Podcasts about coworking spaces

Über 1.000 Startups, mehr als 10.000 geschaffene Jobs, über 220 Millionen Euro Investment: Was der Impact Hub Vienna in 16 Jahren aufgebaut hat, ist längst kein Nischenthema mehr. Trotzdem stehen viele Sozialunternehmen gerade unter Druck wie selten – Anrufe kämen „im Wochenrhythmus", sagt Geschäftsführer Jakob Detering: „Ich muss pivotieren, ich muss abbauen", teils auch Insolvenzen.Wie sich dieses Paradoxon aus wachsender Anerkennung und schwieriger Lage erklärt – und wie aus dem Coworking-Space im siebten Bezirk ein Ökosystem mit vier Standorten und drei thematischen Labs wurde – erklärt Detering im brutkasten-Talk. Aus dem klassischen Hub-Modell ist eine sektorübergreifende Innovationsmaschine für Klima, Gesundheit und Bildung geworden.

Was passiert, wenn man jahrelang gegen Mauern läuft und dann einfach selbst eine Tür baut? In dieser Folge spreche ich mit David Böhm – Seriengründer, Mitinitiator der oberösterreichischen Startup-Szene und Kopf hinter „Die Macher“. Wir sprechen über eine Zeit, in der Startups noch niemand ernst genommen hat. Über Coworking-Spaces, die aus dem Nichts entstanden sind und über den Moment, in dem klar war: Wenn keiner darüber berichtet dann machen wir es selbst. Außerdem geht's um sein aktuelles Projekt: Wie man mit KI und Daten die gesamte Kommunikation von Organisationen neu denkt. Eine Folge über Durchhaltevermögen, Unternehmergeist und die Frage: Wartest du auf Chancen oder baust du sie dir selbst?

Google Review Policy Changes: What Coworking Operators Must Do Right Now Google issued major updates to its Maps user-generated content policy in April 2026, and if you've been relying on any of the review strategies that have been standard practice in coworking for years, you need to stop and read this now. These changes directly affect how you can ask for, manage, and even display Google reviews. And it's not just about new reviews Google has deployed Gemini AI enforcement tools that are actively scanning your existing review history for violations. Phase three enforcement, which includes ranking penalties, is expected in May and June 2026. There is no time to sit on this. In this episode, Jamie walks through all eight policy changes and exactly what you need to do about each one. Why Your Google Business Profile Is Non-Negotiable Before diving into the changes: your Google Business Profile is the top of the funnel for your coworking business. When someone searches "coworking near me" or "meeting rooms near me," the map pack is what they see first and your profile is what lives there. It gets 10 to 20 times the traffic your website gets. Reviews are a core part of what keeps that profile current, credible, and ranking well. Losing review functionality or getting your profile suspended is not a minor setback. For most coworking operators, it is effectively a lead generation crisis. That's why this update matters so much. The 8 Policy Changes 1. No More Onsite Review Solicitation: You can no longer ask customers to leave a review while they are physically in your space. Google considers this pressured solicitation. That means: No verbal asks to members or meeting room users while they're on site No tablet at the front desk with a review prompt pulled up No QR codes in the space linking to your Google review page No asking event attendees on their way out the door Google can detect when reviews are submitted from your business location and will flag patterns of onsite reviews as inauthentic. What to do: Remove any review-related signage and QR codes. Replace with neutral language "We'd love your feedback" without mentioning Google specifically. Shift all review requests to automated follow-up emails or texts that go out after someone has left the building. 2. No More Incentivized Reviews: You cannot offer anything of value in exchange for a Google review. That includes: Free day passes or meeting room credits Membership discounts Referral program perks tied to leaving a review Staff bonuses or KPI tracking tied to Google reviews Contests or challenges (including internal programs like the Google Review Challenge we've run in Community Manager University, which need to be restructured) Offering to refund a visit or provide a credit in exchange for removing or revising a negative review What to do: Decouple your review strategy from any rewards or referral programs entirely. If you run a review challenge or staff incentive program, restructure it around general feedback, not Google reviews specifically. Focus team energy on delivering experiences worth writing about organically. 3. No More Review Gating Review gating means filtering customers based on their likely sentiment before directing them to Google. The common setup looks like this: ask for a thumbs up or thumbs down, send the happy people to the Google review page (defaulted to five stars), and send the unhappy people to a private feedback email. That is no longer allowed. Every customer must receive the same call to action, sent to the same destination, regardless of how they might feel about their experience. This increases your exposure to negative reviews, which means two things matter more than ever: delivering a genuinely great experience, and getting in front of problems immediately before someone leaves the space unhappy and heads straight to Google. What to do: Audit any gating logic in your CRM automations whether you're using CoLevel, ActiveCampaign, HubSpot, or another platform. Update those sequences so everyone receives the same follow-up with neutral feedback language. Remove direct links to Google reviews with language specifically asking for a Google review. You can still link to your Google Business Profile; you just cannot use the word Google or make it a conditional destination. 4. No Asking for Specific Content or Staff Name Mentions You cannot coach reviewers to mention specific products, services, or team members by name. That means: No asking members to mention private offices or meeting rooms in their reviews No asking guests to thank a specific community manager by name No staff incentive programs built around getting mentioned in reviews Google's AI will scan for these text patterns and flag or remove reviews that appear to have been coached. This is particularly tricky because keyword mentions in reviews do help with SEO but the path forward is to create experiences so compelling that people mention what matters naturally, without being asked. What to do: Let reviewers write whatever they write. If you want meeting room reviews, set up automated follow-ups specifically triggered by meeting room bookings people will naturally describe what they did. SEO-optimize your Google Business Profile through other means, including your posts, which you can and should still be doing intentionally. 5. No Fake Reviews Every Google review must reflect a genuine customer experience. Reviews from friends, family members, or team members who haven't actually used the space as a customer will be removed. This is especially common during new space launches, when operators ask their personal networks for support. What to do: Don't ask for reviews from non-customers. It wastes everyone's time and it won't hold up. Put that energy into getting reviews from real members, meeting room users, and event guests through compliant automated systems. 6. No Cross-Platform Review Campaigns You cannot use other platforms (social media, email lists, community groups) to coordinate Google review campaigns. That includes: Posting in your Facebook group asking members to leave a Google review Sending an email blast to your full membership asking for reviews Promoting a "Review Friday" push in your member Slack channel Instagram Stories with a link to your Google review page Google can detect when a batch of reviews comes in all at once and will flag that pattern as coordinated and inauthentic. What to do: Replace campaigns with individual, automated, trigger-based follow-ups. The goal is a steady drip of reviews tied to specific interactions (a tour, a day pass, an event, a membership milestone), not a wave that arrives all at once. This also distributes the timing naturally so no pattern gets flagged. 7. No AI-Generated Reviews Google's AI can detect text generated by ChatGPT, Claude, and similar tools and will remove those reviews. Even if you're sending compliant automated emails, if you suggest that members use AI to write their review or provide a template they can feed into AI, those reviews could still get flagged. What to do: Do not suggest that members use AI to write reviews. Do not provide pre-written review templates. Consider adding language to your automated review requests asking people to share their experience in their own words. 8. Reviews Must Come from a Personal Device Reviews must be submitted from the reviewer's personal device. No front desk tablets, no shared computers, no staff member handing someone a phone with the review page already pulled up. What to do: Most operators aren't doing this anyway, but if you have any setup that makes it easy for someone to leave a review from a shared device on-site, remove it. The Enforcement Timeline March 2026: Google activated new Gemini AI detection systems and began scanning, including existing review histories. April 2026: Active enforcement began. Non-compliant reviews are being removed. Google has already removed reviews from over 60,000 businesses and placed posting restrictions on over 782,000 accounts. May/June 2026 (Phase 3): Ranking adjustments will be applied to businesses with significant policy violations. Your search visibility could drop. This is not a "deal with it later" situation. Your Action Plan 1. Audit your automations. Check your CRM (CoLevel, ActiveCampaign, HubSpot, Pipedrive, etc.) and your coworking management platform (OfficeRnD, Nexudus, Optix, Coworks, Archy, Yardi) for any automated emails or SMS sequences that request Google reviews. Update any gating logic, remove direct Google review links, and adjust the language to be neutral. Also consider scheduling automated follow-ups to go out after hours or on weekends if members receive and respond to them while still on-site, it could still trigger a flag. 2. Update signage and physical touchpoints. Walk through your space and remove any QR codes, signs, or collateral that ask for a Google review or link directly to your review page. Replace with neutral feedback language or remove entirely. Check welcome packets, onboarding materials, and anything printed. 3. Retrain your team. Your community managers, front desk staff, and any outsourced marketing contractors need to know exactly what changed. Brief them on what they cannot say, cannot ask, and cannot offer. Give them this episode. CMU members will receive a cheat sheet and support playbook shortly. 4. Remove all incentive programs tied to reviews. Any staff bonus structures, contests, or member incentives connected to Google reviews need to come down immediately. 5. Build review generation into your systems, not your scripts. Set up automated, trigger-based one-to-one follow-ups for key moments: post-tour, 30 days into membership, after a meeting room booking, after an event. No campaigns, no broadcasts. Individual, triggered, automated. 6. Revisit the member and guest experience. The best long-term review strategy is an experience people cannot help but talk about. Use this as a forcing function to audit the full member and guest journey: what's frustrating, what's forgettable, and what's genuinely great. Get a peer or outside set of eyes on it if you can. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Google's official review policy Google's Maps UGC policy overview Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

