How To Be More Effective In A Coworking Space

Amber Monaco • April 24, 2018

I can’t say enough good things about the benefits of coworking.   Coworking spaces are a special place where employees and entrepreneurs thrive .   According to the Harvard Business Review, coworkers are more productive, collide with people they would have otherwise never met, and place more meaning on their work.

Yes, there are the intangible benefits of spending time in a coworking space, like finding community  and the networking.   Aside from the intangible benefits, coworking spaces are there to grow and accelerate your business’ success.

Here are 6 ways to be more effective in a coworking space:

1. Take advantage of peer-to-peer learning

You can either pop into a skillshare or have a conversation with someone next to you.   It’s often those 10-minute conversations that are more helpful than scheduling a 60-minute meeting that keeps getting put off.

2.   Observe the people around you

When you are surrounded by smart, clever, and motivated people, you are going to pick up on that energy.   You’re going to see how others are executing and want to have that for yourself.

3.   Talk to other humans

Working from home can be lonely, and there’s only so much feedback your cat can give you.   We all crave human interaction, even the introverts who quietly observe and stealthily retreat.   It’s the community that inspires us to grow, learn, and accelerate your business.   If you’re feeling shy, ask your community manager to make an introduction .

4.   Embrace collaboration, not competition

At coworking spaces, you aren’t competing with the guy next to you for the next big promotion.   You’re hoping that they find success, just like you’re working hard to make your business succeed.   Find your work’s identity by understanding how you fit in among other members.   Collaboration is a form of emotional support we all need.

5.   Make your hours work for you

Your Bridge Space membership comes with 24/7 access.   It’s totally fine if you need to go to the dentist in the middle of the day, hit the gym for some stress relief, or set up camp at the DMV.   You can come back at any time and pick up where you left off.   Decide if a quiet corner is better for you to be productive or if you thrive off the hustle and bustle of the member lounge.   No matter where you sit, there’s always space for productivity.

6.   Leave

Yes, we do want you to leave at some point.   Create a schedule for yourself.   Find balance so your work doesn’t overflow into your personal life.   Finish up your to-do list before you walk out the door so you have the mental bandwidth to focus on your family, personal life, and allow your brain to truly rest. 

And for if you’re someone who needs a private space to be productive, take phone calls, or lock up your lucky swirly chair, we have private office memberships that are perfect for you too. 

With a private office, you have all of the benefits of coworking but the extra privacy of a lockable office and a room that’s all your own.

Think a private office is right for you?  

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