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The thermometer in Plaza del Sol could be used to fry an egg and the air in the street weighs like a lead blanket. Yes, friends, that time of year in Madrid has arrived: the heat wave<\/strong>. That time when your main goal is not to close that big project, but to survive the commute from your house to the metro without becoming a sweat map.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Working from home sounds idyllic until your laptop starts to smoke, the fan only moves hot air from one side to the other and your electricity bill for the air conditioning gives you cold sweats of a different kind. Trying to concentrate becomes mission impossible. Productivity melts faster than an ice cream on Gran Via at four in the afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But what if we told you that you don’t have to give up? As experts in creating perfect working environments<\/a>, we know that it’s possible to not only survive but thrive during Madrid’s heat wave<\/a>. Here are 10 tried-and-tested tricks to keep your head cool and your productivity sky-high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It seems obvious, but it’s the number one mistake. When you’re concentrating, you forget to drink water. And no, that fifth cup of coffee doesn’t hydrate, quite the opposite. Mild dehydration already causes fatigue, lack of concentration and headaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The trick:<\/strong> Keep a large, cold bottle of water on your desk at all times. Set alarms if necessary. Add slices of lemon, cucumber or mint to make it more palatable. Think of it as the premium fuel your brain needs to stay cool in the hot sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Ibercenter plus:<\/strong> Imagine having unlimited access to filtered and chilled water fountains, and the option of a coffee break service that includes fresh juices and soft drinks without you having to lift a finger. At our centres, hydration is part of the service, not just another task on your list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We know image is important, especially if you’re an executive or a lawyer who needs to project professionalism. But trying to wear a wool suit in the middle of July is a recipe for disaster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The trick:<\/strong> choose natural, breathable fabrics like linen, cotton or viscose. Light colours reflect light and warmth. If you have an important meeting, you can take your jacket or blazer and put it on just before you go in. The key is strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Ibercenter plus<\/strong>: The best part of working in a space like ours in Azca<\/a> or Vel\u00e1zquez? The environment is perfectly air-conditioned. You can dress impeccably and professionally without fearing the first drop of sweat. You’ll project the image you want because you’ll feel comfortable and cool, not because you’re wearing inappropriate attire for the heat wave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Madrid in summer has its own rhythm. The city slows down at midday and revives at sunset, so why should your working day be an exception?<\/p>\n\n\n\n The trick<\/strong>: If your job allows it, adapt your schedule. Start working earlier, take advantage of the coolness of the morning for the most demanding tasks, take a longer break during the hottest hours (from 14:00 to 17:00) and, if necessary, resume work in the afternoon-evening. This is the secret of Mediterranean productivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Ibercenter plus<\/strong>: Flexibility is our middle name. For entrepreneurs, freelancers or digital nomads, who do not follow a traditional 9 to 5, or for expanding teams working in different time zones, our centres with 24\/7 access are the perfect ally to adapt work to your life (and temperature), and not the other way around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your house has become an oven. The coffee shop on the corner is crowded, the Wi-Fi is unstable, and the air conditioning is a lottery. You need a refuge, a place where the only heat you feel is the heat of your passion for your work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The trick:<\/strong> Find a third space. A library, a cultural centre… or, the smartest option, a professional workspace. A place designed for concentration, with a stable and pleasant temperature throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Ibercenter plus:<\/strong> This is, literally, what we do. Our centres in Azca, Gran V\u00eda<\/a> and Vel\u00e1zquez are air-conditioned oases in the middle of boiling pavement. Not only do we guarantee you a perfect temperature, but also silence, ergonomics and an atmosphere that invites you to concentrate. Forget the noise of the fan and the dripping of home air conditioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Have you noticed that your computer is slowing down, that the internal fan sounds like the turbine of a plane about to take off? Extreme heat affects the performance of your devices, can cause unexpected crashes and shorten their lifespan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The trick:<\/strong> Make sure your laptop has good ventilation. Don’t use it on a bed or a cushion. Use cooling pads and clean the internal fans regularly. And pray that your router doesn’t decide to take a holiday from overheating in the middle of an important video call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Ibercenter plus<\/strong>: In our offices, the technology infrastructure is designed for maximum performance. Temperature control<\/a> not only benefits you, but also your equipment. In addition, our high-speed, fibre-optic internet connection is robust and stable, heatwave-proof and critical meeting-proof. For a growing company or a remote consultant, this reliability is not a luxury, it’s a necessity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bringing an important client across Madrid at 3pm in the middle of a heat wave for a meeting is almost a declaration of war. They will arrive hot, uncomfortable and probably less receptive to your proposal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The trick:<\/strong> Use technology to your advantage. Propose a video call for topics that do not require physical presence. If a face-to-face meeting is essential, schedule it in the early morning or late afternoon. And, of course, choose a location that is easily accessible and guarantees a fresh and professional welcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Ibercenter plus<\/strong>: This is where we shine. For example, our client, a lawyer in the Barrio de Salamanca, welcoming his clients in one of our elegant meeting rooms<\/a> in Vel\u00e1zquez<\/a>, with perfect air conditioning and a glass of cold water waiting, completely changes the perception. For companies in Azca, our rooms equipped with the latest videoconferencing technology allow you to close deals with the other side of the world without leaving the financial heart of Madrid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It may sound strange, but handling papers, filing cabinets and physical documents in hot weather is sticky and uncomfortable. Plus, it forces you to have storage space which, in a flat in Madrid, is gold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
1. Hydration is your new religion (and coffee doesn’t count).<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
2. Dress for success… thermal edition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
3. Adopt summertime (for real)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
4. Find your own air-conditioned “oasis” (and no, the freezer section of the supermarket doesn’t work).<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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5. Your technology also suffers from the heat wave<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
6. Plan smart, cool meetings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
7. Digitise as much as possible: paper gets hot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n