Choosing A CoWorking Space

So you have decided to work in a coworking space? Brilliant! Now the question is which coworking should you choose? With so many coworking spaces out there, it can be quite difficult to find the one that’s most suitable for your venture. Nonetheless, here are a few tips that will guide you to the perfect spot.

Location

Location undoubtedly should be first and foremost in choosing the best coworking space for you. If you are in the services business, you should opt for a location that suits your clients. You should choose a location that will leave a good impression on your first meeting with a prospect. However, if most of your work can be done remotely and you prefer to work at someplace quiet, then you should opt for a location that is nearest to where you live.

Inhabitants

While choosing a space, it’s worthwhile to check out the list of tenants that are occupying the space. If you are a freelancer and are looking for networking opportunities, choosing a coworking space that has professionals from various work domains can open up many doors for meeting other like-minded workers. If your coworking allows a trial period, make sure you meet the tenants and see if you are able to connect with them. Nothing is better than working in a jovial environment with passionate people.

Ease of commuting

Perhaps the reason you left your job was because you were wasting too much time commuting to the office. Well the good news is, now that you work for yourself, you can get rid that frustrating part of your day. Starting your day free from traffic jams or public transport can really do wonders for your productivity and well-being. Also, if you are planning to hire a staff, a place that is easy to commute to is definitely a prime criterion for almost everyone.

Futuristic and Robust 

You started on your own and guess what, it turned out to be amazing for you! Sooner than you imagined, you need to bring more people onboard. Having a robust office space that allows you to expand comfortably can be a good thing to keep in mind when choosing your preferred coworking location. Having to continually shift bases can get a bit annoying.

Amenities 

The coworking space should have all major amenities that one expects from his/her workplace. A lot of coworking spaces may commit the moons and the stars, but do not actually ask the tenants for their feedback. Keep in mind that a fully-equipped workspace will come with a price, so try to choose a space that doesn’t disturb the balance of being both economical and amenable.

Budget

This is a very important factor in choosing a coworking space. When starting up a new business, there are a lot of investments involved. You definitely want to keep your expenses to a bare minimum level. So, choose an appropriate coworking space that fits your budget. Seeing your monthly rent become a liability for you is the last thing that you would want.

Community events

A lot of coworking spaces organize weekly community events, including talks from successful entrepreneurs. Many of the events also bring in some very influential people and investors as the chairpersons, which is great for networking. Look out for these dynamic spaces, as such events may turn out to be useful in gaining exposure for your business.