Podcasts about Indy Hall

Adam Teterus is Director of Community at Indy Hall. He shared a story of donating a kidney to his friend and podcast partner. at MISSION Story Slam 11: It's A Family Affair Tuesday December 3, 2024 at National Mechanics in Philly sponsored by PWPvideo.

In this insightful episode, Lucas speaks with Alex Hillman. Alex, from Indy Hall and Stacking the Bricks, shares his extensive experience in launching products and building successful communities. Alex discusses the importance of understanding your target audience through methods like Sales Safari, the significance of addressing pain points, and the value of strategic customer research.He also provides detailed examples of effective headlines and marketing strategies, emphasizing the long-term success of focusing on well-understood, specific customer groups. This conversation is packed with practical advice and lessons learned from years of helping creators and entrepreneurs launch and grow their own businesses.For more information about Courses and Funnels, head to: https://coursesandfunnels.com/Faceboook: https://www.facebook.com/courses.and.funnelsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coursesandfunnels/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCce7KMUpUlCNaFKqkLxaZJgListen to the Courses and Funnels Podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/courses-and-funnels-podcast/id1712988006Follow Alex HillmanWebsite: https://indyhall.org/

Alex Hillman is a business educator and coach, community builder, author of The Tiny MBA and Founder and Fearless Leader of Philly's Indy Hall, COVID dealt what could have been a death-blow to Philadelphia's premiere co-work site. Alex shares the story of how he and his team staged a world-class recovery and renaissance of their business and community.She spoke with PWPvideo Exexcutive Producer Michael Schweisheimer about this and more on Episode 24 of The MISSION Story Slam Podcast.

Alex Hillman is a business educator and coach, community builder, author of The Tiny MBA and Founder and Fearless Leader of Philly's Indy Hall, COVID dealt what could have been a death-blow to Philadelphia's premiere co-work site. Alex shares the story of how he and his team staged a world-class recovery and renaissance of their business and community.She spoke with PWPvideo Exexcutive Producer Michael Schweisheimer about this and more on Episode 23 of The MISSION Story Slam Podcast.

It's the Friday News Roundup! But, a little different this time. We're talking big picture... about the changes we're most excited to see in our city, the most pressing issues facing residents, and how we can all stay better connected. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Afea Tucker, Philadelphia community engagement reporter for The Trace, Conrad Benner, founder of Streets Dept, a local art blog, and City Cast Philly Arts & Culture contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. This live show was taped at the Indy Hall Clubhouse in Northern Liberties on August 30, 2023. Find out more about our guests' work here: Afea Tucker: Email atucker@thetrace.org or visit Up The Block and TheTrace.org Charles Tyson, Jr.: Follow @neverskurred on Instagram and X. Or, listen to the Full Circle Pod Conrad Benner: Follow @streetsdept on Instagram, X, and TikTok. Check out StreetsDept.com Our live event was also powered by a great Philly business: the Indy Hall Clubhouse & Community. Indy Hall is Philly's original community of freelancers, remote workers, and more. It's for those who love their freedom and flexibility, but don't like always feeling alone. Their clubhouse in Northern Liberties, near 2nd and Spring Garden, is Indy Hall's latest home, providing a comfortable and flexible place to work, play, and get to know people doing all kinds of cool things in Philadelphia. They'd love to meet you, so check out their website, and their upcoming event schedule, at indyhall.org.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FULL TRANSCRIPT On Thursday, May 19, 2022, Tamman and Indy Hall unveiled a new event collaboration called Un/Ravel: Stories that tie us together. Un/Ravel is designed to knit our community together through short personal talks on themed topics at the nexus of accessibility, work, and community.

Many organizations are still struggling to rebuild community after the pandemic forced everyone apart. Alex Hillman is the founder of Indy Hall, one of the first coworking spaces in Philadelphia. He had to answer the question, "How do you keep a space-based community together when the space goes away?"  In this episode, Alex shares stories that show why Indy Hall coworking is far more than a piece of real estate.  He shows how the community helps members find their way, grow and change.  Around 28:40, he shares some advice on choosing the best stories to tell - not necessarily stories of your most impressive success.  Alex is an entertaining and sought-after speaker. Enjoy your time with this episode! Reach Alex at indyhall.org or his email, alex@indyhall.org and share what resonated with you. 