Was, wenn du gar nicht „zu kompliziert“, „zu viel“ oder „zu sprunghaft“ bist, sondern dein Denken einfach anders funktioniert? In dieser Folge von Rise Higher! spricht Jessica mit Miriam über hochintelligente Frauen, Selbstzweifel, Vielseitigkeit, Human Design und die Frage, warum Umsetzung manchmal so schwerfällt, obwohl eigentlich alle Fähigkeiten da sind. Es geht um Mythen rund um Hochintelligenz, Scanner-Persönlichkeit, Perfektionismus, Reizüberflutung, Angst vor Sichtbarkeit und die oft unbewusste Angst vor Erfolg. Gemeinsam schauen die beiden darauf, warum klassische Business-Tools, To-do-Listen oder noch mehr Wissen oft nicht die Lösung sind und weshalb der eigentliche Schlüssel tiefer liegt: in Gedanken, Gefühlen, Nervensystem, Selbstannahme und einem System, das wirklich zur eigenen Energie passt. Diese Folge ist für dich, wenn du dich oft anders fühlst, viele Interessen hast, dich schwer festlegen kannst, immer wieder an dir zweifelst oder spürst: Da ist noch so viel mehr in mir, aber ich weiß nicht, wie ich es wirklich leben soll. Du erfährst unter anderem: ✨ warum Hochintelligenz oft ganz anders aussieht, als viele denken ✨ welche Verbindung es zwischen Human Design und hoher Intelligenz geben kann ✨ warum Vielseitigkeit keine Schwäche ist ✨ weshalb Selbstzweifel nicht „wegmüssen“ ✨ wie Freude, Sinnhaftigkeit und Nervensystemregulation dich zurück in deine Kraft bringen können ✨ warum Fokus nicht bedeutet, dich auf eine Sache zu reduzieren Eine Folge für alle Frauen, die schnell, viel und komplex denken und endlich aufhören wollen, sich dafür falsch zu fühlen. Links: 126 Merkmale Check hoher Intelligenz: https://mosa-iq.de/merkmals-check/  Instagram von Miriam: https://www.instagram.com/miriammichaelsencoaching/  Homepage von Miriam: https://mosa-iq.de/ Coworking Space von Miriam: https://mosa-iq.de/co-working-free/ Bei Fragen oder Wünschen zum Podcast schreibe mir gerne auf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicaheinrichcom/  Let's rise higher!

Selten hat ein Urteil die Anwaltschaft so in Aufruhr versetzt, wie das des BGH zur Kanzleipflicht. In Fachmedien ist die Rede von „Realitätsverweigerung in Karlsruhe“. Coworking‑Space mit bei Bedarf buchbaren Besprechungsräumen reicht dem BGH schlicht nicht - trotz vorhandenem Briefkasten und Postannahme. Ist das noch zeitgemäß? Der betroffene Anwalt sieht das anders. Verfassungsbeschwerde läuft. Auf die Entscheidung darf man gespannt sein. Ist das BVerfG ähnlich fortschrittlich wie der AGH, der dem Kollegen zunächst recht gegeben hatte? Oder teilt das BVerfG die eher konservative Auffassung des BGH? Man wird sehen... Um die wartezeit zu überbrücken, kann man ja schon mal persönliche Auffassungen zum Thema austauschen, schließlich sind wir nicht am Verfahren beteiligt. Wie eng oder weit versteht André Haug, Vizepräsident der BRAK, Präsident der RAK Karlsruhe und bei der BRAK zuständig für BRAO-Themen, den Kanzleibegriff? Entspricht er noch der Lebenswirklichkeit? Und auf welche Lebenswirklichkeit ist überhaupt abzustellen? Hat hier der Gesetzgeber etwas verpennt oder doch eher der BGH? Kann man den "strengen" Kanzleibegriff überhaupt aus § 27 BRAO herauslesen? Der ist ja denkbar schlicht gehalten... Ist das Thema so einfach, wie es auf den ersten Blick scheint? Und was wäre eine denkbare Lösung des Problems? Klären wir!

