Start-up's Final Stretch

March 13, 2023, 3:30 PM - Vertis North, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines -Penthouse 001

Daniel had been working relentlessly on his start-up for days leading up to the first day of company operations. He realized that he had to finalize the last necessary preparations as soon as possible. Having sorted out the renovation and temporary lease for the office, he quickly drafted an email to Ms. Beth of DM Law and Accounting, informing her that the company's permanent address would be on the 43rd floor of the Orean Place Building located in North Triangle, Brgy. Bagong Pag-Asa, Quezon City, and attached all the necessary proofs and paperwork. With a sigh of relief, Daniel hit send, hoping to receive a quick response.

Within no time, Ms. Beth replied, assuring him that they would finalize the registration and other legal formalities within the next day or two. Daniel marked this as a major task crossed off his list and moved on to the next item - ordering the necessary equipment for the company.

First, he ordered 20 of the latest MacBook Pro laptops, each with the latest Apple M1 chip, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. He knew that his team would need reliable and powerful laptops to handle the demands of their work.

Next, he ordered 5 high-spec editing desktop set-ups, each with an Intel Core i9 processor, 64GB of RAM, and a 2TB SSD. These would be used for more demanding editing tasks, such as video rendering and graphic design.

Daniel also made sure to purchase two printers, each with the ability to print, scan, and copy. He knew that having these devices readily available would be essential for day-to-day operations.

Finally, he ordered a range of video and audio recording equipment, including a Canon EOS C100 Mark II camera, a Rode NTG5 shotgun microphone, and a Zoom H6 recorder. He wanted to ensure that his team had all the tools they needed to create high-quality content. This list covered all the essential equipment needed for the start-up's initial phase. Daniel planned to procure additional equipment once the permanent office completes its renovations.

The temporary office space that Daniel leased from the building was fully furnished and equipped with basic office furniture such as desks, chairs, and filing cabinets, saving him the hassle and expense of having to purchase new furniture for the start-up. Instead, he could focus on acquiring the necessary equipment and supplies to get the business up and running smoothly.

Daniel made a mental note to reassess their furniture needs once they moved into their permanent office space after the renovations were completed. He knew that a comfortable and functional workspace was essential for employee productivity and satisfaction.

As he sat back in his chair, Daniel thought about how important it was to take care of his employees. Having experienced mistreatment and exploitation by a previous employer, he knew firsthand the negative effects it could have on an employee's morale and productivity.

"Neglecting the needs of employees is a significant contributor to quiet quitting. I refuse to subject my team to overwork and underappreciation. Having experienced the demoralizing effects of such treatment myself, I am determined to create a different work culture, one where my employees feel valued and supported," Daniel affirmed to himself, with a firm nod of his head.

Daniel didn't want this to happen in his company. He aimed to create an environment where his employees felt valued, appreciated, and an integral part of the team.

"They are more productive when they are happy," Daniel muttered to himself. "If they feel that the company cares, and not just in a superficial way like pizza parties, they will care too."

Daniel recognized that providing his employees with the necessary equipment and supplies was not enough; he needed to create a positive work culture where employees felt supported, heard, and respected. To achieve this, he planned to be proactive and attentive to his employees' needs.

With everything in place, Daniel had one more task to complete. He decided to make a reservation for a small banquet to celebrate the opening of the company. He checked for various buffets and restaurants around for a suitable place to hold the gathering.

After researching various restaurants in the area, Daniel settled on Vikings Luxury Buffet as the ideal location for the company's opening celebration. He picked up his phone and dialed their number, and a friendly voice answered on the other end.

"Hello, Vikings Luxury Buffet. How may I assist you?" the representative greeted him.

"Hi, I would like to make a reservation for a banquet for my company's opening celebration," Daniel replied.

"Sure, we can accommodate that. May I know the date and time of your event?" the representative asked.

"I would like to book for dinner on Monday, March 20, 2023," Daniel said.

"Great. We have availability for that date and time. How many guests are you expecting?" the representative inquired.

"We have around 75 to 100 guests, including employees, their families and friends, my parents, and some acquaintances. Would that be okay?" Daniel asked.

"Yes, that's doable. We can arrange the tables to fit your group size. Is there anything else I can assist you with?" the representative asked.

"No, that's all for now. Thank you so much for your assistance," Daniel said, feeling relieved that the reservation process went smoothly.

After finalizing the reservation details with the Vikings representative, Daniel asked for the total amount due for the reservation. The representative informed him that the total cost would be PHP 120,000 for the reservation, which includes a customized buffet menu and unlimited drinks for up to 100 guests.

With everything settled, Daniel was ecstatic to have secured such a fantastic venue for his company's opening celebration. He knew that it would be an unforgettable event that would be cherished by all of his guests.

Daniel, then sent out invitations to his employees, their families, friends, his parents, and some acquaintances. He also extended invitations to various businesses in the area to network and perhaps even gain new clients. Daniel believed that the celebration would not only be a great way to thank everyone who had supported him but also to strengthen relationships with potential business partners.

He then sent out invitations to his employees, their families, friends, his parents, and some acquaintances. He also extended invitations to various businesses in the area to network and perhaps even gain new clients.

Daniel believed that a celebration would not only be a great way to thank everyone who had supported him but also to strengthen relationships with potential business partners. He hoped that it would set the tone for a positive work culture in the company, one that valued and cared for its employees.