Hop online and spend your Friday at Indy Hall! We have... ☕️ Coffee chat in the morning

Hey, friends! Join us for another round of Letter Writing Happy Hour tonight at 6pm ET at the new Indy Hall clubhouse. It's a fun, chill way to meet new friends while encouraging folks to get out and vote in upcoming elections. See you tonight!

Indy Hall @megcumby has a running list of fun items, events, and ideas to reward herself for her hard work. It's cute! What would you put on your own "self reward" list? #GMIH

Happy Friday, Indy Hall! Drink water, pace yourself, work hard, and enjoy a well-earned & restful weekend.

One of the perks of going to Indy Hall's new clubhouse is not having to worry about distracting my partner with loud narration while we attempt to work separately and harmoniously in a very small one bedroom apartment.

Today is a very special day for Indy Hall's Community Director, @adamteterus.

Last year, Indy Hall members exchanged streaming playlists for one another instead of a gift swap. Don't count out the mixtape this holiday, it's a thoughtful, nostalgic, and personal gift!

Happy Thanksgiving from Indy Hall! We're deeply grateful to everyone in our community and all those who have supported us over the past year and a half. Enjoy your holiday, and save room for seconds!

Today is Indy Hall's

Tomorrow is First Friday in October, and we're celebrating the Indy Hall community all day long. Events are open to join, we'll plan our community's future, and you're invited to enjoy an online REFRESH Movement class lead by Ariel Weiss. Let us know you're stopping by tomorrow! https://meetingplace.io/indyhall/events/5802

Next Friday, October 1, we're hosting a Community Day with some of our favorite regular events and a Town Hall to answer the question, "where does Indy Hall go from here?" We hope you'll join us while we plot out the future of Indy Hall.

At Show & Tell, an Indy Hall member or friend of the community shares a short presentation about what they're working on, teach something, or simply say 'hi'! Every Thursday at 12pm EDT, members and guests are welcome!

It's a new month, we're in a new phase for Indy Hall. Let's start August on the right foot, together!

As we say "goodbye" to our current clubhouse, we welcome whatever we'll make together next. This is a fresh start for Indy Hall.

Tomorrow, come hang out with us for Indy Hall at Home, our open community day! You can dive right into our schedule of social events, or casually dip your toe into our online coworking community. Water's fine, come on in!

Today is Tarot Tuesday, and Indy Hall's own Anaia is booking 1-1 time with folks interested in a reading. Connect with Anaia on Discord if you're curious! #IndyHall

This is for anyone who has ever thought "I wish there was an Indy Hall in my city", you can join Indy Hall tomorrow - for free! - during our monthly Open Hall day! http://indyhall.org/open #IndyHall

If you're feeling apprehensive about the word "normal" lately, maybe you've found some solace online. We sure have. Indy Hall's online community is incredible, and we want you to check it out. For free. On Friday. http://indyhall.org/open #IndyHall

If you've been following us this entire past year wondering, "wait how is Indy Hall doing the whole coworking thing...online?", tomorrow is for you. Open Hall at Home the best way to try us out from the comfort of your own where ever-you-are. See you tomorrow! http://indyhall.org/open

Jason Marziani - Your crash course in NFTs Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g On this episode, we sat down (virtually) with Jason Marziani.  Jason is a game creator, software developer, fan engager, writer, and investor.  As CTO of MVP Interactive, a fan experience technology company, Jason works with sports teams and brands to bring gameplay and augmented reality experiences onto concourses and mobile devices around the globe.  He leads a team of creatives, developers, IT, and project managers to deliver results to MVP Interactive's clients, including Colorado Rockies, Coca-cola, JBL, Sacramento Kings, and the Tennessee Titans. Jason has built games that would win awards at IndieCade Festival and the Webbie Awards, and worked with companies like Zynga and Urban Outfitters.  He also became a co-working pioneer as an early member at Philadelphia’s first co-working space, Indy Hall (www.indyhall.org), and as a launch partner of Philadelphia’s first video game-focused co-working space, the Game Forge. Here is Jason's talk with Indy Hall (indyhall.org) about NFTs (on YouTube):  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKk11McmrxQ On this episode you will hear: What exactly is the blockchain. Once you know what the blockchain is, we discuss what a Non Fungible Token (NFT) is exactly. We discuss the "uniqueness" aspect of NFTs. You will also hear about how NFTs originated, and how they apply to art and collectibles. After that, you will hear about OpenSea (https://opensea.io/). Our next convo leads into CryptoPunks and CryptoKitties (and how they lead to the scarcity, and eventually lots of value). You will also hear about things like ascii art, Chainfaces, and other uses of NFTs and blockchain. Then, we discuss potential uses of NFTs to solve some real world problems. Lastly, we wrap up looking at the NFT landscape as a whole. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted and produced by Tony Lopes, and edited by Eric Leidelmeyer.  Jason Marziani joined us remotely, via Zoom. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Jason Marziani, CTO of MVP Interactive (mvp-interactive.com) Editor - Eric Leidelmeyer The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 - SoftStix Productions LLC www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn

