If you are still unaware of what coworking is, it is about a common workspace shared by professionals and entrepreneurs.
Working from home is complex as there could be many distractions. For example, if your pet does not demand attention or being fed, you might be able to get away with spending more time in bed just because you happen to have one at your “office”.
As business improves or your client list beefs up, you will be pushed to have a space to work in team or where you can host more people. Therefore, we recommend you read these 3 unknown advantages before looking for a bigger and more expensive place than needed.
1. It is cheaper than leasing
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A wise person once said, “do not take any work home”. The problem arises when you turn your bedroom into an office with the purpose of reducing expenses. Nevertheless, after some days working from home, you might find yourself consulting with the walls the reason you are not reaching your target objectives in a timely manner.
You might be in a stage where a bigger office suitable for a big team is not required. Coworking spaces offer several benefits at an excellent price. Such benefits are not limited to ultra-fast WI-FI internet, maintenance, janitorial services, furniture and conference rooms.
The biggest economical advantage is that all these perks come with a membership, which in turn is cheaper than leasing, so you don’t need to worry about tidying up, dealing with your internet provider or making sure you have a space to meet with a client.
2. Networking
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If you work from home, there is no pressure on you. But what if you need a little push? The moment you do cowork, you will be able to spend time with other entrepreneurs and freelancers. You will be able to consult with them situations outside your spectrum of expertise, you will be able to listen to advices or even find business connections.
“Creativity is connecting things” -Steve Jobs
The people we spend time with says a lot about us. When you cowork in a binational business center, you will be able to do networking with seasoned people and entrepreneurs seeking success. Both kinds will drive you in whatever direction your professional goal is.
Being sheltered by experts in other areas will boost your confidence to focus in your strengths and be able to learn from others. This way, you will be able to vary knowledge within your business.
3. Shared spaces
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The quality of the spaces you have access to in cowork are amazing. Networking should be ignited in an innovative and thrilling environment. Imagine if you had to meet a potential client in a cramped 12 sq. ft space with gray walls, a table and a chair. Certainly, a very depressing atmosphere, right?
Good business centers offer a great variety of shared spaces with a cowork membership. From break rooms, reading rooms or a place to play a round of ping-pong. All these activities provide an added value to the space you are occupying since you can always use these shared spaces with your membership.
Are you ready to try coworking as your new form of doing business?
