While it may be trendy, co-working is not just a
trend—it's here to stay. If you currently run your business out of a home
office, you know the pros and cons of working independently. Co-working offers
not only social and professional engagement, but as this niche market expands
and spaces become more specialized, it also provides opportunities for sharing
equipment, technology and other nice-to-haves that many small business owners
otherwise couldn't afford.
Is it for you? Ask yourself a few questions:
1. What's your work style? If you function better in quiet and privacy, you
may find the shared nature of co-working space distracting. If you're a
collaborator, co-working is likely right for you.
2. Can your business benefit from new ideas, networking opportunities and
random new relationships? Those with co-working experience laud interaction and
a feeling of community as top benefits.
3. How important are convenience and professionalism? Most co-working spaces
are plug and play, and all offer a more appropriate client meeting environment
than your living room.
4. Does your work day stretch from 5 p.m., to 6 p.m., to 7 p.m. and beyond?
Co-working space can help you bring more balance, and separate your work and
home lives.
Rolling out of bed and making a 60-second commute to
the coffee maker and on to your home office is convenient, but it's not always
productive and could be limiting growth of your business. It might be time to
consider your options.
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