In this episode Seth and Shannon talk with Alex Hillman, who is quite a renaissance man. He is the co-founder of one of the original co-working spots in the nation, Indy Hall, in Philadelphia, PA. He is also the author of the Tiny MBA, and the co-founder of Stacking The Bricks, an educational company that helps entrepreneurs on their journey. Preroll Ad:  This business book is excellent: Tiny MBA (https://socl.bz/tinymba) Tweet length business snippets from a business innovator in Philadelphia with more than 15+ years of business experience. Intro: Seth: Hey, Everyone, and welcome to season two, episode twelve of the Digital Marketing Dive Podcast. I'm Seth with Goldstein Media, and with me as always is the amazing and talented Shannon of DIAM Business Consulting. Shannon, you ready to rock? Today we have Alex Hillman on the show. Alex is the co-founder of Indy Hall, one of the oldest (2006) co-working spaces in the nation (maybe the world). He is also the author of the the Tiny MBA (*full disclosure our title sponsor for this show, thanks Alex). He is also the co-founder of Stacking the Bricks, an e-learning course business for product-centered entrepreneurs. Topics & Links Who is Alex Hillman?IndyHall.orgWith the pandemic Indy Hall's online coworking community has been growing beyond the Philadelphia-area.Open Hall!Tiny MBAHow did it come about? What's the origin story? What is your favorite part of the book?Stacking the BricksWhat is it? What is 30x500? Who should enroll? Shannon's Event In April: Piecing Together A Success Business https://socl.bz/6R Shout Out (Ad) Breesy Masks are Silver-Nano Protected, Breathable, Lightweight, Fog-Free.Xchange: Most Protective. 5 layers of protection with silver-nano technology.Sports: Most Breathable. 2 layers of protection with silver-nano technology. Link: https://socl.bz/masks Outro: Seth: Well, that was so much fun Shan.  Shannon: It was great!! Reach out to us on DMD's social media channels and let us know what challenges you are having with digital marketing.  I want to shout out to Breesy Masks for keeping us covered in the craziness of 2021. These are by far the most comfortable masks I've worn. They are lightweight and moisture-wicking for a cool and comfortable experience. Check them out. The link is in the show notes! Seth: If you're enjoying the season, please feel free to give us a review in Apple Podcasts or the podcast directory of your choice. We appreciate all the support. If you feel so inclined check out PodChaser and give us a review there! That's it for this episode, but we want to hear from you. Drop us an email at hello@digitalmarketingdive.com or join our Discord server here: https://socl.bz/dmd-dc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is “the Dodcast” I'm your host, Nathaniel Dodson. In today's podcast I sat down with Alex Hillman, an entrepreneur, a co-working expert, and a buddy of mine. Alex is a mainstay in the coworking and startup community both in Philadelphia and around world. You can check out more about Alex at dangerouslyawesome.com or at indyhall.org where you'll find information about the coworking space we talk about here.In our chat, Alex and I talk about coworking, what it is, how it works, and where so many people get it wrong, we talk about some of the challenges of managing a space for hundreds of small business owners. I recall a time I got blocked from coming to Indy Hall, a time that he hacked his school's network, and one way he thought I brought value to the community when we first met. We talk about all this and much more on THIS, the fifth episode of “the Dodcast.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Hillman is the founder of IndyHall, the oldest coworking space in Philadelphia and one of the oldest and longest-running in the United States. Alex is an expert on creating and maximizing value from community. He talks about using stories to create and maintain community. Best quote: “Rules are the scar tissue of past decisions.” In the first ten minutes we talk about Alex's background and some stories about Indy Hall. Some highlights from the show: 13:40: For creating community, the key is writing yourself into the story – and now you have a story you can talk about. 14:25: “The story of why these microphones on the table is more important than the fact that we have these microphones on the table.” 18:40: The importance of letting go of the story and letting stories bubble up: giving people permission is the secret.  22:50: How to get a message across: how the Indy Hall team uses stories to help potential members see themselves in the Indy Hall story 25:40: Indy Hall's unique membership level: You can't buy your way into becoming a keyholder. You have to earn your privileges. Two stories of how this tradition came to be a part of the Indy Hall culture. 30:00 The role of the leader is to find out the stories everyone else has.  

