5 Redeeming Qualities of a Creative Leader

Leaders are not born leaders. They are normal people like me and you who decide at some point in their lives that they need to take the reins of their life in their own hands and do some extraordinary things. Making that decision sounds easy. But it’s actually not. Living up to that decision requires […]

Looking for an off-site meeting space? Ensure you get the most bang for your buck!

With off-site meeting spaces becoming more popular, it can sometimes be difficult to decide on a space that will offer everything you need for a fair price. It’s easy to assume that most viable options are downtown, but at what cost? When seeking an off-site meeting space, it’s important to consider what your money is […]

Why you desperately need to place the most Creative people as Leaders

There are many people who are considered to be some of the best managers because of how they dwell within the confines of the expected norms and meet expectations. Spending much of their lives “defending and protecting” their beloved work-place from changes that would throw people out of their comfort zones, they can unknowingly be […]

Have You Considered Taking Your Meeting Offsite?

Meetings are a crucial part of the processes of any company. Stakeholders need to get together and make important decisions about operations. Many of the meetings are to cover general day to day matters, and short 15 to 30 minute sessions in the office’s meeting room are sufficient to cover the scope and agenda of […]

How Do I Communicate with My Team Effectively?

Earning the respect of your entire team is not an easy thing. Even if you’re designation has the word ‘manager’ included in it, there will be people in your team that will always question your authority which is especially bothersome for all people who are new to performing their managerial duties. If you want to […]

The Importance of Offsite Meeting Venues in the Corporate World

Have you ever checked the stats of the corporate meetings in the United States? There are about 11 million meetings held in the U.S. every single day. People on average attend 62 meetings every month and about 15% of a company’s total time is spent in these meetings. From the stats mentioned above you might […]

3 Reasons Why Companies Should Have Offsite Meetings

One of the biggest factors that contribute to a productive work environment is employee motivation. In today’s era, many companies take an extra step to ensure high levels of staff motivation. A highly motivated staff guarantees increased productivity and results for the company. Apart from the quantified outcomes, motivation also brings in strong employee commitment […]

Take a Break

Blue Ocean Facilities is like a playground for your staff. There’s bright colors, natural light, sights to see, and activities to try. Needless to say, it’s hard to be bored at Blue Ocean. Even so, if you don’t plan well, attention may drift as the day wears on. We’re doing all we can to create […]

2017 in Review

How quickly another year has passed! Before we look forward to the year ahead, let’s take just a moment to reflect on the past year. You’ve let us know that our blog is a go-to for meeting insights time and time again. Here are a few of our most impactful articles from 2017: Successful Meetings […]

Successful Meetings: Brainstorming

We are wrapping up our series on Successful Meetings with one of our favorite subjects: brainstorming! Brainstorming sessions can be as unpredictable as they are productive. That’s why Blue Ocean Facilities is prepared in advance to ensure the only unexpected aspect of your meeting is the crazy idea coming from your coworker. Keep reading for […]