The Benefits of Co-Working Spaces
You’ve probably heard of co-working space by now – they’ve been around for a while and are getting a lot of attention! There are many benefits to signing up for a co-working office space: a professional space to meet clients, a separation from your home life (no more working on the couch!) and usually there’s some great coffee and snacks available! But you might not realize there are some lesser known benefits that you might be overlooking – and these can actually improve your business!
Networking is important, especially for a start-up or any new business. The personal connections you make are the solid foundation of early adopters and cheerleaders that will take you to the next level. What many people don’t realize is that networking is built in to co-working! In fact, most co-working spaces will have networking events that allow all the workers to get to know each other.
smallbusinessbc.ca explains how you can achieve “Networking Through Coworking”
Working alone places a barrier between you and people who could potentially help your business. Another one of the benefits of Coworking is that it puts you near people who might have vastly different skillsets or solutions to problems, allowing you to “pick their brains”. If you can find a coworking space that aligns with your field of work, it makes this benefit all the stronger.
Sure you could work at home, but do you have a 3D printer at home? One unexpected perk of using a co-working space is the seriously professional amenities and services available. You get a proper desk, an ergonomic chair, and business-grade equipment like printers and scanners. And yes: some co-working spaces even have specialty equipment like 3D printers, sound recording rooms, photography lighting and more. You’ll have a tough time fitting all of that into your apartment!
Asma Hafiz at coworkingmag.com tells us about the cost savings – and premium services – that come with co-working:
Coworking spaces give entrepreneurs and young startups an opportunity to work in a fully equipped office without having to worry about setting up their own private office. Establishing an office can be a tedious task which requires a lot of funds. One major benefit of coworking is that it is the best way to work in an office with minimum investment. By working in a coworking space you can operate your business without indulging in expenses that come with setting up an office.
The most incredible benefit by far is the simple magic of being in the right place at the right time. Like we said above, networking is built into the co-working experience and so is the spirit of collaboration. In a shared office space you’ll find eclectic professionals with a wide variety of expertise – and they’re right across the desk for you to ask a question! You’ll never know what innovative solutions you’ll come up with when you’re in the right place at the right time.
Peter Nugent at thedockingstation tells us about the unmatchable benefit of kismet and opportunity when working in a shared office:
Because coworking spaces operate on a come and go as you please basis, they attract people from a variety of professions. Different people mean different ideas, ways of thinking and skill sets. This, in turn, means that it can be the perfect place to seek out a collaborator where both individuals’ unique skills are used to create an end result. The old “two heads (or more) are better than one” adage.
Now that you know the hidden benefits of co-working spaces, check out our space here and claim your desk.