Most people don't start their coworking career thinking they'll become president of the company. Jessie Hathcock did. When I sat down with Jessie Hathcock from The Loading Dock, I couldn't stop thinking about how rare her story is. She started as a community coordinator… and six and a half years later, she's leading the entire company. We talked about: What it really looks like to grow up in the coworking industry (and why those career paths are finally becoming more common) How their co-warehousing model is opening doors for entrepreneurs you might not expect… including tradespeople and small businesses that need space to grow The messy, real behind-the-scenes of implementing EOS and building a healthy, aligned team (not as easy as it sounds) Why "unreasonable hospitality" isn't just a philosophy for them… it's a budget line item And how they're creating a level of connection that leads to 82.5% of members reporting improved wellbeing One of my favorite parts of this conversation is how honest Jess is about the messy middle. Rapid growth. Team tension. Launching new initiatives before you're fully ready. Learning (sometimes the hard way) how to lead at a higher level. And still choosing to build something that puts people first. If you've ever wondered what it actually takes to scale a coworking business without losing your culture… this episode is such a good one. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Jessie Hathcock on LinkedIn The Loading Dock website Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

You don't have a lead problem. You have a follow-up problem. Leads are coming in. Marketing is working. But deals aren't closing at the rate they should be and the issue is almost always the system behind the leads. In this solo episode, Jamie breaks down where coworking sales funnels tend to fall apart and how to fix them. You'll learn: Why leads get stuck in your CRM and never convert Where follow-up typically breaks down (especially mid-funnel) How inconsistent systems cost you real revenue The four essentials for optimizing your sales process If your "needs follow up" column is overflowing or you feel like you should be closing more deals with the leads you already have, this episode will give you a clear path forward. Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

Written by Emma Ascott and narrated by Gayle Crew. Coworking was built on a simple promise: Work near other people and good things will happen. Coworking spaces have been known to inspire ideas, friendships, referrals, energy.

Homeoffice, Café, Coworking oder sogar Arbeiten auf Reisen – als Virtuelle Assistenz hast du unzählige Möglichkeiten.Doch genau hier liegt die Herausforderung:Viele nutzen diese Freiheit nicht bewusst, sondern eher zufällig.In dieser Folge nehme ich dich mit in ein Thema, das oft unterschätzt wird, aber einen riesigen Einfluss auf dein Business hat: dein Arbeitsort.Ich spreche darüber, warum es nicht den einen perfekten Arbeitsplatz gibt – sondern warum es vielmehr darum geht, den richtigen Ort für die richtige Aufgabe zu wählen.Dabei teile ich ganz ehrlich meine eigenen Erfahrungen aus den letzten Jahren:Vom klassischen Homeoffice über ein eigenes Büro bis hin zu Coworking-Spaces und Arbeiten auf Reisen.Du erfährst, warum Homeoffice zwar maximale Flexibilität bietet, aber ohne Struktur schnell zur Überforderung werden kann. Warum ein eigenes Büro nicht automatisch mehr Produktivität bedeutet – und wie Coworking dir Türen öffnen kann, die du alleine vielleicht nie entdeckt hättest.Außerdem sprechen wir über kreative Lösungen wie Arbeiten im Café, Co-Living, digitale Nomaden-Communities oder sogar dein eigenes Mini-Büro im Garten.Diese Folge soll dir vor allem eines zeigen:Es geht nicht darum, wo du arbeitest – sondern wie bewusst du deinen Arbeitsort für dich nutzt.

Im Swiss Game Hub arbeiten über 140 Entwickler:innen. Auch gibt es regelmässige Events wie Playtesting jeden letzten Mittwoch des Monats. Wir waren im Februar dort und reden über Szenensupport, Vorteile des unabhängigen Game-Entwickelns und ob das nun alles Kunst oder Unterhaltung sei. Vor kurzem stellte jemand im Subreddit r/switzerland die provokante Frage: “Why is the Swiss video game industry dead?” Der Vergleich mit anderen Ländern scheint diese Wahrnehmung zu bestätigen. In Schweden entstehen Blockbuster wie Battlefield oder Minecraft, in Tschechien Spiele wie DayZ oder Kingdom Come: Deliverance, und in Finnland entwickelt Remedy Hits wie Control oder Alan Wake. In der Schweiz fällt vielen dagegen vor allem der Farming Simulator ein. Doch dieses Bild greift zu kurz. Abseits des Mainstreams existiert eine lebendige Indie-Szene mit Projekten wie Mundaun, Henry Halfhead oder zuletzt Herdling. Diese Spiele entstehen meist in kleinen Teams und mit begrenzten Budgets. Ein zentraler Treffpunkt für diese Szene ist der Swiss Game Hub in Zürich-Oerlikon. In einem Coworking-Space arbeiten dort über 140 Entwickler:innen aus rund 34 Studios. Neben der täglichen Arbeit finden regelmässig Events statt, etwa monatliche Playtesting-Abende. Dabei bringen Teams frühe Versionen ihrer Spiele mit und testen sie gegenseitig – oft auch gemeinsam mit der Öffentlichkeit. Der Austausch ist wichtig, denn ein Spiel zu veröffentlichen bedeutet mehr als nur Programmieren: Marketing, Trailer, technische Probleme und Plattformstrategien gehören ebenfalls dazu. Gleichzeitig ist der Markt enorm dicht. Auf der Plattform Steam erscheinen inzwischen fast 20.000 neue Spiele pro Jahr, also über 50 pro Tag. In dieser Masse sichtbar zu werden, ist schwierig – auch wenn einzelne Indie-Spiele immer wieder grosse Aufmerksamkeit erreichen. Viele Schweizer Entwickler:innen arbeiten deshalb in kleinen Teams und häufig nebenberuflich. Fördergelder sind begrenzt, doch genau diese Situation ermöglicht oft auch kreative Freiheit. Während grosse Studios millionenschwere Produktionen entwickeln, bleibt die Indie-Szene experimentell und unabhängig. Die Schweizer Gameszene ist also keineswegs tot – sie ist nur kleiner, weniger sichtbar und stark von Zusammenarbeit geprägt. Orte wie der Swiss Game Hub zeigen, dass sie dennoch wächst. Mehr Informationen zum Hub und seinen Events gibt es unter swissgamehub.com.

