Top 5 reasons why coworking is better than working from home.
by Leanne Schmidt on Dec 28 at 6:00 am
For those who aren’t familiar, coworking is a new style of work where individuals share a large office environment but aren’t employed by a single organization. It’s like a sanctuary for entrepreneurs who hate the trappings of big-business but dearly miss the collaboration and buzz of the office itself. Working from home has countless benefits, but after a few years it can start to drive you bonkers. So if you’re an entrepreneur, freelancer, or have a business with a few employees, relocating from your garage/basement/couch into a coworking space presents all kinds of positive opportunities and benefits.
Here are the top five reasons why coworking is better than working from home:
1. You’re surrounded by like-minded people.
Inspiration comes from many different places. From our dreams, our mentors, research and books. But nothing quite beats being surrounded by people who believe in the potential and power of small business. People who are bursting with ideas and energy. It’s catchy, and will keep you motivated.
2. You’ll have access to a greater skills pool.
Yes, you’re brilliant, but not at everything. In a coworking environment, it’s easy to find people with unique skills who are looking to work on larger, more complex projects. Web designers, developers, strategists, writers and social media experts can connect and collaborate in a coworking space without the commitment of working for a big company.
3. You’ll have access to a larger space, without all the risks.
With typically low monthly fees and drop-in rates, running your small business out of a a coworking space means you’ll have access to a larger, centrally-located office without the risk of purchasing a space or signing a scary lease.
4. You’ll impress your clients and customers.
While your home office might be swanky and clean, nothing says professional like an office complete with boardrooms, fancy presentation equipment, and a secretary who answers the phone. Instead of meeting at Starbucks with your clients and customers, you can invite them to your bustling hive filled with creative professionals.
5. Your productivity will soar.
Running a small business from your couch can be awesome. There’s no commute, no noise, no need to get out of your pyjamas – but then again, there’s nobody watching either. When you’re surrounded by people in an office, it’s human nature to quit procrastinating and keep up with the pace. You’ll also be more productive in a coworking space because of the friendly collaborative environment. If you get stuck, there’s always someone who will offer a quick tip or fact to push you in the right direction.
Find a coworking space near you through the global coworking directory or to learn more about coworking, visit http://coworking.com.
Photo by .dh on Flickr.
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