As we see an increase in the desire for a hybrid model of work among companies both small and large, shared work spaces continue to grow in popularity. Coworking spaces offer members the ability to be productive on their own schedules while getting the chance to network among other professionals and peers in an environment that encourages innovation and productivity.

Shared Space Offers Flexibility

One of the primary benefits of shared community spaces is the flexibility that comes with a membership. Most coworking spaces have 24/7 access for members, which allows them to come and go based on what best fits their schedule. This encourages a work-life balance that many people are continuing to seek out in their daily lives. Shared spaces also offer a number of flexible options in terms of the desired environment that suit their needs at a given time; the open coworking space is great for collaborating and mingling with other coworking members; if you or your team need more privacy, meeting and conference rooms are available for a quieter setting.

Specifically in COhatch locations, we have event spaces for members to reserve for personal events such as birthday parties, happy hours, or business workshops. All of these options lend coworking members a greater sense of control throughout their day-to-day work life, which is something that more and more people are craving.

Coworking = Creativity Fuel

In an article by Talent Culture, we see how shared workspace environments fuel creativity and productivity with unique rooms, designs, and colors that bring the spaces to life. Meeting rooms with whiteboards offer the perfect setting for a brainstorming session with your team. In addition, community spaces are occupied by a diverse group of professionals with varying business ventures, which makes it ideal for gaining new perspectives from peers further fostering the sense of community within coworking spaces. According to an article by the Harvard Business Review, members of community spaces reported levels of thriving that reached 6 on a 7-point scale, something that was previously unheard of. Since these spaces are designed with the productivity and comfort of members in mind, most find this an extremely inspiring environment to work in.

The Social Benefits are HUGE

In a study conducted by Small Business Labs for a Harvard Business Review article, researchers found that many people highlight the social and community aspect of coworking as the prime reason for favoring shared workspaces. According to the study, 79% of participants said that coworking has expanded their social networks, and 83% of remote workers claim to be less lonely since joining a shared workspace.

If you’ve been feeling a lack of inspiration or productivity in your work life and are looking for a change in pace, this might be your sign to check out a coworking space near you. COhatch currently has locations in the Columbus, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, and Cleveland areas, with more coming soon in Pittsburgh and Tampa, to name a few. Stop by your local COhatch today and learn more about what makes our community and our spaces so amazing!