What if you built a coworking space… designed so you barely had to be there? That's exactly what Glenn Hicks did. After 27 years in IT leadership and a life-changing heart attack at 34, Glenn completely rethought how he worked. Instead of jumping into another executive role, he became what he calls a "digital independent." But he couldn't find a workspace that actually fit the way he wanted to work. So he built Ustation — a beautifully designed, mostly self-serve workspace in New Brunswick that runs with almost no staff (and Glenn lives three hours away). In this episode we talk about: How he runs a 3,500 sq ft coworking space with almost no on-site staff Why smaller spaces can actually create better community The simple tech setup that avoids the dreaded 5-minute meeting room startup Why he installed a private work pod in an airport Glenn is thoughtful, unconventional, and very intentional about how he spends his time (he works about 20 hours a week now). If you're thinking about building a simpler, smarter coworking model — you'll enjoy this conversation. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Glen Hicks on LinkedIn USTATION website Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

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Die neue AI Factory Austria in Wien soll Startups und Unternehmen Zugang zu europäischer KI-Rechenleistung geben, und in einem neuen Coworking Space gibt es auch Arbeitsplätze für Jungfirmen. Jakob Steinschaden, Mitgründer von Trending Topics und newsrooms, und Matteo Rosoli, CEO von newsrooms, sprechen im heutigen Podcast über:

What's worse than overspending on things that don't deliver ROI? Underinvesting in the areas that actually make or break your business. This week, Jamie flips last week's episode on its head and tackles the critical areas where coworking operators consistently underspend—and pay the price in lost revenue, lower margins, and frustrated members. From soundproofing decisions during construction to the size of your private offices, Jamie breaks down the build-out choices that seem expensive upfront but deliver massive ROI over time. She explains why an 80-square-foot office will always outperform a 120-square-foot one when you're trying to hit $70 per square foot in revenue, and why phone booths aren't optional—they're essential to selling flex memberships. This episode is packed with specific, actionable advice on where to invest, how to evaluate ROI, and what trade-offs to consider based on your market, lease term, and access to capital. We talk about: Why soundproofing should be built into construction from day one (and what to do if you're already open) How small private offices (80 sq ft vs 120 sq ft) dramatically impact your revenue per square foot Why phone booths are essential for selling flex memberships—and how to finance them if budget is tight The critical importance of professional photography for meeting rooms and day offices (users buy visually online) Why SEO is a must-have investment alongside paid ads—and how AI search is changing the game How to use a CRM to track every lead and achieve "radical responsiveness" in 2026 The three audits every operator should run quarterly: customer journey, sales funnel, and competitive market Why investing in your team's training and your own professional development always delivers ROI If you're trying to figure out where to allocate budget, what's worth the investment, and how to avoid the costly mistake of underspending in critical areas—this episode is essential listening. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: CoLevel (CRM platform) Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

What happens when good intentions meet bad ROI? This week, Jamie tackles the spending decisions that quietly drain coworking operators' margins—and shares what to do instead. Fresh from working with clients who are making these exact mistakes, Jamie breaks down the four most common areas where operators overspend: marketing agencies that don't understand local business, IT retainers that sit unused, social media managers in markets where Instagram doesn't drive leads, and $20,000 custom websites that look beautiful but don't convert. This episode is direct, practical, and yes—a little bit of a rant. But if you've ever wondered whether you should hire an agency, pay for an IT retainer, or invest in a custom site, you need to hear this. We talk about: Why most marketing agencies can't deliver ROI for single-location operators (and the one exception) How to set up your IT infrastructure once and stop paying monthly retainers The truth about social media for coworking spaces—and when it actually works What makes a website convert versus just look pretty Why studying marketing as a business owner will save you tens of thousands of dollars If you're a new operator trying to figure out where to invest—or an experienced one wondering why your margins feel tight—this episode will help you make smarter decisions with your budget. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: SpaceFully Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

This week, Jamie Russo tackles a slightly uncomfortable question—especially for someone who runs a program called Community Manager University. But if you're struggling to find quality candidates when you post that job title, this episode might change how you think about recruiting. Here's the problem: the community manager title anchors candidates on member interaction and engagement. But the actual job? It's pipeline management, CRM updates, billing follow-up, vendor coordination, office turnovers, social media, sales tours, and—oh yeah—also community building. When you hire someone expecting to spend their day chatting with members and they end up spending three hours in HubSpot, you've got a mismatch. And that mismatch starts with the title. We talk about: Why "Location Manager" might attract better candidates (and who's testing it successfully) How to prioritize the five hats: operations, community building, sales & marketing, finance, and leadership The front-of-house vs back-of-house split when you have two people on site Why the biggest gap is CRM use—and how the title sets the wrong expectations How to design a daily schedule based on what actually matters most in your business right now When community manager IS the right title (and when it's not) The downloadable template to help you prioritize hats and write a job description that matches reality This conversation is for operators who are tired of hiring people who don't fit the role—or who lose great team members because the job wasn't what they expected. If you're about to post a job or wondering why your last hire didn't work out, this episode will help you rethink your approach. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Profit Accelerator Program Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

In this episode, I'm joined by Vickie Moore-Gourd; designer at Design Some Moore to talk all about free co-working sessions for designers and creatives who want to connect and make friends with others in the industry.Vickie and I talk all about what it takes to run an unpaid community, why we feel creatives need spaces like this, and what it takes to start your own.The Creative Confession® we're discussing: "There are hardly any unpaid communities. Every group chat or session seems to be behind a paywall and it's hard for designers who just want to make friends not take a course to find like-minded creatives”CONNECT WITH VICKIE:Vickie's InstagramVickie's WebsiteJoin the co-working sessions!✷ Ready to share your story, opinions or those questions you feel like you can't ask? ⁠⁠Submit your own Creative Confession® ⁠here⁠CONNECT WITH ROBIN:✷ Get Design Freebies ⁠⁠here⁠⁠✷ Follow Robin on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Please drop a quick review! It helps more creatives find it!

Kai und Dominik berichten von ihrem Alltag zwischen Palmen, dem kalten Zürich, Co-Working-Spaces, und echten Begegnungen. Es geht um das Leben als Digital Nomads, kulturelle Unterschiede, bewussten Tourismus und warum persönliche Verbindungen auf Reisen einfach alles sind.Mal lustig, mal nachdenklich – aber immer ehrlich.Oder kurz gesagt: It's just fu*king beautiful.

In this episode, host Bret Schanzenbach, President & CEO of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, sits down with Scott Morris, local Encinitas native, serial entrepreneur, and co-founder/general partner of The Bermuda Club.Scott traces his journey from La Costa Canyon High School to UCLA and the University of Chicago Law School, then into big-firm life at Latham & Watkins during the 2008 financial crisis. When litigation work dried up, he leaned into his entrepreneurial side, leaving the firm to build Rochambeau, a fun, flexible, kid-proof eyewear brand that has expanded into kids' prescription eyewear, including a Blippi-branded line. He also recounts co-founding Detroit City Distillery with friends from law school.From there, Scott explains how his love of business building and community evolved into The Bermuda Club, a private-membership space in Carlsbad designed around his mantra “Work well, play well, be well.” The club combines:Coworking: Coffee-shop-style open workspaces, private offices, and phone boothsWellness: Gym, custom sauna, cold plunges, and on-site trainers and wellness partnersSocial & Play: Four Full Swing golf simulators, putting greens, events, and member-driven clubsScott and Bret highlight the organic community that has formed within the club—businesses like Low Notes canned wine operating from the space, the Triangle Traders investment club, a member-barber offering on-site cuts, and educational talks from local experts like MedHero.They also discuss:The club's membership cap of 200 and its near-full statusUnique corporate and private events, including simulator golf scrambles and holiday partiesStrong partnerships with Carlsbad's golf ecosystem (Full Swing, Callaway, TravisMathew, up-and-coming putter brands)Plans to expand Bermuda Club locations into Sorrento Valley/Del Mar, Rancho Bernardo, and Costa Mesa, powered in part by member investorsIf you're curious about where high-energy coworking, wellness, golf, and community intersect in North County San Diego, this conversation is a must-listen.Quotes“Our slogan is ‘Work well, play well, be well'—that's The Bermuda Club in a nutshell.”“We thought the golf simulators would be the star, but they turned out to be the bonus. The real magic is the people.”“We've already had multiple businesses start from people who met at the club—that's the power of community.”“Some members come for the golf, some for the gym, but most stay because they've found their people.”“If you'd told me a year ago we'd already be raising money for three more clubs, I'd have thought you were nuts.” Did this episode have a special impact on you? Share how it impacted youCarlsbad Podcast Social Links:LinkedInInstagramFacebookXYouTubeSponsor: This show is sponsored and produced by DifMix Productions. To learn more about starting your own podcast, visit www.DifMix.com/podcasting

