Workspace Sentiment Survey 2022

Workplace Sentiment Survery 2022 Post Covid by The Office Pass (TOP)

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Demand For Coworking Space to Improve Amidst Employees Return to Workplace, says a Survey by The Office Pass (TOP) 

TOP conducted a survey titled “Workplace sentiment post covid”.

National, 19 April 2022: The Office Pass (TOP), one of the largest home-grown Neighbourhood Coworking & Managed Offices operator, conducted the second edition of its survey titled “Workplace sentiment post covid” in the month of March-April 2022. The survey saw participation from employers and employees of 173 small and mid-sized companies. Companies surveyed are in in the field of IT, Sales & Marketing, Finance, Customer Services and HR. The survey, conducted among companies and their employees, brings to the forefront various challenges and opportunities employees have faced with this new mode of operation. Additionally, the survey focuses on employees’ willingness to work remotely from their homes as well as infrastructural requirements to aid them to operate effectively, among others. 73% of respondents were male and 27% female.

As per the survey findings, post the covid pandemic, many more businesses have realised the economic, social and health benefits of implementing a hybrid working model compared to the pre-covid period. Preference for Hybrid work, Work near home, Going to the office 2-3 days a week are some of the post-covid emerging trends that are popular among employees and employers. It remains to be seen if these trends will last long or the pressures of business will play spoilsport.

TOP 6 Workplace Sentiment Survey 2022 FINDINGS

1. Tying up with a Coworking operator is the preferred option for employers

Tie up with coworking operators to enable employees to work from near their home was the preferred option among 48% of employers. This was followed by 19% who wanted to work out of a traditional office. Around 13% of employers preferred calling their employees to the office 2-3 days in a week on rotational basis.  It is interesting to know that in the earlier survey conducted post covid first wave, only 29% of employers had preferred a tie-up with the Coworking operators.

These findings are a marked departure from the pre-covid period where the regular office was the dominant theme and work from home was not a preferred option (excepting a few IT companies).

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2. Employees prefer attending office

62% of all employees prefer going to the office, 28% like to work in a hybrid model (combination of #WFH & Office) and only 10% preferred permanent #WorkFromHome. Employees have worked from home for better part of last 24 months. They are now expressing a desire to move out of home.

The ability to network, expand social connect and a formal demarcation between work and personal life maybe some of the reasons behind this shift.

Employee Preference

3. The ideal distance between Home & Workplace should be

48% of employees prefer their office to be within 3-5 Kms from their residence. 27% would prefer an office within 3 Kms where-as 20% are okay to commute 6-10 Kms. Only 5% would like to commute >10 Kms to reach office. There is an overwhelming preference for an office close to the place of residence. #WorkNearHome or #NeighborhoodCoworking is the preferred choice among 75% of respondents.

Ideal distance between Home and Workplace

4. Main reason for choosing a coworking office

38% of respondents would choose a coworking space as it helps in saving of commute time to work. The second biggest reason for preferring a coworking space was saving in office operations costs (highlighted by 27% of respondents). Two smaller reasons were, networking opportunities (24%) and exhaustion of work from home (12%).

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5. Main advantages of Work From Home

Top 3 benefits of Work From Home for employees are, saving on commute to office (42%), better health and safety (39%) and more time for children and family (10%). Commute time is coming across as a major pain point among employees. In cities like Delhii NCR, Mumbai, Bangalore and some tier 2 cities, where infrastructure has not kept pace with population growth, commute time can take two to three hours of your work day. This is considered a problem and employees and employers are looking for a solution like #WorkNearHome and #NeighborhoodCoworking.

6. Companies are optimistic about their business growth

Companies are planning to hire more employees in the next 12 months compared to the preceding 12 months. % of companies wanting to hire between 25-50 employees have grown from 8% to 25%. This % for companies wanting to hire more than 50 employees have grown from 6 to 8%. Companies wanting to hire only 10 employees have reduced from 60% to 45%.

Commenting on survey findings Nikhil Madan, Cofounder, The Office Pass (TOP) said, “Businesses worldwide face multiple challenges, including ensuring that their business is agile enough to adapt to change. Our research shows that businesses that haven’t already considered the financial and strategic benefits of flexible workspace need to do so now. Otherwise, they face being seen as out of touch, both with their competitors and with the demands of the modern workforce on what constitutes a great day at work, which means losing out on the best talent.”

In 2020, the work lives of people across the world underwent a paradigm shift, with working from home becoming the norm overnight. However, companies have already started opening offices across the country in a staggered manner. They are now expediting the pace as the concerns over the Omicron variant have subsided significantly.

About The Office Pass (TOP) 

The Office Pass (TOP) is a technology-driven Neighborhood Coworking & Managed Office space provider in India.

