interkulturelle-meetings/ How to save electricity in the office – 10 useful tips The annual service charge statement is a regular source of frustration. Additional charges of between one and three euros per square metre of rented space have become commonplace in recent years. The rented office [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/so-sparen-sie-strom-im-buero-10-wertvolle-tipps/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:56:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/so-sparen-sie-strom-im-buero-10-wertvolle-tipps/ Why more and more companies are opting for a virtual office https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/warum-sich-immer-mehr-firmen-fuer-ein-virtuelles-buero-entscheiden-1/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:52:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/warum-sich-immer-mehr-firmen-fuer-ein-virtuelles-buero-entscheiden-1/ One year of the Collection Business Centre in Cologne city centre (copy 1) https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/ein-jahr-collection-business-center-in-der-koelner-innenstadt-1/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:50:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/ein-jahr-collection-business-center-in-der-koelner-innenstadt-1/ Is remote working the working model of the future? The world of work as we know it is changing. Companies are being forced to reorient themselves, as the traditional working model has had its day for many. These days, employees want to decide for themselves when and where [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/remote-working/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:38:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/remote-working/ Why set up an office in Hamburg? – How Hamburg works Hamburg is known as an attractive place to work, home not only to one of Europe’s largest seaports but also to many other industries. NDR, Vattenfall GmbH and the publishing house Gruner + Jahr are just a few of the city’s top employers, which are also well known throughout Germany and have offices in Hamburg. According to a survey by […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/office-hamburg/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:44:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/office-hamburg/ Interesting facts about Kaiserswerther Straße in Düsseldorf Kaiserswerther Straße in Düsseldorf, also known as KWS for short, is one of the north-south routes in the state capital. It links the districts of Pempelfort and Stockum, whilst also passing through the district of Golzheim. This main road in Düsseldorf was laid out as early as 1895, and the streetscape has undergone extensive development since then. From 1920 onwards, it served as the most important access route to all […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/wissenswertes-zur-kaiserswerther-strasse-in-duesseldorf/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:00:03 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/wissenswertes-zur-kaiserswerther-strasse-in-duesseldorf/ Secretarial duties in the modern world “Miss, please take this dictation.” Or: “Six coffees for the conference room, please.” In the past, it was common practice for a boss or head of department to be assisted by a secretary with many administrative tasks – she was something of a ‘surrogate mother’ and ‘girl Friday’. A male secretary, on the other hand, was very rarely to be found. A female secretary was regarded as […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/sekretariatsaufgaben/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:46:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/sekretariatsaufgaben/ Renting a PO box: How you, as a start-up founder, can benefit! Renting a PO box? For many start-up founders, this idea seems strange at first. But the more you, as a founder, look into the subject of PO boxes, the sooner you’ll realise that they offer you many advantages. What we’re referring to here isn’t the traditional postbox that you might be familiar with from the Post Office and its services. We’re talking about a postbox in a […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/postfach-mieten-wie-sie-als-gruender-davon-profitieren/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:48:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/postfach-mieten-wie-sie-als-gruender-davon-profitieren/ What is a project office? Would you like to improve organisation and communication within your teams? A project office is ideal for bringing structure to a project. As we know, projects are tasks that are tackled through a division of labour. This means that several people are working on a single assignment. As a result, the importance of good communication becomes even more crucial. […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/was-ist-ein-projektbuero/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:46:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/was-ist-ein-projektbuero/ A change of perspective – boosting the productivity of your teamwork Are you looking for more inspiration within your team to boost the productivity of your teamwork? But what does the word ‘inspiration’ actually mean? Inspiration means a flash of insight, enlightenment, a creative idea – but also ‘breathing in’. Inspiration through motivation Motivation is a key factor in inspiration. But what actually motivates a person? There is no one-size-fits-all answer […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/perspektivenwechsel-steigerung-der-produktivitaet-ihrer-teamarbeit/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:44:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/perspektivenwechsel-steigerung-der-produktivitaet-ihrer-teamarbeit/ Agile working Nowadays, every company tries to work as agilely as possible. But what exactly does ‘agile’ or ‘agile working’ mean? Finding a single, uniform definition proves difficult, as there are many different definitions. Broadly speaking, it can be described as flexible, proactive or adaptable. Key features In itself, it can be said that agile working is not an entirely new concept. The […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/agiles-arbeiten/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:42:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/agiles-arbeiten/ Increasing productivity in the office 20 June is a very special day. Are you wondering why? Well, as well as being Vanilla Milkshake Day, Filter Bag Day and International Surfing Day, this date also marks Productivity Day. It’s the perfect day to reflect on your own productivity in the office. Because […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/steigerung-der-produktivitaet-im-buero/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:40:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/steigerung-der-produktivitaet-im-buero/ Four specific personality types in the office We come across them every day at work: different personality types in the office. We get on better with some than with others. However, you can’t always choose the right colleague for a project, and sometimes you have to find a way to get on with someone you don’t particularly like. In such cases, it can certainly help if you […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/vier-spezielle-persoenlichkeitstypen-im-buero/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:38:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/vier-spezielle-persoenlichkeitstypen-im-buero/ What is a virtual office? Do you run a small or medium-sized business that you manage mainly from home? But you don’t want your customers to contact you via your home address? In that case, a so-called virtual office is probably the best solution for you. Here, you can rent a business address and a telephone number, which you can then use to be reachable by your customers. […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/was-ist-ein-virtual-office/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:36:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/was-ist-ein-virtual-office/ Truly effective methods for reducing stress Our day-to-day working lives are becoming increasingly fast-paced and hectic. This often makes it difficult to keep on top of things and stay calm. According to a study by Statista, 63 per cent of respondents in 2017 said they frequently felt stressed, citing work as one of the main causes. In the worst-case scenario, work-related stress can lead to chronic burnout. If the […] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/wirklich-wirksame-methoden-zur-stressreduktion/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:34:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/wirklich-wirksame-methoden-zur-stressreduktion/ Public Wi-Fi – What are the risks? In today’s mobile working world, you can carry out your office work from anywhere. Almost every café, airport and mode of transport – such as trains or buses – has public Wi-Fi. This means you can easily reply to your emails whilst waiting for your flight to take off. Or you can start [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/oeffentliches-wlan-was-sind-die-gefahren/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:36:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/oeffentliches-wlan-was-sind-die-gefahren/ Frankfurt’s property market is booming When you think of Frankfurt, the first thing that springs to mind is the skyline with its impressive skyscrapers, which house a wide variety of companies (particularly banks). As beautiful as it is to look at, rents in the city have become correspondingly expensive. No wonder, as demand for business premises in Frankfurt remains as strong as ever. With over [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/der-immobilienmarkt-frankfurt-im-hoehenflug/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:32:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/der-immobilienmarkt-frankfurt-im-hoehenflug/ Advantages and disadvantages of job-sharing If an employee is unable to work full-time due to, for example, family commitments, the part-time model is usually the preferred option. These roles are then designed from the outset to involve fewer hours per week, but include [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/vor-und-nachteile-des-jobsharings/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/vor-und-nachteile-des-jobsharings/ High-rise residential blocks are booming in major cities High-rise blocks in major cities have long had a bad reputation. They were associated with drab, prefabricated buildings – dreary blocks of flats that seemed to absorb all the sunlight. But today, many such high-rise blocks [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/wohnhochhaeuser-in-metropolen-boomen/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:28:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/wohnhochhaeuser-in-metropolen-boomen/ Artificial intelligence in the workplace: a curse or a blessing? Robots that clean houses, cars that drive themselves, and mobile phones that communicate with us – it all sounds a bit eerie, but when you think about it, it’s already a reality today. Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly prevalent. It’s designed to assist us with everyday tasks and even take over tedious chores entirely. A robot vacuum cleans our house, our car detects pedestrians in good time and stops if we happen to be distracted, and Siri, Alexa and the like answer our questions, do our online shopping or wake us up in the morning with our favourite songs. But it’s not just [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/kuenstliche-intelligenz-am-arbeitsplatz-fluch-oder-segen/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:26:27 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/kuenstliche-intelligenz-am-arbeitsplatz-fluch-oder-segen/ Virtual Reality in the Office When you think of virtual reality, do you also picture those bulky headsets that tech-savvy people use for immersive gaming? Through the headset, the user is instantly transported into their virtual PC world, where they can actively search for the solution to the puzzle. Whether it’s a jungle or a spaceship – with virtual reality, the user can immerse themselves deeply in alien worlds. But this technology isn’t just for gaming; it can also be used [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/virtual-reality-im-buero/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:24:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/virtual-reality-im-buero/ Work-life balance: myth or reality? It’s the buzzword in today’s world of work: work-life balance. For some, it’s quite clear that this refers to striking a balance between work and private life. But is that really the case? And what sort of balance is this supposed to be? Of course, it’s important [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/work-life-balance-mythos-oder-realitaet/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:22:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/work-life-balance-mythos-oder-realitaet/ The economy in Düsseldorf: At the heart of the Rhine metropolis “The city of Düsseldorf is very beautiful, and when you think of it from afar – especially if you happen to have been born there – it gives you a strange feeling. ‘I was born there, and it feels as though I ought to go home at once…’, the poet Heinrich Heine remarked about Düsseldorf some 200 years