"Ich bin genau so wie ich bin, die Norm ist mir egal"Mit Simone Angerer spreche ich über's Netzwerken und ihre ganz eigene Definition von Empowerment. 2011 hat sie das House of Klunkar gegründet. Da ging es um Marken–und Produktentwicklung, ums Vernetzen von Kreativschaffenden in Vorarlberg UND deren Produkte. 2022 hieß es „Tschüss Klunkar" und „Hey Gute Stube Andelsbuch": dem ersten Coworking Space im Bregenzerwald und dritten Ort für die offene Jugendarbeit. Jede gute Marke hat eine Story. Wie ist Simone's Geschichte? Das erzählt sie jetzt.Hinweis: Die Podcastfolge ist in Kooperation mit dem ORF Vorarlberg entstanden und wurde dort erstmalig im Jahr 2024 veröffentlicht (Eine Produktion des ORF Landesstudio).

This week on Tribe Builders, we sit down with Addie Wales — entrepreneur, short-term rental pro, and co-founder of a unique coworking space in Minnesota that blends fitness and work under one roof. We dive into marketing, the power of hiring a coach, and how she accidentally created a mini-mastermind with a crew of badass women business owners. From unexpected connections to the joy of watching members become true friends, this episode is full of insights on showing up, building community, and finding your people — sometimes in the most random (and best) ways. Follow & Connect with Addie and check out her places:Instagram: @addiewales + @thewildernessmn + @elycabincollective Websites:  www.elycabincollective.com + www.thewildernessmn.com   Follow Tanya: Tiktok @tanyarooneymn  Instagram @tanyarooneymn Facebook @tanya.rooney28  youtube @tanyarooneymn www.tanyarooney.com www.elycabincollective.com www.thewildernessmn.com

When Charlie Ward built Ramen Club (an online community for SaaS founders) and Ramen Space (a physical coworking hub in London), he found himself running two thriving but different businesses—one online, one offline.In this Hidden Value conversation, David Sherry and Charlie explore what it takes to scale a hybrid business model, balancing physical operations with digital growth. Together, they unpack how sequencing, delegation, and education can unlock new levels of scale—without taking on unnecessary risk.Charlie shares how he's reframing growth from “open another space” to “build digital leverage”, and why his sweet spot lies in teaching founders how to find and validate ideas through smart market research.Key Takeaways• A hybrid model can leverage the best of online and offline communities.• Scaling a physical business requires different strategies than scaling digital.• Educational content creates scalable, de-risked growth opportunities.• Market research should come before user research when validating ideas.• Finding your “sweet spot” means aligning business potential, customer need, and personal excitement.

Jerome Chang is the founder of BLANKSPACES, an early pioneer in the coworking space. He is also the co-founder of the League of Extraordinary Coworking (LExC), the first national network of coworking spaces. In this episode, he shares his journey building BLANKSPACES, his vision for collaborative work environments, and how his work is shaping the future of coworking communities. Listen in!  Timestamps: 01:32 Meet Jerome 01:48 The Start of Coworking Spaces 04:18 Birth of BLANKSPACES 09:57 COVID-19 and Office Work 11:10 Flexibility and Community 19:31 Challenges and Successes in the Coworking Industry 24:55 The Top and Bottom 5% Challenge 31:47 Daily Habits for Success 34:39 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 39:48 Community Support and Giving Back Links: BLANKSPACES: https://www.blankspaces.com/ Jerome's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeromechang

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This week, I'm sharing something a little different with you - the audio version of our free masterclass on how to launch a profitable coworking space. Why? Because our next live cohort of the Coworking Startup School kicks off Tuesday, September 23rd, and this masterclass gives you a clear sense of the framework we teach inside the program. If you've been thinking about opening a space—or if you've already started the process but want to avoid the expensive mistakes that most operators make—this is your chance to get the big picture and decide if now's the time to join us live. The Coworking Startup School isn't just about theory. It's step-by-step, practical, and designed to get you from idea to open with confidence. And when you join the live cohort, you don't just get the content—you get coaching, accountability, and a community of peers who are in it with you. So take a listen, and if this resonates, don't wait. The cohort starts next week, and we'd love to see you inside. Resources Join the Coworking Startup School Live Cohort

In this episode of LiberatED, Kerry McDonald talks with education entrepreneur Courtney Klein—co-founder of All One Thing and SUNSCHOOL, and Senior Strategist with ASU Prep. Courtney shares her remarkable journey as a social impact entrepreneur from founding her first nonprofit at age 21, to starting SEED SPOT, a global startup incubator, to now leading cutting-edge ventures in alternative education. Courtney's story highlights how entrepreneurship can unlock new opportunities for families, educators, and communities to create flexible, meaningful learning environments that move beyond the traditional classroom. ***   Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold!