Neighborhood Coworking is different from conventional Coworking Spaces as it caters to people nearby (i.e., within 5 kms). TOP firmly believes, given an option, people in India would love to work in high quality Coworking office close to their place of residence rather than wasting time commuting long distance. TOP is the only Coworking & Managed Spaces Company in India that promotes #Walk-to-Work.

Our vision is to have multiple Coworking offices spread across the city – so one can reach the closest TOP office in less than 10 minutes. You can think of TOP as a convenient store for Coworking (like 7-ELEVEN).

TOP’s Coworking & Shared offices are technology driven. All operational tasks like member acquisition, marketing & retention, invoicing, collections & query management are driven through technology. TOP’s in-house team has developed tools & systems for website CMS – including new offices & services management – leading to faster turnaround time.

TOP is a leading Coworking company in India that currently runs 12 offices across Gurgaon, Noida and Delhi. Over 100 mid to large size companies are using our Coworking and Managed offices. We plan to open over 50 offices over the next 2 years with presence in multiple cities across India.

Visit www.theofficepass.com and follow TOP on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

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7 Healthy Work Habits For Coworking Space

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Coworking spaces attract professionals from all industries – you might have a freelance graphic designer sitting on your right and a personal finance manager on the left. Like their various professions, each person has a distinct personality. Every person also has their own style of working. So, it is important to inculcate a few healthy coworking habits to ensure that the way you work doesn’t inconvenience anyone else. 

Here is a list of healthy habits you can follow to make coworking a pleasurable experience for everyone. 

Top 7 Healthy Work Habits For Coworking Space

  1. Give Respect To Get Respect
  2. Stay Organized And Contained
  3. Follow The Rules
  4. Bring Your Own Supplies
  5. Don’t Overuse Shared Amenities
  6. Be Quiet
  7. Pay Attention To Personal Hygiene

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1. Give Respect To Get Respect

The first rule of working with others – respect everyone. Be polite to everyone on the floor. It doesn’t hurt to smile and say hello when you walk into a coworking space. One of the key benefits of a coworking environment is the opportunity to network. This does not mean that you can just walk over to someone’s desk and ask for help. Interrupting someone at work will not gain you any favors. 

Respect people’s time and interact with them at appropriate times. If you’re working with a friend, make sure you keep your volume low and don’t disturb the people around you. This will help build a healthy workspace for everyone.

2. Stay Organized And Contained

Shared desks are common coworking office features. When you sit at a shared desk, you cannot assume that the entire tabletop space is yours. If there are no visible markings on the desk, assume your personal space on the desk to be 3 feet wide. Everything you want to keep on the desk should fit within this space. 

It’s also important to keep your things tidy and organized. You might be comfortable working in what you call an organized mess but clutter on your section of the desk affects the overall vibe of the space. When you leave for the day, make sure you take all your belongings with you.

3. Follow The Rules

There are some rules that you’ll find listed on a coworking space guide and others that are simply meant to be understood. These rules apply to everyone so follow them. For example, a coworking office space for rent will probably have a meeting room. You can’t just walk into the room and command it for yourself. Rather, check the coworking guidelines about how to book a slot in the meeting room. 

Following these healthy work habits in a coworking space will help you get along with your coworking colleagues and keep you productive.

4. Bring Your Own Supplies

Irrespective of where you are working, one of the basic healthy work habits to start is to ensure that you don’t depend on anyone else for anything you need. Along with your laptop, you need to bring your own chargers, notebooks, pens, pencils, etc. Similarly, coworking spaces give you access to a shared kitchen but you should bring your own water bottles, cups and cutlery with you. Don’t use crockery that isn’t yours or take someone else’s food from the fridge. 

At the same time, helping someone out by lending them a pen or a fork could be the start of a relationship. Just remember – it’s always better to be the lender rather than the borrower. 

5. Don’t Overuse Shared Amenities

There are several facilities available to all members of a coworking space. You get access to a kitchenette, printers, fax machines, lockers, meeting rooms and more. Remember, these are not intended only for your use and hence should not be overused or taken for granted. Be considerate of everyone else who also needs to use these amenities. 

For example, if you book the meeting room, don’t overstay your time. Similarly, if you use the last sheet of paper in the printer, replace the pack or inform the concerned administrator. These are unspoken expectations you won’t find listed on a behaviour checklist in coworking spaces.

6. Be Quiet

You enjoy working to music but your music may be a distraction for the people around. So, make sure you carry a good pair of headphones with you – and don’t sing along. When you’re talking to others, keep your volume down or step out to the common area or kitchen area. This recommendation should be followed for in-person conversations as well as telephonic conversations. If you need to talk to more than one person at a time, book a meeting room. Avoid having meetings at your desk.

