Access to Shared Office Space Makes Working Remotely Easier Than Ever

Millennials’ jobs are starting to look different from the traditional nine-to-five workplace. With the help of social media, people are blowing up online and becoming influencers. Trending in areas like travel, shopping, clothing, fitness and even alcohol, influencers receive free products and compensation to post content, represent brands and recommend merchandise or services. While influencers gain recognition on platforms like Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, they also enjoy the flexibility to work on the move.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, working remotely in all fields has grown in popularity. Companies around the world sold their offices and went completely remote, relying on Zoom and other websites for meetings. People who don’t have in-home offices or don’t want to work from their house often look for alternative offices or spaces, like a coffee shop or a shared space.

If your company doesn’t require you to be in the office every day or even at all, co-working and remote spaces offer many benefits.

First, consider the social aspect. Whether you live alone, with a roommate or with family, working remotely means you spend most of your workday by yourself with few opportunities to talk to other people. Remote and co-working spaces offer you the chance to mingle, collaborate and network with other people sharing the space. You can connect with people in similar fields or positions as you, which may lead to new opportunities, ideas and collaborations.

These spaces also offer the advantage of coming and going as you please. When renting a space, no one controls your hours. You can pop in for a half day and find a quiet place to take a meeting, finish a project or simply change up the scenery.

Working from home or being around people who aren’t working can cause distractions and lack of motivation. In contrast, being in a shared workspace surrounded by other productive people can help you focus on your tasks for the day. Find your ideal workspace through one of the following co-working centers with locations around the globe, or look for a local version in your area.

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WEWORK
Founded in 2010, WeWork started with a vision to create environments where people and companies come together in order to do their best work. WeWork originated in New York City and has since grown into a global workplace provider committed to delivering flexible workspaces, inspiring workers, providing safety-focused workspaces and a variety of community experiences.

With locations all over the world, WeWork is perfect for travel enthusiasts looking to work on the go. Whether you are an influencer looking for a small space where you can respond to some emails or a company looking for an alternative work location, WeWork has a space for you.

If you are a single person looking for a space to work, consider booking the Dedicated Desk. With this option, workers get one desk in a shared office with filing cabinets, shared amenities and more. The Dedicated Desk is a monthly subscription at one specific location.

Small companies looking for a remote workspace may appreciate the Private Office option, which can accommodate up to 20 people. The office spaces come fully furnished, plus you’ll have access to conference rooms, mailing and packaging facilities, cleaning services and more.

Companies needing space for 20–100 people will need the Office Suite, which features several different layouts to support the needs of your business. Companies can choose to have a reception desk, conference rooms and executive offices in order to make the space feel like their own. Rentals are available through a monthly or annual subscription for one location.

The Full Floor Office space accommodates 100 or more workers, booked with an annual subscription for a single location. This space comes fully furnished and provides access to other amenities such as executive offices, a receptionist area, private printers, private conference rooms and other amenities.

Workers or businesses looking to book any type of space can use WeWork’s website to find their preferred location, tour the space virtually or in person and then work with a sales representative to book the space.

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IMPACT HUB
As one of the most notable and largest co-working space providers, Impact Hub remains one of the world’s biggest global networks and a leader in positive change. More than 100 communities around the world feature a dedicated working space to help generate a positive change in more than 55 countries across five continents. Impact Hub focuses on building ecosystems to drive collaboration and business innovation around the globe. All locations have everything a startup, mid-sized company or single person may need to grow their business or develop their project.

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SPACES
Originally started in Amsterdam in 2008, Spaces has grown rapidly and now offers private offices, co-working spaces and meeting rooms in more than 430 locations around the world. At Spaces, workers can join a thriving community filled with remote professionals similar to them. Expect a full calendar of business events, speakers and networking launches to offer new possibilities and stay engaged. Contracts can be altered to meet the needs of each client in order to keep them satisfied and flexible.

REGUS
As one of the first companies in the world to commercialize shared office spaces, Regus currently has more than 3,000 co-working spaces in 120 countries. The spaces offer memberships for individuals, start- ups and larger companies. The buildings feature fully equipped office spaces where teams of all sizes can collaborate or work independently.

GOOGLE FOR STARTUPS CAMPUS
Even Google hopped on the co-working space trend with Google for Startups. As part of its initiative to foster the development of the startup industry, Google built Campuses to support the network of tech hubs, accelerators and diversity organizations. Companies who join receive a virtual program designed to support startup founders with essential growth skills for their workers. Women-founded start- ups all over the world can take advantage of the mentorship-focused program that connects them with the best of Google’s women-founded startups for advice, direction and more.

WORKBAR
Workbar builds quality workspaces with a focus on member wellness and productivity. The team consists of experts and leaders to help ensure workers have the tools and resources to have a successful workday. The space offers a dynamic workplace perfect for collaboration and focus you can’t get at home or in a traditional office. In addition, Workbar isn’t just for typical nine-to-five workers; it provides accommodations for entrepreneurs, small-business owners, individual workers and even college or graduate students.

As students go back to school with the possibility of online classes and reduced face-to-face time with professors and peers, they need a safe, productive space apart from the university’s buildings and dorms to watch their classes and get their work done.

No matter what type of professional or student you are, Workbar hopes to help ease the worry and stress that may take over during the workday. Mental health for many people around the world took a drastic turn during the pandemic, so in order to support holistic well-being and mental health in the study or workplace, Workbar spaces are designed to facilitate interaction through safe and distanced in-person offices, community events and engaging online forums.