Fehler im Online-Interview – dieser unbewusste Stolperstein kostet dich Einladungen zum Live-Gespräch. Doch die gute Nachricht ist: Mit wenigen Anpassungen löst du das schnell.   Du kennst das: Eigentlich läuft es gut, doch am Ende kommt die Absage. Häufig liegt es nicht an deinen Skills, sondern am Setup. Deshalb zeige ich dir heute, wie du den größten Fehler im Online-Interview vermeidest und sofort professioneller wirkst.   1) Zunächst: Licht first. Schlechte Ausleuchtung killt Vertrauen. Deshalb vermeidest du Gegenlicht und nutzt weiches Licht leicht seitlich von vorn. Ein kleines Ringlicht plus Schreibtischlampe reicht oft. Dadurch wirkt dein Bild ruhig, klar und kompetent.   2) Außerdem: Hintergrund ordnet Aufmerksamkeit. Keine Küchen-Spüle und kein wuseliger Coworking-Space. Stattdessen wählst du eine ruhige Wand, ein aufgeräumtes Regal oder ein neutrales Bild. Virtuelle Hintergründe funktionieren gelegentlich, jedoch lenken sie oft ab – real ist meist besser.   3) Danach: Augenhöhe & Blickkontakt. Heb den Laptop auf Augenhöhe, denn so sprichst du in die Linse statt am Monitor vorbei. Dadurch erhöhst du Präsenz und Souveränität – sofort spürbar.   4) Weiter: Technik stabilisieren. Teste Kamera, Mikro und Tools vorab; schließe unnötige Programme; verhindere Updates. Daher ist ein LAN-Kabel oder ein Hotspot als Fallback sinnvoll. Außerdem empfehle ich den Rechner statt Handy – Bildausschnitt und Bedienung sind einfach besser.   5) Wichtig: Es gibt keine „Vorgespräche“. Jedes Erstgespräch ist ein echtes Interview. Folglich gelten Dresscode, Vorbereitung und Unterlagen wie vor Ort. Du bekommst nun mal nur eine Chance für den ersten Eindruck.   6) Zudem: Bildausschnitt & Körpersprache. Sitz zentriert, Schultern sichtbar, Haltung aufrecht. Dadurch wirken deine Aussagen ruhiger. Zeige die Hände gelegentlich, denn das schafft Vertrauen und unterstreicht Kompetenz.   7) Nicht zuletzt: Audio > Video. Ton schlägt Bild, weil Verständlichkeit entscheidet. Deshalb bringt ein einfaches externes Mikro (Lavalier oder USB) sofort mehr Autorität. Dezente In-Ears sind okay, wuchtige Headsets dagegen stören. Gegen Hall helfen Teppiche und Vorhänge.   Praxis: 5-Minuten-Generalprobe. Teste Bild, Ton, Hintergrund und Screen-Sharing mit einem Freund. So reduzierst du Nervosität und sicherst Stabilität. Anschließend gehst du entspannter ins Gespräch und punktest von Beginn an.   Fazit: Der größte Fehler im Online-Interview ist nicht deine Kompetenz, sondern der Gesamteindruck deines Setups. Wenn Licht, Hintergrund, Blickkontakt, Technik und Ton sitzen, dann spielst du sofort in einer anderen Liga – und deshalb steigen deine Zusage-Chancen deutlich.  

If you're launching a coworking space and feel like you're doing everything out of order, welcome to the club. In this episode, I share the “chicken or egg” paradox of starting a space. That messy, exhilarating, and sometimes disorienting phase where you're working on your vision, talking to brokers, crunching numbers, and trying to figure out what comes first. Whether you're just getting started or expanding, you'll hear why feeling uncertain is actually a sign you're on the right track, and what you do need in place before committing to a lease. What we cover: Why the early stages of launching a coworking space will always feel messy, and why that's normal. The essential pieces to have in place before you start looking for space. How to work with brokers who understand the coworking model. Balancing your vision, budget, and capital with your ideal product mix. The role of due diligence, test fits, and realistic build-out estimates in avoiding costly mistakes. Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

Co-working spaces aren't just about Wi-Fi and coffee anymore — they've become lifestyle hubs that align with how Gen Z wants to work, connect, and thrive. From ice-baths and yoga rooms to jam sessions, single-seat pods, and daily desk rentals — the new-age workplace is built for flexibility, focus, and fun. With features like sleeping pods, meditation zones, on-site gyms, and even mini-concierge services, co-working spaces are transforming into wellness-centric ecosystems.In this episode, Guest Vinod Raisinghani helps us to explore why Gen Z is choosing these dynamic environments over traditional offices and what this says about their values, and how employers and workspace designers are responding. The episode will focus on Gen Z's evolving work preferences and what draws them to co-workingEmerging trends: day passes, flexi-desks, admin support, community-driven eventsThe role of wellness, autonomy, and social connection in workspace design45 Best Gen Z Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Find Us OnlineVinod Raisinghani :  LinkedInNikhil :  Website,  Linkedin, Youtube & Book

In dieser Episode begrüßt Schorsch den Unternehmer Christian Byza, der seit über einem Jahrzehnt im Silicon Valley lebt und dort an der Schnittstelle von Bildung, Produktinnovation und Unternehmertum arbeitet. Christian ist Mitgründer von Learn.xyz, einer KI-basierten Lernplattform, die Lernen in Unternehmen revolutionieren möchte – kurz, mobil, gamifiziert und hochrelevant. Mit dabei (später auch): Anni, die aus familiären Gründen teilweise remote zuhört – und trotzdem zentrale Fragen zur Transformation im Mittelstand und Führungsmindset einbringt.

#303 Elaines World | Gastgeberkultur neu definiert | Luel Mulugeta | Co-FounderMehr als nur ein Café – Eine Frankfurter ErfolgsgeschichteIn dieser Episode des Startcast taucht Max Ostermeier tief in die Welt von Luel Mulugeta ein, dem Mitgründer von Elaine's Deli, einer der spannendsten Gastronomie-Marken Frankfurts. Luel erzählt von der Entstehungsgeschichte des ersten Standorts im Jahr 2016, als er und sein Geschäftspartner Guy mit überzogenen Kreditkarten und einer großen Portion Mut ihr erstes Café eröffneten. Heute betreiben sie sechs Standorte, darunter Restaurants, Bars und Co-Working-Spaces, die eine einzigartige Mischung aus Design, Qualität und emotionalem Gastgebersein verkörpern.Doch der Weg war alles andere als einfach. Luel spricht offen über die Herausforderungen der Expansion, die existenziellen Ängste während der Corona-Pandemie und die schwierigen Entscheidungen, die er als Unternehmer treffen musste – von der Kündigung langjähriger Mitarbeiter bis hin zur Schließung eines geliebten Standorts. Trotz allem blieb das Team zusammen und entwickelte eine Philosophie, die auf ehrlichem Gastgebersein basiert: Menschen emotional abzuholen und ihnen einen Ort zu bieten, an dem sie sich wohlfühlen können.Elaine's Deli steht für mehr als nur Gastronomie – es ist eine Community. Ob Banker, Kreative oder Anwohner: Jeder wird geduzt und mit Respekt behandelt. Diese Kultur hat Elaine's zu einem Treffpunkt gemacht, der weit über Kaffee und Croissants hinausgeht. Luel teilt seine Vision für die Zukunft der Marke: ein eigenes Hotel, das den „Holy Circle“ komplettiert – vom Frühstück bis zur Clubnacht.Diese Episode ist eine Hommage an die Leidenschaft für Gastronomie, die Kraft von Freundschaften im Business und den Mut, auch in schwierigen Zeiten weiterzumachen. Lass dich inspirieren von einer Geschichte voller Höhen und Tiefen, die zeigt, wie wichtig es ist, authentisch zu bleiben und jeden Gast wie einen Freund zu behandeln. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Written by Kayley Dicicco and narrated by Gayle Crew One of the biggest question marks for workplace and people leaders is, “how can I preserve company culture in a remote work environment, let alone a coworking space?”

