The Ease of Opening a Business in a Coworking Space

2022 is a new year full of opportunities. In light of the pandemic, many business professionals are seeking an alternative route and opening a business themselves. Starting something new, like going into business for yourself, is exciting but it is often challenging. There are many obstacles – one of them being finding a new workspace.

Coworking spaces like CommonGrounds Workplace are a great place to start. Their flexible membership options work with your business as it grows and supports you with resources you want and need. One size doesn’t fit all, so the space you start in doesn’t have to be the place you stay in long term.

Membership types include communal, desk, and private office so that your business has the option of how much privacy vs. community it needs to thrive.

Communal memberships at CommonGrounds are a great option for the worker who is looking for ultimate flexibility in their workspace. Communal seating is first come, first serve but is still located in common areas that are quiet and comfortable to work in. So, if you are looking for a workspace where you can spend a few days a week (at minimal cost), yet still enjoy all-inclusive amenities – this might be the membership for you.

Dedicated desks feature full access to CommonGrounds all-inclusive amenities and shared spaces, all while having a private desk to call your own where you can safely secure your belongings. Additionally, this membership types allows the ultimate balance of working with others, while having a space to call your own.

Private offices at CommonGrounds come in all sizes to accommodate any type of business. These offices are spacious and have twice the square footage of many other coworking offices. Each office comes equipped with sit-stand desks and ergonomic chairs and is complete with dual paned glass to reduce exterior noise and enhance interior acoustics. All this being said, your office membership still allows you to work in any common area and network with other members in our site.

Having an array of membership types is key when opening a business because of the flexibility it offers. You aren’t locked into a long term lease in a space you might out grow quickly or a space that just doesn’t suit your needs.

Another key part to opening a business is who you know. An ideal environment would have other entrepreneurs, colleagues you can collaborate with, and potential clients just a few doors down. Coworking spaces offer a vast variety of working professionals and encourage networking opportunities to help each member boost their business.

Coworking spaces offer perfect opportunities to spark casual conversation when grabbing a coffee in the kitchen, sitting in the lounge areas, or even just walking down the hallway. Start simple by just being friendly and open. Share a little about your business and ask to hear about their company as well.

Coworking companies tend to host member events all throughout the year. Attending these events are another great way to meet people in the office and make connections. If you are having any trouble, make sure to connect with your workplace team for recommendations on who might be a good connection for your business.

Speaking of your workplace team, they hold immense value for entrepreneurs who are just starting out. Your workplace team is there to support you, whether you need help making connections, with changing workspaces or offices, or supporting you with resources. They handle all of the details that would otherwise be taking up your time – making coffee, ensuring a clean space, mail room details, maintaining printer stations etc. All you have to do is focus on your business.

Opening a business doesn’t have to be something you do alone or completely unsupported. The beauty of a coworking space is that everything is on your terms and everything you don’t want to take care of, is taken care of for you. Coworking spaces evoke a stress free environment, so your creative juices can flow freely. We want you to thrive, succeed, and soar in your new business venture. We want to help you reach your goals.