What You Should Know About Coworking Spaces

Did you know that by 2025, it is projected that 70% of the global workforce will be remote? As the world evolves, the future of work is increasingly getting flexible, demanding more collaboration and suggesting an environment that nurtures shared ideas and resources. Hence, the need for shared workspaces.

From Benjamin Franklin's Junto Club to our modern-day coworking spaces, the concept of an ideal working space has continued to evolve and thrive, and so should you.

If you're growing stale and beset by boredom in the experience of routinely working from home, your corporate office, a restaurant or anywhere else, and you want to shake things up, have a different feel and enjoy the thrill of working, then binge-read this article as we explore the ins and outs of this space. Don't think twice, binge it!

What is a Coworking Space?

A coworking space is a shared office space where individuals, teams from diverse backgrounds and industries come together to work, (often independently), network and collaborate.

When we think of a coworking space, we liken it to a coffee shop, but instead of just caffeine being served, you get served a shot of creativity, a dash of innovation, a splash of productivity, and wholesome connectivity, all mixed in one space. How do you see that?

But is a coworking space for all and sundry? The coworking space accommodates its ideal users from a variety of industries including: Freelancers, remote workers, business owners, creatives, professionals, innovators, readers and startups.

The exciting bit of a coworking setting is the access to amenities, resources and community support it provides. Now, this is something working from home won't plug you in on, and that brings us to knowing the benefits of a coworking space.

Benefits of a Coworking Space

There are a plethora of catchy perks that come with working and maximizing a coworking space. Let's dig them all up!

• Enhanced Productivity:

More than half of the population who work remotely or hybrid are seeking for something or somewhere that would help them stay productive and be consistent at showing up, and you are one of them. Well, many think that when it comes to being super productive and efficient, they have to be confined to a formal office setting, all-day, all-time. Whoever sold that lie must be cruising in some state-of-the-art cuisine, because why not!

But, here's the crystal truth; you do not need to be in an office to be productive. Enhanced productivity is one perk a coworking space offers you for free. As you get to see other individuals working on achieving their clear-cut goals, it rubs off on you because you get compelled to put in your own effort to achieve your own goals, and in situations where you're losing it, you can be sure to get that extra push.

• Flexible Workspace Choices:

Coworking spaces come with various workspace options to choose from, depending on your schedule, taste and work requirements. They come with scalable custom-made packages that cater to the needs and budget of every member. They allow you to get flexible with your working hours on their lease terms and rates. You could choose to go about your other activities and get back to your space when you dim fit, depending on the package you opt-in for.

• Community and Networking:

When it comes to working and networking, coworking spaces are at the helm. They offer an atmosphere that supports connection with like-minded individuals, professionals, potential-employers, business prospects and clients.

Whether you're a freelancer, student, entrepreneur or seeking to get hired, you're in for a swell ride in a coworking space where your next big contract could be sealed! Sounds like a bang, right!

Helen Keller did say; “Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much”

The space allows individuals to pull their ideas together in a common field, and achieve a common desired result. Here, strategic relationships are built, a community is formed, and your paradigm is set on a roll.

• Cost Effective:

Should we talk about the cost of electricity or running your generator for long-hours just so you can power your gadgets to work with? What about the cost of data needed to get your stuff done?

Coworking spaces help reduce overhead cost and utilities. They are equipped with everything necessary to keep you hinged on your work with 24/7 coworking access to every facility so long as you're a registered member. There's the available ultra-fast Wi-Fi, uninterrupted power supply, and other basic office amenities to aid operational efficiency all at a pocket-friendly cost, in contrast to that incurred by working from home or the office.

• Work-Life Balance:

It's usually a struggle balancing work and daily living. You could be caught up in so much work that you forget to breathe. By breathe, we don't mean the casual involuntary inhale and exhale you do - or maybe that's it. But by breathe we mean; recharge, refresh and repeat.

Coworking spaces give off the ambience that allows you to unwind, take a breather from the hassle, like you hitting the pause button from a Netflix movie to go get a glass of your favorite juice, then hitting the resume button to get back on.

It doesn't have to be ‘all work and no play’ in a coworking space. There's always room for taking breaks off your screen, stepping out for a walk, getting a snack, catching some breath of fresh air, or even getting a little nap for a rejuvenated mind.

Tips on Choosing a Coworking Space

There's often the decisive moment on choosing a suitable coworking space. What you don't want to experience is the pangs of regret that come with opting for a workspace that doesn't align to your taste, remote work etiquette, convenience, location and value-propositions.

• Coworking Systems and Structures: 

In choosing a coworking space, ensure that you don't just judge by outward look but by the internal systems and structures put in place to give a worthwhile experience. Is the internal environment friendly enough to support your work goals and vision? Ensure it isn't a toxic environment.

• Qualitative Service: 

Asides the affordability, is the service rendered of good quality? Are the suggestions and complaints of its members placed into consideration or left in the box. Ensure you'd get value for your money and decision.

• Location: 

What is the area or location of the workspace like? Ensure the workspace is located in an area that is motorable. You don't want to be held up in the hassle of finding a convenient route that leads to your workspace when you have a scheduled virtual meeting or task.

• Ask the Right Questions: 

Choosing a coworking space and a suitable one at that, would mean that you ask the right questions on their terms and policies, workspace rules, and so on, to ascertain whether or not the space aligns with your work type and demands.

• Security and Privacy: 

You'd need to put into consideration your work type and the level of security and privacy to ensure your safety and that of your gadgets or work tools. Ensure the coworking space is secured, having trained security personnel on guard and that your shared space has lockable entry and exit doors.

Imagine walking into a workspace that feels like a fusion of Tesla's innovation, Amazon Books’ coziness, and the serenity of an art gallery. Sounds too good to be true? Well this ‘too good’ is true at Corebicle. The workspace that calls the shots when it comes to ensuring healthy coworking spaces.

Why is Corebicle a Core Working Space?

At Corebicle Workspace, we recognize the sauce coworking spaces bring to the table and productivity is at the helm of our values. We've curated facilities and modified an atmosphere that encourages more teamwork, shared creativity and stellar innovation.

We have a wide range of amenities to aid your working productively and overall career success. From the ultra-fast Wi-Fi, to the uninterrupted power supply, well-ventilated and neat work areas, available convenience, lunch area, top-notch customer service and much more.

Also, we care about making our workspace accessible to all, yet we understand that not everyone can swing it financially. This is why we provide affordable alternatives on daily, weekly, bi-weekly and monthly plans to cover for all budget ranges. Enthralling, innit?

That's not all, we at Corebicle are head-over-heels with the beauty of connection. Hence, we have a community built to help you stay updated, be the first to know what's up, stand a chance to win a free subscription plan and other goodies when you hop in HERE. Now this is super enthralling!

Rounding Off

Undoubtedly, using a coworking space has a significant impact on you as an individual and your business enterprise. You only need to have the right mindset and attitude to staying productive and making great connections that would hone your efficiency and bring your goals to fruition at a go.

Coworking spaces have come to stay and with this, you should give us a try today by visiting Corebicle to have a seat at the CORE of where the best minds work. We're rooting for you!