In this episode, Sam and Alex talk tools - specifically, one tool we use at Indy Hall to create community continuity. Find out which communication software we use to create a first-class gathering space for our entire community.People underestimate how much value an online gathering place brings to a coworking community. Using Slack, we create opportunities for members to discover one another and feel ownership over the community they belong to.Subscribe to the show to get a new episode every MondaySubscribe in iTunesSubscribe in OvercastGet the RSS FeedSubscribe via emailAnd don't forget you can also follow me on Twitter http://twitter.com/alexhillman :) Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been almost three years and more than 50 episodes, and we're finally introducing Indy Hall's co-founder, Geoff DiMasi, to the show. [Heads up: this episode is PACKED with valuable lessons and exercises for how to get people to do things together, and this is one of my favorite episodes we've done for how personal and actionable it is. Enjoy!]Alex and Geoff's conversation couldn't be more timely for the New Year as they discuss setting achievable goals and the unbeatable fulfillment of actually making stuff. Hear Geoff's personal recollection of Indy Hall's origin and how these community co-founders prioritize invitations and attainable ambitions.Subscribe to the show to get a new episode every MondaySubscribe in iTunesSubscribe in OvercastGet the RSS FeedSubscribe via emailAnd don't forget you can also follow me on Twitter http://twitter.com/alexhillman :) Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our final episode in the year 2016! Alex and Adam explore a brand new segment called "Catchphrase" in which they share a common mantra spoken by staff and members of Indy Hall.In this episode, the catchphrase is: ask the f*cking members.The guys also describe a time-honored Indy Hall tradition, our community Town Hall. They recall the origin, purpose, and best (and worst) examples of Town Hall through our history.They also, inadvertently, learn a valuable lesson out loud.Subscribe to the show to get a new episode every MondaySubscribe in iTunesSubscribe in OvercastGet the RSS FeedSubscribe via emailAnd don't forget you can also follow me on Twitter http://twitter.com/alexhillman :) Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week [Alex] sits down with Mike Mehalick the engineer behind this very show to discuss an inside perspective on working within the Indy Hall community and what it means to develop professionally as a coworking college intern.The discussion also touches on different insights into how to develop an audience with the college community and what it means to grow the coworking ideal amongst others. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look at the reality of what coworking spaces offer a city and how it's value can and should be shared with those investing in them.The first thing to consider when vying for you coworking space in the city is why? Ask yourself not only how can you make your space successful, but what does that success look like to your city government?Though Philadelphia maintains its consistency in "brotherly love" and cheesesteak championing, the inherent politics embedded in it's government policies can and will change and so Indy Hall's position within those politics has to as well.Subscribe to the show to get a new episode every MondaySubscribe in iTunesSubscribe in OvercastGet the RSS FeedSubscribe via emailAnd don't forget you can also follow me on Twitter http://twitter.com/alexhillman :) Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Could coworking be an alternative to going to college? Well, it depends. Consider the question: how do you want to succeed?In this episode we consider why coworking might be a better option for those who want a more hands on approach to working on what they're passionate about as well as, how the diversity, resources and opportunities of a coworking space are not dissimilar to that of a college campus.With a little ingenuity you'll find there a ton of awesome opportunities that coworking can offer your career, not the least of which could be a scholarship program like the one we're experimenting with at Indy Hall...Subscribe to the show to get a new episode every MondaySubscribe in iTunesSubscribe in OvercastGet the RSS FeedSubscribe via emailAnd don't forget you can also follow me on Twitter http://twitter.com/alexhillman :) Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

