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Are you a remote worker? Benefit from using a co-working space!

But what is a co-working space?

Co-working spaces are office environments for remote/hybrid workers, small companies wanting to rent an office or freelancers/entrepreneurs who want to rent an office space that comes with co-working space perks. The spaces offer workers an alternative from working from home, working along like-minded professionals with networking opportunities. Co-working spaces are the future of work.

Benefits

Meeting like-minded and inspiring co-workers - Co-working spaces introduce you to many different types of professions and types of people. You get to expand your knowledge whilst growing your professional contacts.

Usually, co-working spaces host activities and networking events - Some co-working spaces even host a weekly event such as Raise Ventures in Belfast who usually host a weekly discussion or networking event for entrepreneurs/start-up businesses. Events that co-working spaces run give you a sense of community and are great advantage to co-working spaces.

Coworking spaces encourage freelancers - The rise of remote working has given many professionals an opportunity to start their own business and become a freelancer. Co-working spaces enable freelancers to feel like they fit in perfectly. Finding your community while meeting like-minded people.

Co-working spaces encourage entrepreneurship - Co-working spaces usually have a creative and modern design. Entrepreneurs thinking outside the box are inspired by the working environment. Whether this is a small or large team co-working spaces inspire ideas due to their locations and benefits.

Co-working spaces reduce anxiety and stress for remote workers. - Remote workers often burn out and feel isolated. Isolation also leads to anxiety working from home with no company. Co-working spaces provide a social atmosphere, where you see other like-minded professionals and create meaningful connections

Co-working spaces are flexible, motivational and social workspaces. Rising co-working spaces has solved any problems for remote workers, forming communities to create routine.

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Co-working is becoming an increasing trend not just in Northern Ireland but worldwide. Remote work and hybrid working are becoming increasingly common with increased technology and as the corporate world modernizes. Co-working spaces aren’t only being the realm of freelancers/entrepreneurs but also remote workers, remote enterprise teams, corporate companies, start-ups and creative workers.

5 Steps to Being A Productive Entrepreneur

Running your own business without a doubt takes away a lot of your time. Every entrepreneur wishes they have more time on their hands to complete tasks on their to-do list.

To help our entrepreneurs out there we are sharing some productivity hacks and techniques to help improve your results and your work-life balance. Keep reading if you wish to learn the secrets behind a productive entrepreneur.

1. Make a Daily To-Do List

The first tip to increasing your productivity is making a daily to-do list. Making a list of things you need to accomplish. This can be done by organising tasks according to priority and start working on the more challenging errands and responsibilities.

This helps busy entrepreneurs keep track of what they have to do that day, ensuring they don’t miss out on important tasks. Furthermore, a to-do list creates structure and control for your daily tasks making your activities and responsibilities less overwhelming. Once a task can be ticked off on the to-do list, you get a sense of accomplishment from completing the task.