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Work from Home vs Shared Office Space or Coworking Space

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What are the challenges in working from home?

Work from home, is, in that respect, a little too comfortable. The environment and comfort of home can be counter-productive for all those who do not possess utmost self-control and concentration abilities, especially when there are other family members around (that can be very distracting). It is very casual, and not the place you’d have in mind to schedule a meeting with a potential client or a company employee.

HOME IS THE BEST PLACE TO WORK, TILL……

A person’s own home is easily the best place where you would rather be at nearly all given time. Home helps you to relax, take things easy and just be yourself. You frame the rule of the game and you only, get to keep or break them. Life seems all set. No other place can provide the comfort and convenience that a home does. This is true, till you add another person to the equation or work requirements grow far more than previous. In the case of the latter, focusing on work becomes pivotal for the growth of the business, for it will set the tone for the future. The pros n cons to work from home are explained here.

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 WORK FROM SHARED OFFICE SPACE OR COWORKING SPACE

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For the reasons mentioned, a home may not be an ideal place for businesses and professionals who strive for fast growth. They need alternative options that are not too expensive, yet offer flexibility that a business requires. That is where shared office space or Coworking space comes in. Some features of such offerings are listed below

4 Features of Shared Office Space or Coworking Space

  1. An office at minimal cost
  2. Flexibility & Easy Hours
  3. No Distractions
  4. Expanding Network

An office at minimal cost

You need to have an office if you’re looking to build something big, for reasons including working, expansion, inviting clients et cetera. Investing in your own office, whether a purchase or a lease, can be a big ask, especially taking into consideration the first requirement – being economical. A shared office space or co-working space gives you the benefit of all office features, for a comparatively minuscule cost.

Flexibility & Easy Hours

booking your office space can extremely easy, courtesy of many online Coworking websites and mobile applications. You can also control beforehand how long you’d like to stay in the office, and pay for it accordingly. You can book MONTHLY, DAILY OR HOURLY as per requirement. That way you can balance your time between the professional and personal realms of life.

No Distractions

Here’s one huge selling point of shared or co-working space. They may be flexible and convenient, but that isn’t at the expense of professionalism. You can get some serious work done, in an environment meant to stimulate and boost productivity, and also retain vital privacy and discreetness.

Also Read: Why Coworking Is Ideal for Women Entrepreneurs

Expanding Network

You are guaranteed to come across several people in the same boat as you are, and those people are the ones with whom you can discuss and debate new ideas, propose or enter into a collaboration, or, at the very least, expand your network with those who understand your needs, your ideas and your vision, having been there themselves.


COWORKING OR SHARED OFFICE SPACE IN GURGAON

If you are looking for Coworking space in Gurgaon, check out The Office Pass at Sohna Road. It ticks all the boxes and working there can have a positive impact on your business.

Happy Coworking.

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7 things to keep in mind before selecting a Coworking space

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When deciding on a Coworking space to rent, one needs to keep a few things in mind which will be beneficial in the long run.

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7 things to keep in mind before selecting a Coworking space

  1. Location
  2. Facilities
  3. Pricing
  4. Flexibility
  5. Office Timings
  6. Meeting & Conference Rooms
  7. Culture & Community

Location

Coworking space location should be central, easy to find and reach, both for you and your clients. If you use your own vehicle for commuting, make sure space has enough secured parking either within or near the office. Coworking location should have good connectivity so you are able to reach the office using multiple transport systems, both public and private.

Facilities

Facilities at the Coworking space should take care of all your basic needs like a nice and decent looking office (where you would love to call your customers & friends), Hi-speed WiFi connection, printer & scanner facility, Coffee & Chai depending on your preference, access to conference and meeting rooms and good air-conditioning system. Many Coworking spaces do not have adequate power back-up which can cause issues especially in summers, so check for that. Apart from these, a Coworking space should provide a quite area (for taking important long duration phone calls) and a breakout area wherein you can spend time away from your work and relax for a while.

Pricing

You should choose an affordable Coworking space that offers good returns for the money. Many offices charge a relatively low membership fee but make you pay for other facilities like WiFi access (beyond some GBs), Coffee & Chai, printer & scanner. Look at the overall monthly cost and not just the membership fee.

Flexibility

Some Coworking space providers ask for a 1-2 months fee as a security deposit and some have a lock-in period of 2-4 months (before which you cannot vacate). On the other hand some allow you complete flexibility and do not have a security deposit and lock-in periods. In a recently launched Coworking space in Gurgaon you can take office on MONTHLY, DAILY or HOURLY basis as required. Moreover, users pay only for the seat(s) they book. If team size expands, buy more seats and vice versa. Look for such Coworking spaces.