How trust is earned in the workplace, why it's most often missing, and what we can learn from coworking spaces to make better coworking spaces and more productive, innovative, powerful organizations.“Organizations have many examples of when people need to be working together in order to accomplish their goals, but they don't work together and in some cases, they work against each other.Then you have examples in coworking places when people don't need to work together, but they do.”Special thank you to Pilar Orti for allowing me to re-publish this episode from her show "21st Century Work Life". I had a ton of fun recording this episode.Let me know what you think!Save $10 on the Indy Hall Community Building AudiobookBefore I started Indy Hall, I had nothing. No experience. No money. Almost no network in my city.Today we've created a world-renowned community with hundreds of thriving members. But how?Find out: http://www.theindyhallway.com/ten/ and use the code "virtualnotdistant" at checkout to save $10.Subscribe to the show to get a new episode every MondaySubscribe in iTunesSubscribe in OvercastGet the RSS FeedSubscribe via emailAnd don't forget you can also follow me on Twitter http://twitter.com/alexhillman :) Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In less than 30 days, Indy Hall is moving into a new home. Which means right now, there's a LOT to do.Everything about this project is a game of choices and priorities. Evaluating pros and cons. Maybe this sounds familiar?For us, it's also a test of the principles we've honed over the last decade.In this episode we dive deep into the decisions we made that went into this crucial move, including how we navigate endless "unknowns," the importance of neighborhood and the scale of our impact on it, and why we've decided NOT to get a (much) bigger space even though we could.And most importantly, how I'm juggling it all without losing my mind. :)If you're looking towards opening your first coworking space, or considering a move of your own at some point in the future, there's a TON to learn from our situation.We have lots more to share so be sure to subscribe to The Coworking Weekly Show to get PART TWO of this discussion, where we pull back the curtain on the most crucial part of our coworking playbook: how I include our community in the process. Stay tuned!For an even more complete collection of lessons learned from building our community, check out our audio book "The First Ten." It's the story of how we built our community before opening a coworking space, and the most important lessons you should learn before your even opened your doors.Subscribe to the show to get a new episode every MondaySubscribe in iTunesSubscribe in OvercastGet the RSS FeedSubscribe via emailAnd don't forget you can also follow me on Twitter http://twitter.com/alexhillman :) Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we consider the potential hybridization of private offices and coworking spaces and whether or not it can actually benefit your community.Looking at the specific example of a community "innovation center" we'll discuss the pros and cons of private work space, and why Indy Hall chose otherwise.Subscribe to the show to get a new episode every MondaySubscribe in iTunesSubscribe in OvercastGet the RSS FeedSubscribe via emailAnd don't forget you can also follow me on Twitter http://twitter.com/alexhillman :) Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh with experience and excitment for our next Indy Hall move, we'll address the essential three considerations we've had to take before making the move.From the initial search to the landlord negotiation we'll take you through the steps that ultimately help you find what space works for you and your community all while bolstering relationships.Subscribe to the show to get a new episode every MondaySubscribe in iTunesSubscribe in OvercastGet the RSS FeedSubscribe via emailAnd don't forget you can also follow me on Twitter http://twitter.com/alexhillman :) Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're answering that question on how to approach and negotiate with sponsors and do it in a way that demonstrates value for you, them and of course, the community as a whole!Updates on Indy Hall's move and the just released Indy Hall Way audiobook also included! Give a listen and enjoy the episode!The Indy Hall Way Audiobook https://theindyhallway.com/ten/Subscribe to the show to get a new episode every MondaySubscribe in iTunesSubscribe in OvercastGet the RSS FeedSubscribe via emailAnd don't forget you can also follow me on Twitter http://twitter.com/alexhillman :) Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does it feel like something is missing from your city? Maybe a tech or creative community. Maybe an entrepreneurial community.Before he founded Philly Improv Theater, Greg Maughan felt that Philly lacked a comedy community. So he set out to create one.In this funny, insightful interview, fellow comic and Indy Hall team member Sam Abrams talks with Greg about how the theater - and the community it comprises - were built and have grown and evolved over the years. There's SO much to learn in this interview for brand new and veteran coworking spaces alike.Notable Quotes"Recognizing things are happening...figure out why..." [11:08]"I don't want to be a gatekeeper for comedy in the city of Philadelphia...I don't know whats funny. I know what's funny to me, but just because I don't think something's funny it doesn't mean that a huge crowd of people aren't going to disagree with me." [17:54]"The other thing they don't tell you about growth is...going from 50 members to 100 is not a doubling...it's an exponential increase in relationships." [25:51]Support the show and get the next episodeI'm growing the team that makes this show happen! This episode is the first