If you’re like a lot of people, you may have transitioned from the office to your home as your primary workplace over the last couple of years. And while you might not need an office all the time, it doesn’t mean you never will.
Whether you need an office for a meeting or a few days, a drop-in coworking space can provide many benefits to remote professionals.
Who Can Benefit from a Drop-In Coworking Space?
Coworking spaces attract a variety of professionals, and flexibility is at its core, designed to suit the needs of any professional looking for a workspace.
While a drop-in coworking space can benefit virtually anybody who needs a professional work environment, for an hour, a day, or a week, it can be especially beneficial to:
- Travelers and digital nomads who need an out-of-town workspace in different cities.
- Professionals with clients, such as lawyers or realtors, who need meeting space on an occasional basis or in another city.
- Workers who need a change of scenery, are seeking socialization, or just need to get out of the house!
- Remote teams who need an occasional meeting space or a collaborative work environment.
- Entrepreneurs and small businesses who need a space to collaborate on projects on occasion.
7 Benefits of a Drop-In Coworking Space
Whether you’re looking for a change of scenery for an hour or a day, or you need a place to host a meeting or event, a drop-in coworking space may be the answer.
Here’s why.
1. Productive and focused environment
There can be a lot of distractions when working from home. Drop-in coworking spaces promote concentration and productivity with features like:
- A quiet, distraction-free environment.
- Sound-insulated phone booths to make private calls.
- Separate areas for coffee or lunch breaks.
- Meeting rooms where you can host team gatherings, webinars, or virtual meetings.
2. Cost-effective and flexible contracts
Coworking spaces are all about flexibility, meaning the contracts are simple and short.
And, with a drop-in coworking space, you can come and go when and how you please, without having to worry about a contract at all. You can simply purchase coworking day passes when you need them. This flexibility makes it a super convenient option.
And because you’re only using the space when you need it, it’s cost-effective. You pay for what you need and nothing more.
3. Convenient amenities and services
When you work from home, it’s not uncommon to experience WiFi and IT issues or to lack necessary business tools and amenities like scanners and printers. But drop-in coworking spaces have all the amenities and services you could ever need.
If you work at a drop-in coworking space, you’ll have access to:
- High-speed, reliable internet.
- Printing, scanning, photocopying services.
- Mail, call forwarding, and other virtual office services.
- A/V equipment and whiteboards in all meeting rooms.
- Fully-appointed kitchens with free coffee and snacks.
4. Exciting networking and social opportunities
WFH can be lonely. A lot of people find that they need to get out of the house and interact with others throughout the day or week. Using a drop-in coworking space can help fill this need in two ways:
- Professional networking: Besides natural networking opportunities, many coworking spaces also offer formal events, networking opportunities, or presentations for their members in bookable flex spaces.
- Informal socialization: Casual coffee-break chats and after-work drinks are some of the best parts of working in an office. Take advantage of social opportunities with other members!
Access to a professional community is one of the biggest benefits of escaping your home office each week! It can make a huge difference in your mood, productivity, and work-life balance.
5. Professional and collaborative setting
We’re sorry to say it, but if you need to meet with a client, coffee shops don’t cut it for professional meetings! Instead, you can book a meeting room in a coworking space and project professionalism with a client. You’ll have a private and comfortable place to meet with amenities and services to help things run smoothly.
Meeting rooms include:
- A/V equipment and technology for a presentation.
- Functional space with a table and chairs for various group sizes.
- Access to tea, coffee, or food catering services.
6. Motivating and creative colleagues
This one is connected to point #4 because it has to do with the people around you. When working by yourself, it’s easy to get stuck in your own head or in a rut. But at a coworking space, you’ll be around a ton of other like-minded creative professionals. It’s so motivating to work alongside other hard-working individuals!
7. Unlimited coffee and time
Coffee shops and public places like a library are other options to work outside of your house. And while they’re okay options, there are some major drawbacks. You can’t stay much longer than a few hours—at least without getting the side-eye from a barista indicating you’ve overstayed your welcome!
Coworking spaces don’t have this issue. Just think: unlimited coffee and all-day access. You can stay focused, stay energized (caffeinated), and get your work done!
The options for work are no longer just the office, your home, or a public place. Drop-in coworking spaces offer many benefits to professionals looking for occasional office space. If you’re interested in working at The Post for a day, book a day pass today.