Office Timings

Make sure that the opening & closing hours of the Coworking space suit your business. If you’re a late riser and the Coworking space closes at 5 pm, you’re probably going to have short working hours. On the other hand, some coworking spaces open at 10 am and continue till 8 pm which may suit you perfectly. Whatever it is, make sure it fits your business and body clock.

Also Read: 8 Things Employers Can Do to Increase Employee Productivity

Meeting & Conference Rooms

It’s great to work side by side with Coworkers, but if your business requires you to meet customers or vendors face to face, make sure that the Coworking space has space to hold a meeting or do a conference call with a client. Coworking spaces should offer these options. These can also be used for discussions or reviews with your own company colleague (if more people from the same organization are working together).


Culture & Community

It’s fun to work with people who are in the same boat as you. It’s likely that they would be grappling with the same issues that keep you awake at the night. If you can benefit from the experiences of other Coworkers and vice versa, then you achieve more while at work. You become part of a larger community and culture that thrive on each other’s experience. This can bring life into your business, and providing you the ability to give something back too.

Coworking Space in Sohna Road, Gurgaon

If you are looking for Coworking space in Gurgaon, check out The Office Pass at Sohna Road, near Huda City Center metro station, new Gurgaon or in Cyber City, DLF Phase 3. It ticks all the boxes and working there can have a positive impact on your business. Keep these 7 points in mind before selecting a space.

Happy Coworking.

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Coworking in India, a fast emerging trend - The Office Pass

Coworking in India, A fast emerging trend!

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WHAT ARE THE TRENDS IN COWORKING in india?

Indian society is opening up and fast becoming a shared economy. Young at heart is sharing their personal information and letting their friends get a sneak peek into their personal spaces. This is not restricted to a mere sharing of pictures on Facebook and Instagram but the sharing extends far beyond.

Indians are increasingly sharing a cab ride (UBER) and their home spaces with complete strangers (AirBnB) if there is a material economic benefit. Coworking in India seems like the next big logical extension for this upwardly mobile generation and is an emerging trend.

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IS COWORKING REALLY THE NEXT BIG THING?

While it’s still a relatively new concept here in India, Coworking has been a huge success wherever it’s been implemented across the globe. As Matt Cooper so well put it, “This evolution of Coworking – from a desk and a chair, to a collaborative workspace, to a curated community – will only continue as companies and professionals grapple with the changes in how, when and where we work.”

WHAT IS COWORKING?

The concept essentially involves an environment where a few professionals, small companies, freelancers and startups come together to plan about and work on or towards their business. This environment is basically an office space, complete with all facilities and infrastructure that one requires during their hours at the office. This includes but is not limited to peace of mind, high-speed WiFi connectivity, coffee & chai, conference & meeting rooms, printing and lockers facilities.

WHO SHOULD USE COWORKING?

Coworking is best suited for Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), freelancers, people who otherwise work from home or someone who often has to travel to cities where an office hasn’t yet been built to house him. If you are an MSME or a freelancer looking for Coworking space in Gurgaon, have a look at The Office Pass at Sohna Road, as it is customized for your needs.

WHY YOU SHOULD USE COWORKING OR SHARED OFFICE SPACE?

Trying to create your own identity amongst an insane amount of established firms, corporations and conglomerates can be extremely daunting, and that’s where Coworking steps in to lend you a hand. Instead of spending significantly on your infrastructure, living a little apprehensive of getting returns on your investment, being a single man against the rest of the world, and lastly, the impact of the work both physically and mentally can be overwhelming, to say the least.

Also Read: Top 7 Coworking Advantages for Mid-Size Companies

What you’d ideally wish for in such a scenario would be your own office, a core group to share with, and just enough informality to make you take your mind off the huge task head when you want. These demands might seem far-fetching, but a Coworking space ticks all the boxes. It is said that collaboration equates to software, whereas Coworking is the hardware.

What is the ADVANTAGE OF COWORKING IN INDIA?

When you step into a Coworking area, you get a chance to interact with people who are all in the same boat as you are. You can brainstorm, share, and interact with people going through the exact thing you are. It provides you with a chance to build new relationships; broaden your network, gets to know what tomorrow’s CEOs are planning today, while at the same time retaining your own identity.

The balance between formal and informal is spot on so that you have no distractions at work, a slightly casual but nonetheless professional workplace environment, all basic facilities, everything that a regular office would have, an area dedicated simply to recreation, and a zone to recharge your batteries so that you enjoy your work, and are able to achieve maximum productivity.


COWORKING IN INDIA – SUMMARY

If you have the ability to spot trends and have been at the forefront of adopting new ways of doing things, experience Coworking now. With all going for it, Coworking is going to become the new normal.

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