ago. The people of Düsseldorf still love their city today. Yet outside the Rhine metropolis, it has for years [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/wirtschaft-in-duesseldorf/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:20:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/wirtschaft-in-duesseldorf/ Sharing is caring: Really? Germans are sharing more and more: cars, flats, even their jobs. Supporters of the new sharing economy are convinced that this trend makes them more socially minded and will, sooner or later, bring about positive change in society. According to a survey by the consultancy firm PwC, one in two people in this country already [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/sharing-is-caring-wirklich/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:18:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/sharing-is-caring-wirklich/ The Main metropolis is set to expand: these skyscrapers are planned for Frankfurt Frankfurt, the metropolis on the Main, is famous for its skyline. In the city centre, imposing corporate towers have been soaring skywards for years, giving it an international character that is unique in Germany. Berlin, Munich and Hamburg take a back seat and often get bogged down in the minutiae when it comes to the construction of new skyscrapers in Frankfurt. In this respect, the city [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/hochhaeuser-frankfurt/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:14:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/hochhaeuser-frankfurt/ The Digital Revolution: What’s coming, what’s here to stay? The world of work is currently undergoing radical change. The digital revolution has only just begun and will not only transform the nature of work and professional life, but also foster a new awareness. Digitalisation sounds promising. [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/digitale-revolution-was-kommt-was-bleibt/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:12:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/digitale-revolution-was-kommt-was-bleibt/ Offices of the Future Fortunately, the idea that an office is merely a functional space for getting through the daily workload is long outdated. Experience with different office models, as well as scientific studies, show that the ideal office, whilst being fully functional, also contributes to staff wellbeing and thereby significantly boosts work efficiency . Here you can find out what defines the offices of the future. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/bueros-der-zukunft/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:54:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/bueros-der-zukunft/ Setting up a start-up: Four potential investors According to official figures, the number of new business start-ups fell in 2017 compared with the previous year. One reason for this is the strong economic situation Germany currently finds itself in. Unemployment is falling and the number of people in work is rising. Compared with its European neighbours, Germany is faring much better than had been forecast just a few years ago. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/startup-gruenden-vier-moegliche-geldgeber/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:10:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/startup-gruenden-vier-moegliche-geldgeber/ The office landscape in Frankfurt Frankfurt am Main has long been experiencing drastic rises in prices for residential and commercial premises. With Brexit and the migration of international banks to the Main metropolis, the situation regarding Frankfurt’s office market has become even more acute. Self-employed people, freelancers and small business owners in particular now find themselves in a bind: they can afford neither to do without Frankfurt as a business hub nor to rent office space there. However, flexible serviced offices and virtual offices offer genuine alternatives – perhaps for you too? https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/buerolandschaft-frankfurt/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:00:03 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/buerolandschaft-frankfurt/ Open-plan office in Hamburg The popular Hanseatic city of Hamburg is experiencing a surge in new residents, causing property and flat prices to skyrocket. The ‘Gateway to the World’ attracts both individuals and businesses to the city with its rich history and diverse attractions. If you are looking for office space in Hamburg’s office market, flexible arrangements are well worth considering. Business centres, for example, offer companies financial relief. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/buerolandschaft-in-hamburg/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:08:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/buerolandschaft-in-hamburg/ 10 tips for successful meetings Meetings are simply indispensable when it comes to finding solutions, sharing experiences and making decisions. Employees also value meetings when they are organised efficiently. They can use them to establish and renew contacts and to nurture their relationships with decision-makers. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/tipps-fuer-erfolgreiche-meetings/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:06:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/tipps-fuer-erfolgreiche-meetings/ Digital nomads and shared offices The world of work has changed dramatically over the past few decades. Nothing illustrates this change quite as clearly as the digital nomads who, with varying degrees of self-assurance, populate the cafés in the world’s major cities and earn a living online. Instead of going to the office or factory day in, day out like their parents and grandparents, these people have opted for a different way of earning a living. https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/digitale-nomaden-und-shared-offices/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:04:01 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/digitale-nomaden-und-shared-offices/ Tips for building business contacts Building business contacts can sometimes be one of the greatest challenges of working life and, as everyone knows, is nevertheless essential. In recent years, numerous self-employed people, freelancers and other office workers who wanted to expand their social or professional networks have come to realise this. And the difficulties go even further [...] https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/tipps-aufbau-von-business-kontakten/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:02:02 +0200 https://www.ubc-collection.com/en/blog/tipps-aufbau-von-business-kontakten/