Digital nomads are increasing at unprecedented rates. More and more people are shunning the traditional working environment. Some of them want to work while touring the world. Others want to work anytime. In Australia alone, for example, independent contractors or freelancers now make up one-third of Australia’s workforce. The number is growing exponentially. Coworking spaces […]
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Coworking Isn’t Just for Solopreneurs: Why Your Small Business Will Benefit from a Shared Space
When you think of coworking spaces, you probably think of freelancers who pay a small fee to rent a seat at a desk shared with several other people. A quiet coworking space offers relief from the distraction of loud coffee shops and unpredictability of available electrical outlets. While coworking spaces are utilized by freelancers and […]
Why More Businesses are Turning to Coworking
The labor market remains tight, and businesses are turning to creative solutions to find skilled workers. A potential, growing option is coworking. Charge Spot defines coworking as a space where freelancers, startups, and now larger businesses get together and share a workspace. Coworking will continue to grow more popular as the traditional salaried worker gives […]
Startups: From the Basement to a Shared Office Space
One of the first indications a startup is growing is when the business moves from the basement into an office. What we call startups today were some of the earliest businesses to explore “shared office space” because often they could not stay in the home but also couldn’t afford traditional office space, so often they […]
Coworking Space vs. Business Center Office: Which is Better?
There is a common misconception that coworking space is the same as business center office space, but is cheaper with more opportunities for networking and collaboration. These are the claims made by coworking providers, however, often these are misleading claims using an apples-to-oranges product comparison – and assume business centers don’t have networking and collaboration […]
4 Meaningful Ways to Smooth Your Move from a Coworking Space to a Private Office
Congratulations! Your small business has grown to the point that you can begin consider moving out of your coworking space into a private office. Coworking spaces have become highly popular over the past few years, as startups look for a work environment better than their garage yet not as expensive as the traditional office. Working […]
Coworking Spaces: Meet New People While Getting Tax Breaks
As a solopreneur, finding a consistent workspace can be a battle. Whether feeling lonely or distracted in your personal living room to feeling like an intruder in a coffee shop, there’s got to be another solution where productivity and your personality can soar. While some solopreneurs thrive on rolling out of bed and into their […]
6 Lessons Small Businesses Can Take from Germany’s Thriving Startup Scene
You’ve heard it all before: global cities claiming to be the ‘new Silicon Valley.’ The truth is that the Bay Area’s tech and startup dominance isn’t going anywhere, with roughly 70% of all venture capital funding located in the United States. But with the new President at a potential economic crossroads, this doesn’t mean America […]