Deep work. The term gained some popularity in 2016 due to Cal Newport’s book, “Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World.” (https://calnewport.com/writing/#books) It means undivided attention. It’s the kind of uninterrupted immersion in a task or...
In today’s fast-paced, dynamic business environment, productivity is paramount. By optimizing productivity, owners can directly impact the success and growth of their businesses. They can increase cost savings, efficiency, competitiveness, employee engagement...
Madison Street Beat A look at key metrics for Madison’s Office Space Market – Q1/23 MADISON STREET BEAT– Q1/23 Madison office occupancy, while down year-over-year, remains one of the highest among midsize and major markets, with the national average...
The Noel Group, a family of worldwide companies headquartered in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, was founded by John and Patty Noel. Compass Properties is one of those companies. John and Patty are noted philanthropists with a global reach whose humanitarian efforts have...
Behind Compass Properties’ exceptional customer service and keen attention to detail is a powerhouse team. With our blog over the next few months, we’d like to introduce you to each of our members. Here’s one of them now, Paul Anderson, Maintenance Technician....
Madison Street Beat A look at key metrics for Madison’s Office Space Market – Q4/22 MADISON STREET BEAT– Q4/22 Occupancy rates rose slightly on a year-over-year basis as the vacancy in the market continues its gradual trend down since early 2021....
The end of the year is, no doubt, encouraging businesses to review their strategies. What new opportunities are on the horizon, what’s working, and what isn’t will be key questions to ask during the reassessments. What won’t work anymore is paying for empty offices...
Innovation, collaboration, flexibility, greater employee retention, and increased productivity are some of the benefits of coworking space. What began with freelancers, digital nomads, and startups has since become very appealing to large corporations such as Bank of...
Madison Street Beat A look at key metrics for Madison’s Office Space Market – Q3/22 MADISON STREET BEAT– Q3/22 Occupancy rates fell slightly from the previous quarter but remained higher on a year-over-year basis. Many companies continue to operate...
A growing number of companies are creating their own co-working spaces in response to emerging office routines that includes less commuting, more flexible scheduling and a greater need for collaboration when employees are in the office. Coworking and other flexible...
Flexible work schedules, changing work cultures and shifting employee expectations are causing companies to rethink the way offices work and how they need to be configured. Employee’s work lives have been upended during recent years, as more Americans than ever quit...
Madison Street Beat A look at key metrics for Madison’s Office Space Market – Q2/22 MADISON STREET BEAT– Q2/22 Occupancy rates increased slightly on a year over year basis as supply in the new office market remains limited. Q2/22 is the third...
MADISON, Wi – Compass Properties was named a Gold Globee® Winner in the 7th Annual 2022 American Best in Business Awards. The company was recognized for “creating new and diverse relationships in the community” in the real estate and construction category. Compass...
While employee wellbeing isn’t necessarily a bold new concept, it’s moved up much higher on the corporate agenda as more and more employees return to the work place amid physical and mental health concerns for employers and employees alike. At a recent Health &...
Compass Properties earned 2022 TITAN Business Gold Awards for Inspiring Leadership and Outstanding Management in the commercial real estate category. Compass Properties is a privately held company based in Madison that develops, manages, and invests in commercial...
Madison Street Beat A look at key metrics for Madison’s Office Space Market – Q1 2022 MADISON STREET BEAT– Q1 2022 Occupancy rates in Q1 ’22 fell slightly compared to last year, as many companies put return-to-office plans on hold due to the...
More Americans than ever quit their jobs last year in the “Great Resignation” that shocked economists and CEOs alike, when 4 million American workers started quitting their jobs every month. Others describe the phenomena as the “Great Discontent” where employees are...
COVID-19 dramatically impacted traditional space office in America and accelerated a trend that has been in motion for several decades – a push to become more sustainable in the workspace. Sustainability has become critical to companies who are feeling the pressure to...