7. Pay Attention To Personal Hygiene

Lastly, pay attention to your personal hygiene. There may not be a formal dress code but dress smartly every day in clean, fresh clothes. If you want to use the gym before getting to work, make sure you carry a change and shower before getting to work. Keep your hair well combed and your makeup minimal. If you’re feeling unwell, consider working from home for the day. If you can’t do that, make sure you have a desktop bin to trash the used tissues. 

Wrapping It Up

Making an effort to inculcate these simple habits will go a long way in helping you become part of the coworking community and partnering with potential collaborators. Collaborations can be key to working past challenges and exploring new markets. Of course, you need to ensure that you choose the right coworking space where you are likely to find like-minded potential collaborators. 

The Office Pass (TOP) has many coworking locations in Delhi, Noida and Gurgaon. The coworking spaces are fully equipped and ready to use. If you want to know more, reach out to us at 08999 828282.

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7 Reasons Why Millennials are Choosing Coworking Spaces in 2022

Why Are Millennials Choosing Coworking Spaces In 2022?

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It’s no secret that millennials favour change. They don’t like being tied down to structure and hierarchy – flexibility is their buzzword. We’re not talking just about their lifestyles, but also their way of working. The most preferred workspace for 2022 isn’t the corner office of the 2000s, it’s a coworking space. From freelancers and entrepreneurs to consultants and employees of established MNCs, coworking is appealing to all millennials. Let’s learn why.

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Top 7 Reasons Why Millennials are Choosing Coworking Spaces in 2022

  1. Something New Every Day
  2. Nothing To Tie Them Down
  3. Opportunities To Network
  4. Cost-Effective
  5. Minimal Administrative Responsibilities
  6. A Wider Perspective
  7. Balanced Work And Leisure

1. Something New Every Day

Millennials are always on the search for new experiences in their personal and professional lives– they want to experiment and try new things. Repetition bores them. So, millennials aren’t lured by the promise of a fancy desk where they can see the same view from their window day after day.

At coworking spaces, they can choose a new place to sit every day. When they want to focus on details, they can choose a desk in a corner and when they’re feeling social, they can pick a seat at a shared desk. It’s literally a new experience every day. 

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2. Nothing To Tie Them Down

Flexibility is one of the biggest advantages of coworking that makes the concept appealing to millennials. They don’t want to be tied down to anything, including a job. A survey of Millennials showed that over 70% of those employed in regular jobs dreamed of quitting to begin building entrepreneurial careers. 

Coworking appeals to these freelancers and entrepreneurs since it gives them a professional platform to work on without the pressure of long leases. Instead, they can lease a single desk or 10 desks or a managed office for a day or a month, as needed. It gives them the flexibility to set their own work schedules and work from a place that is convenient to them.

3. Opportunities To Network

Millennials recognize the potential of a professional network. A survey of over 7000 millennials showed that 56% of them were introduced to a new job by a casual conversation with someone on their network. The challenge lies in creating connections. Working from a shared office space breaks down barriers and makes it easy for millennials to build a network. 

Everyone’s working on the same floor and a conversation at the coffee machine can progress into a collaboration. These spaces also often organize after-work events and workshops for members to introduce themselves and interact with other professionals working in the same space. 

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4. Cost-Effective

Cost-effectiveness is one of the main reasons why people choose coworking over conventional, independent offices. Firstly, since the lease is much shorter, funds aren’t tied up with the office space or fit-outs. Secondly, coworking offices are fully furnished and equipped with everything you need at the workplace. Millennials like that they can literally walk into the space, lease a desk and start working. 

This also means that they do not have to invest in decorating the space, air conditioning it, furnishing it or buying printers and copiers. All of these savings can be directed towards product research, market targeting, etc – activities that are critical to brand success.

5. Minimal Administrative Responsibilities

Running an office isn’t easy. There’s plenty of regular maintenance that needs to be looked into. All the appliances used in an office have a lifespan and from time to time, they need to be repaired with a newer model. This doesn’t just take money, it also takes up mental space. 

The beauty of a coworking space is that they not only provide all the infrastructure required, they also handle the maintenance. As working professionals in coworking spaces, millennials can use all the equipment without worrying about changing the toner in the printer, servicing the coffee machine, etc. 

6. A Wider Perspective

Conventional offices can become high-pressure zones. Everyone’s trying to build a career and they’re competing with everyone else in the office. Stealing someone else’s idea and presenting it as their own isn’t a rare occurrence. On the other hand, though everyone in a coworking space is also building a career, they aren’t competing with the other people working on the floor.

Millennials find it easier to talk about their ideas with other professionals in these spaces. In talking to people from other industries, millennials also get to see things from a different point of view. This widens their horizons and can help them improve their products and services.

