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How do you choose your coworking space?
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Johanna
16/09/2024
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How do you choose your coworking space?
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Remember the days when the only choice was between a closed office and an open space? Well, those days are gone. Today, with almost 3,500 coworking spaces scattered all over France, finding the right professional cocoon is almost an art. But rest assured, at Worklib we've decided to make your life easier. We've concocted a method to help you find the perfect coworking space for you and your teams. Ready to play the Stéphane Plaza of coworking?
Step 1: Define your strategy
As with any good strategy, the first question to ask is simple: where are your troops, and where should they go? If your team is spread out over several fronts, opt for several small strategic bases close to your employees' homes. This way, everyone will be able to find their own haven without having to cross the whole of Paris or Lyon in a crowded metro.
On the other hand, if you need to gather your forces in a central point, then look for a coworking space capable of accommodating all or part of your teams. The idea? An HQ that embodies your collective energy. In short, think square meters and flexibility.
Step 2: Choose the ideal location
Location, location, location... We can't stress this enough, it's the number one criterion. If you had to keep just one thing in mind from this article, it would probably be this. Proximity to transport, business districts or a more relaxed atmosphere in a central, lively area? The choice is yours.
Think about your employees' daily lives too: the easier it is for them to access coworking facilities, the more they'll enjoy putting down their computers. It's a bit like finding the perfect café just around the corner, the one that makes you want to go there every morning.
Step 3: Analyze your usage
Let's move on to the more pragmatic part: your needs. How many workstations? How many meeting rooms? How about a place to relax between meetings? And let's not forget the most important thing: a nap area is scientifically proven to boost productivity!
Take stock of your current needs, but also think about the future. A coworking space that can grow with you is a bit like stretch jeans: it adapts and stays comfortable.
Step 4: Screen the services on offer
Finding a beautiful space is good. Finding a space that makes your life easier is even better. Welcoming your visitors, phone boxes for quiet calls, microwaves for lunches on the go, the coffee machine of your dreams... Make sure your coworking space ticks all the boxes in your daily business life.
And when it comes to relaxation, don't skimp either! Yoga classes or wellness activities are always a plus. Imagine yourself in head-down doggy pose next to your office neighbor - doesn't that create a bond?
Step 5: Assess the community
Last but not least: the community. A coworking space is all about atmosphere, interaction and networking at the coffee machine. Ask yourself this crucial question: does the community you're about to join match your ambitions and your corporate culture? Are the activities on offer conducive to bonding?
It's a bit like choosing a good wine: it has to match your taste and be a pleasant experience.
Choosing a coworking space is a bit like choosing an extension to your offices. It has to reflect your company's DNA, offering a setting in which your employees feel good, where they're motivated to come, day after day. Take your time, test out several options, and above all, don't forget to gather feedback from your employees.
