The new wave of coworking office space has changed the way a lot of companies are doing business. So, it makes sense that there are a lot of entrepreneurs who are looking to run their own business out of these office spaces. Here are some tips to help make sure your business flourishes from the coworking office space:
Make (and stick to) a Schedule
While one of the benefits of coworking space is that you can do away with “regular” 9-5 office hours, it is important when running a business that you make a schedule for yourself and stick to it.
Limit Your Multitasking Moments
A lot of people who start running a business themselves feel like it is 100 percent on them to do everything and do it all at once. While it may feel like this, this type of practice can sink your efforts faster that it will help you get things done. Make sure you are focusing on achievable tasks one at a time. This will help increase your efficiency and improve the quality of your content. This can be done easily from a coworking office space by limiting your stimulants.
Choose Your Space Wisely
One of the most important things to keep in mind when looking to run your business from a coworking office is your specific business needs. What kind of amenities will you need in order to complete your day-to-day tasks? Internet access is a must, but do you require a board/meeting room? Kitchen space? Lounge areas? Mail services? It is important that you know exactly what you will need in order to make the project work.
Social Media Presence
Just because you will be running a business out of a shared space does not mean you will not be able to market yourself, and social media is the perfect place to do it. Let people see the product and know how they can reach you.
Automation is Key
There are a lot of apps available for small business owners that can make logistics and finances a lot simpler. Going automated on these tasks can save you a lot of time and brain energy in the long run.
This post was written by Tara Kintz. Tara is a director at Signature Workspace which is a work space rental. Signature Workspace, owned and operated by Cantor Fund Management, offers services and amenities such as private offices, flex space, co-working space, virtual offices, meeting/conference rooms, and more.