7. Balanced Work And Leisure

A coworking space isn’t just about work and professional networking. It’s also a great place to make friends. There are many activities organized at coworking spaces for people to switch off from work and de-stress. Millennials understand the value of balancing work and leisure and thus appreciate the aspect of a coworking space.

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Finding The Right Coworking Space

Given the growing demand for coworking spaces, there are many such spaces millennials can work out of. That said, not all of them offer the same features and services. As a millennial, when you’re choosing a coworking space, you need to make sure it checks all your must-have boxes. The coworking spaces by The Office Pass (TOP) in South Delhi, Noida and Gurgaon are ideal. These fully furnished, fully equipped spaces are located in easily- accessible spots and are ready to work out of. You can pick between a regular or a flexible membership. To know more, reach out to us at 08999 828282.

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Natural Light Has Biggest Benefit For Employees’ Wellbeing, Do You Agree Or Disagree?

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When it comes to an office space, brighter is always better. Nobody – not an employee or a client wants to walk into a dim office. Poorly lit offices tend to create a negative first impression. 

However, installing a series of lights may not be the perfect solution. While artificial light does brighten a space, it doesn’t add warmth. It’s only with natural lighting that you can get a balance of luminescence and warmth. It’s the simple reason why people prefer to sit at window seats rather than in the centre of the room. 

This isn’t just an opinion, a survey called “The Employee Experience” showed that access to natural light is the most important office attribute for employees.

What Is Natural Light?

Before getting into the many natural light benefits for employees, it is important to first understand what it is. In the context of office spaces, natural lighting is light generated by the sun. To access this light, office spaces need big windows. 

Skylights in the ceiling are another way to allow natural light to flood through an office. Since office hours tend to extend beyond the sunset, natural lighting must be supplemented by artificial light in terms of overhead lighting and desk lamps. 

The benefits of good lighting in the workplaces extend from employee wellbeing to productivity and ultimately the company’s profits. Let’s take a closer look at some of the natural light advantages in office spaces. 

Top 4 Advantages of Natural Light in Office Spaces

  1. Better Overall Health
  2. Higher Energy Levels
  3. It Encourages Collaboration
  4. Confidence Booster
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1. Better Overall Health

Natural lighting has a big impact on individual health and wellbeing. Today, where most of the working day is spent staring into a computer screen, eye strains, blurred vision and headaches are common health complaints. Working in well-lit environments reduces such issues by as much as 84%. 

In turn, this lowers the risk of other related health issues and improves overall wellbeing. The healthier a person is, the fewer sick days he or she will need and the more productive they will be at work. In turn, this improves the individual’s mental health. 

2. Higher Energy Levels

According to “The Employee Experience” survey, a lack of natural light in offices is cited as the reason why over 40% of employees feel tired and gloomy in the office. Exposure to natural light is closely linked to the body’s circadian rhythm. 

A study showed that people who worked in naturally lit spaces slept better at night. When they sleep well at night, they are fully rested in the morning and recharged. Higher energy levels translate to more engagement and the ability to focus on tasks for longer.

Exposure to natural light also suppresses melatonin levels which keeps people from nodding off during the day. There’s a lower risk of fatigue and workers are more alert during the day. 

3. It Encourages Collaboration

Good light creates a positive environment in the office. People are more likely to be happy and cheerful in such environments. Along with brightening a space, natural light is also a good source of Vitamin D and Serotonin. Vitamin D has many benefits ranging from reducing pain and discomfort to fighting depression while Serotonin helps a person feel calm and focused. It makes them able to work a full schedule with a much lower risk of getting into a bad mood. As a result, people working in naturally lit offices will be more willing to help others and work in teams. 

4. Confidence Booster

Lastly, working in a naturally lit space can boost employee confidence levels. The relationship may be indirect but it is important. It’s the result of all the above points.

When people are energetic and alert, they’re less likely to make mistakes. Thus, their proposals and presentations have a better impact and are more likely to be successful. Similarly, taking fewer sick days and collaborative efforts bring in continuity and can shorten project timelines to increase satisfaction levels. All of this comes together to boost self-confidence levels. 

The more confident an individual, the more responsibilities he or she can take on. It’s a win-win for the company and the individual. 

How Can Organizations Reap The Benefits Of Natural Light?

An organization is only as good as its people. When the people working for the company are happy and healthy, productivity and profits will be higher. It is this that makes implementing natural lighting into the office space design a priority. It is also one of the reasons why many smaller companies prefer to work from coworking spaces rather than tiny offices and home garages. 

The coworking spaces provided by The Office Pass (TOP) in Delhi, Noida and Gurgaon are large, well laid out and you can choose a desk by the window. To know more or plan a visit, reach out to us at 08999 828282.

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