Your Google Business Profile is more than just a listing—it's the front door to your coworking space online. And if it's not up to date, you're missing out on members. In this episode, we're diving deep into why your profile matters, how Google ranks coworking spaces, and what you can do right now to increase your visibility and bookings. We cover: Why your Google Business Profile is the top of your coworking sales funnel How fresh reviews can push you ahead of the competition The must-have details that make or break your listing The Google Review Challenge—why it's time to automate the process Pro tips for keeping your profile active, engaging, and optimized for conversions If you're ready to bring in more members without increasing your ad spend, this episode is a must-listen. Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

Enjoy this conversation about the secrets to executing successful co-working spaces. Connect with Matt:https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-cozza/Click to text the show! Email Jonathan with comments or suggestions:podcast@thesourcecre.comOr visit the webpage:www.thesourcecre.com*Some or all of the show notes may have been generated using AI tools.

Are your community managers ready to help your coworking space accomplish goals with less friction in 2025? In this episode, we're diving into the four key strategies to align, empower, and strengthen your team for success.

Tamara Payne is a multi-passionate, human-centered entrepreneur and a master connector...it makes sense that she ended up in coworking! Tamara owns Ensemble Coworking, along with a coaching business. This episode is full of gold nuggets on how she structures a team that allows her to work on the business, not in it, and how she has created a profitable business that is still community-first (check out her Google reviews!) In this episode, Tamara shares: The transition from a marketing business to launching a coworking space in Fort Worth and the challenges she faced. Why a strong, community-focused culture is at the heart of Ensemble Coworking's success and how it impacts member retention. The role of a visionary and integrator in a coworking business partnership and how to work through early-stage challenges. How they leveraged organic marketing and word-of-mouth to grow their business and build a loyal community. Insight into their diverse revenue streams, including meeting room rentals, virtual memberships, and dedicated desk options. Tamara's journey proves that, with the right mindset and a community-first approach, a coworking space can thrive. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Q1 2025 Planning Session - Join us! Tamara's LinkedIn profile Ensemble Coworking website Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

Are you interested in how strategic marketing can create community change with limited resources? In this episode of The Power Lounge, host Amy Vaughn introduces Erin Maxson from COHatch, a specialist in impact marketing. The episode, titled "Mission-Driven Marketing," explores the use of narrative to engage communities and the effectiveness of cost-efficient marketing campaigns. Erin shares examples from supporting local blood drives to assisting a budding romance novelist with a new website. The discussion will cover the importance of local involvement, the benefits of seeking feedback, and how targeted marketing efforts can influence communities significantly.Listen for a conversation filled with real-world stories and strategies from Erin that demonstrate how impactful change is achievable for everyone..Connect with Erin:Erin MaxsonHead of National Digital and Marketing, COHatchLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinmaxson/Episode Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction00:49 - Exploring Purpose-Driven Marketing for Significant Impact09:20 - Personalized Contributions from Smaller Businesses11:00 - Discovering Pressure-Free Community Impact in Phoenix16:19 - COHatch: Enhancing Community with Coworking Spaces and Rentals24:06 - Laurie Champions Passionate Storytelling for Community Engagement27:22 - Effective Storytelling in Impact Marketing on a Budget32:28 - Building Sustained Relationships Through Mission-Driven Marketing37:51 - Leveraging Local Research to Understand Community Needs43:02 - Lynette Utilizes Local Design for Enhanced Community Comfort49:23 - Focusing on Revenue and Organizing Events to Support Star House53:50 - Committing Effectively by Knowing Yourself57:59 - Challenges Encountered While Reading "How Change Happens"01:02:19 - OutroQuote of the Episode:"Being a smaller business or freelancer is tough, but seeing my direct impact on others is deeply rewarding." - Erin Maxson"In impact-driven campaigns,You have to be prepared to watch it fly or fail" - Erin MaxsonSupport the show

Hope is not a strategy. One of the pitfalls of being an entrepreneur is that we tend to like to just keep moving. But actions taken at random will not get us closer to our goal as fast as focused actions taken against a plan. In this episode, we introduce a "12 Week Year" planning framework and invite you to our Q1 2025 planning workshop. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: The Q1 2025 Planning Workshop for Coworking Space Owners The Twelve Week Year book Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

In this conversation, Demetri and Chantz discuss the evolution of computers, particularly focusing on Apple's advancements and the significance of Mac in creative work. They transition into the topic of coworking spaces, exploring their benefits, the resurgence of WeWork, and the various membership tiers available. The discussion highlights the psychological advantages of changing work environments and how novelty can enhance productivity. In this conversation, Demetri Panici and Chantz discuss the advantages of coworking spaces compared to traditional coffee shops, emphasizing the importance of a conducive work environment for productivity and mental health. They explore how changing workspaces can lead to increased creativity and productivity, the psychological benefits of dressing for success, and the challenges of maintaining work-life balance in a remote work setting. The discussion also touches on employer expectations and the potential benefits of utilizing day passes for coworking spaces as a solution to distractions at home. Thank you as always for listening. What did you think of this episode? Please leave us your thoughts about the episode and a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rating⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Apple Podcasts. We'll be responding to comments every Saturday on the main podcast! RESOURCES & LINKS:

Send us a textIn this episode of the Remotely One podcast, co-hosts Rick Haney and Kaleem Clarkson sit down with Chicago-based entrepreneur Sam Rosen, co-founder of Deskpass, to explore his unconventional path to success and the future of coworking and flexible workspaces. Sam's journey, full of twists and surprises, exemplifies resilience, innovation, and a sharp instinct for recognizing the shifting needs of the modern workforce.Sam's career didn't follow a traditional route. His unique backstory as a "three-time college dropout" is a label he proudly embraces. Rather than viewing it as a setback, Sam sees it as an essential part of his identity as an entrepreneur. His success story proves that a college degree is not the only path to achievement—what really matters is passion, resilience, and adaptability.Sam's first major business venture was One Design Company, a digital design agency he founded from his spare bedroom in 2005. At a time when businesses were just beginning to navigate the digital space, Sam found himself in a unique position—acting as a translator between generations familiar with the internet and those who were not.In 2008, Sam's entrepreneurial instincts led him to co-found Chicago's first coworking space, The Coop. At the time, the coworking movement was still in its infancy, with only about 300 spaces globally. His inspiration for The Coop came during a visit to Brooklyn, where he struggled to find reliable internet while working remotely from his girlfriend's cramped apartment. After an unsuccessful attempt to work from a local café, Sam discovered coworking through a space called "The Change You Want to See." He was immediately drawn to the community-driven atmosphere and knew he wanted to bring this model back to Chicago.As Sam's career evolved, so did his business interests. By 2010, he had developed proprietary software to manage The Coop's operations, including billing and scheduling. This software became the foundation for his next company, DeskTime, which he eventually sold. However, DeskTime was just a precursor to what would become his most successful venture to date: Deskpass.Deskpass, the platform Sam currently helms, is designed to meet the growing demand for flexible workspaces. Remote and hybrid teams can use Deskpass to find coworking spaces across the globe, giving them the flexibility to work from various locations. Unlike traditional coworking companies like WeWork, which tie members to specific locations, Deskpass operates as a marketplace, offering a wide variety of workspaces without owning any real estate.Today, Deskpass plays a pivotal role in the evolving landscape of remote work. The platform not only connects users with coworking spaces but also provides businesses with a way to offer remote and hybrid work options to their employees. Sam's story is a testament to the power of innovation, resilience, and the ability to forge one's own path. His ventures—from One Design Company to Deskpass—highlight his forward-thinking approach to business and his deep understanding of the evolving needs of today's workforce. As the world of work continues to shift, Sam remains at the forefront of the coworking and flexible workspace revolution, offering solutions that cater to both companies and individuals!Learn more about Sam:Sam's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammyrosen/?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appDeskpass's Webpage: https://www.deskpass.com/

In this episode, I sit down with Karen Tait, founder of The Residence Coworking in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire. Karen shares her inspiring journey from a career in investment banking to creating a high-end coworking space that caters to the needs of suburban professionals. With a vision for blending luxury with functionality, Karen has turned The Residence into a thriving hub for the local business community, providing more than just desks—it's a space that fosters connections, collaboration, and a sense of belonging. We talked about: How Karen transitioned from investment banking to launching The Residence Coworking The unique challenges and opportunities of building a high-end coworking space in the suburbs Why community and customer experience are crucial for coworking success How The Residence caters to the needs of suburban professionals and remote workers Insights from scaling up The Residence during and after the pandemic Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

Q4 is right around the corner and on this episode, I share three ideas for Q4 goals that you can set to add profit to your business. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Mailbox Moneymaker Challenge Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube  

Send us a textE134: Record vacancies in commercial real estate has become an opportunity for flexible space but managing a flexible space is a challenge. DeShawn Brown, Co-Founder and CEO of COWORKS, explains how COWORKS software is designed to make life easier for the day-to-day management of flexible space. From traditional hot desk spaces to university entrepreneur programs, from makerspaces to hybrid offices, from childcare and coworking to women-only coworking spaces, COWORKS enables a flexible space to run smoothly, connect members, and help real estate businesses grow. Questions about COWORKS? Contact DeShawn at deshawn@coworks.com. (recorded 8/26/24)Follow David on LinkedIn or reach out to David on Twitter/X @DGRollingSouth for comments. Follow Paul on LinkedIn or reach out to Paul on Twitter/X @PalmettoAngel We invite your feedback and suggestions at www.ventureinthesouth.com or email david@ventureinthesouth.com. Learn more about RollingSouth at rollingsouth.vc or email david@rollingsouth.vc.

On this episode, we're sharing some nuggets from our recent Community Manager University roundtable on 2024 Coworking Trends. The group discussed the "hospitality" trend in coworking and shared a few simple ideas to integrate daily hospitality into your coworking space. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Mailbox Money Maker Challenge Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube  

In this episode, the founder of General Provision, a co-working space and South Florida's largest community of founders, makers, and creatives gather, Tim Hasse is with me to discuss the power of community building through and the benefits of a shared working environment. He further discusses how co-working spaces foster creativity, collaboration and productivity as well.    Tim shares insights on the community aspects of co-working and how it can lead to valuable connections, hospitality and network opportunities as well. I hope you all will gain a deeper understanding of the power of working around others in a co-working space and how it can positively impact you to a balanced work experience.   In This Episode: [00:20] Introducing Tim Hasse [03:00] How it all started. The co- working space. [07:45] The impact. [12:45] Struggles and challenges. [24:00] Community building. [33:45] Tips for people looking for co-working space.   Guest Link and References: Website: http://generalprovision.com , 7 day trial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gen_provision Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timhasse/ Twitter: tim_hasse   Book Reference: The Innovation Stack by Jim McKelvey   Links and References: Wizards of Amazon: https://www.wizardsofecom.com/ Wizards of Amazon Courses: www.wizardsofecom.com/academy Wizards of Amazon Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/South-Florida-FBA/ Wizards of Amazon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WizardsofAmazon/ Wizards of Amazon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wizardsofecom/

Female-only co-working spaces started to grow during the #metoo movement. But some have struggled. We speak to entrepreneurs who are running these spaces - and the women working in them. Are they a viable alternative to going to the office? (Picture: Oi Leng Lui, who founded the co-working space, The Hearth, in north London.)Presented and produced by Dougal Shaw

Sam Rosen, the Co-Founder and CEO of Deskpass, joins the show to share his journey from starting a rollerblading delivery service growing up to making coworking spaces easier to reserve than ever. Hear how he started the first coworking space in Chicago, the most creative coworking spaces, how to manage thousands of customers, his favorite lessons from his creative parents, and the best things to do in the Chicago River. Connect with Sam at SammyRosen.com and Deskpass.com

Tune in to CEO School as Suneera is joined by Dr. Mary Seats, a powerhouse of inspiration and a trailblazer for women in business. As the queen of Atlanta's coworking scene, Mary shares her secret sauce to hosting sold-out events and baking dreams into reality, even if she can't bake a cupcake to save her life! They're tackling everything from investing in spaces that empower female founders, to the high-stakes world of entrepreneurship that'll have you dodging potholes on the road to success. Suneera spills the tea on building businesses with an exit in mind and why separating your personal identity from your business can be your saving grace. Plus, they're dishing out soulful advice on staying intentionally high vibe to attract the yummiest of opportunities and keep that energy soaring. Don't miss Mary's invaluable lessons on creating legacies, connecting with your tribe, and why pouring into yourself is just as crucial as pouring into your business. By the end of the episode, you'll have the roadmap to navigate through the entrepreneurial potholes, find your tribe, and master the high vibes that magnetize success. Listen in, share with your squad, and watch your world transform. Connect with Mary: https://www.instagram.com/mzskittlez/Connect with Suneera: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/Connect with CEO School: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level?Join my exclusive, 8-week coaching program, and gather the right tools and resources to scale your business effectively and sustainably.Entrepreneurship is hard and the road is overwhelming, lonely, and uncertain. By joining The Accelerator, you go from bearing the pressure of scaling your business to learning from a 9-figure founder and expert.Visit: TheCEOSchool.co/Accelerator today. Elevate your leadership. Elevate your success. Don't miss out. Join The CEO School Accelerator now.Shop our Merch: https://theceoschool.co/the-shop

WeWork – the shared office space company – was once hailed as a revolutionary way to work, with a $47 billion valuation to match.But earlier this month, the company filed for bankruptcy. WeWork reported more than $18 billion in debt and around $100 million in unpaid rent.And while the bankruptcy may be the final nail in WeWork's proverbial coffin, many other coworking spaces have cropped up all around the country.We discuss what the future of remote work will look like and how coworking spaces fit into that future.Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Find out how to connect with us by visiting our website.