one that I didn't produce myself, so say hello to my new producer Mike Mehalick. Say hi, Mike!So here's the scoop: Mike and I are working hard on a brand new production workflow this year so you're going to be seeing new episodes of the show dropping MUCH more often.Lots of awesome stuff to come, I promise, and you don't want to miss this. Subscribe however you like to subscribe, here's some handy links for you:Subscribe in OvercastSubscribe in iTunesGet the RSS FeedSuscribe via Email Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you met Stephan Matanovic in person, you might be surprised by what you learn about him.You'd find out that he's a total technophile. That he's a father of three. That he cares a ton about fitness. That he listens to a LOT of rock and roll music. And somewhere in that conversation, you'd likely find out that he's a proud member of Indy Hall, where he works from a standing desk and is known throughout the community as someone you can always turn to for help.Which might not be surprising until you find out that Stephan works in an industry that comes with a lot of stigma attached to it: he's a lawyer. After 15 years in a massive 800+ lawyer firm, he landed at Indy Hall and has since changed almost everything about how he approaches his work.This Episode of The Coworking Weekly Show is focused more about what Stephan has learned about how to build professional relationships by investing small bits of his time and attention into the people around him. And he's the first to admit that it didn't come automatically and easily…he had to learn how to do it. So we brought him onto the show so you could learn from him!Sam Abrams is back in this episode as a co-host (you met her back in episode 16) for this quick but extremely insightful conversation with Stephan. In just 30 minutes there are at least a dozen actionable takeaways for anyone who wants to better understand how people can get the most value from being a part of a coworking community.My recommendation to you is to listen to this conversation with coworkers. Even if you listen once on your own, try listening again with a few people in your team or community. Use it as a discussion starter.Notable Quotes“The ways to connect the dots become apparent. In sort of a beautiful mind, red string across the board kind of way. If you know people, and you know what motivates them, you see those connections.” [9:08]“I'm not good at small-talk. I've never liked it. But I know it's essential to breaking down those barriers because everyone has a story. Everyone brings something to the table. And I'm genuinely curious - not just what can I get from you, but what can you teach me, what can I learn?” [12:12]“I look at my 15 years in the firms as, I was paid to be a bully. Whether it was a deal or litigation, I was a blunt instrument, I was paid to be a bully. I don't do that now. I want to help you build things. That's my job now.” [17:54]Stephan is speaking at People at Work SummitSave the date for April 21st! People at Work is an entirely online “conference” about work and collaboration. A first of it's kind, taking place over 24 consecutive hours and across 7 continents.This is going to be a great place for YOU to practice connecting the dots and getting more connected to the global coworking community.Stephan is joining People at Work to help you learn how to help coworking space members around the world connect the dots in their own communities.Tickets for the Summit go on sale this Friday, February 11th. Find out more about the format, meet more speakers, and get the link to register here.Support the show and get the next episodeI'm growing the team that makes this show happen! This episode is the first one that I didn't produce myself, so say hello to my new producer Mike Mehalick. Say hi, Mike!So here's the scoop: Mike and I are working hard on a brand new production workflow this year so you're going to be seeing new episodes of the show dropping MUCH more often.Lots of awesome stuff to come, I promise, and you don't want to miss this. Subscribe however you like to subscribe, here's some handy links for you:Subscribe in OvercastSubscribe in iTunesGet the RSS FeedSuscribe via Email Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

This year there are over a DOZEN coworking conferences scheduled to take place this year alone. So many I literally can't keep track any more.In this episode you're going to learn how my teammate Sam Abrams not only had a great time but learned a LOT at her first conference last fall.This episode one part “recap” of the inaugural GCUC Canada and one part action steps that YOU can take to make sure that you leave any conference you go to with more than your moneys' worth.Key Quotes and Takeaways[15:22] "Let's stop preaching to the choir about how awesome coworking is."[29:04] “It's not luck…it's by design.”[60:55 ] "It helped hearing how others do it and consider adapting their process for yourself....or just completely challenging your own process to see if it still makes sense.”My question for you is: have you been to a conference? Why or why not?(Especially if you haven't…PLEASE listen to this episode and tell me what you think about making this your first year of joining one of these events. Which one will you go to?)While every industry has events (and I've been to my fair share), coworking conferences are particularly unique in a lot of ways, especially when the coworking core values are in play.The people who attend are so generous with what they know (and can save you so much time and heartache trying to figure things out on your own), and everyone I meet is excited to meet other people “get” what they're trying to do without another long-winded explanation of what coworking is.My 2016 Conference Schedule (so far)One of my favorite parts about going to conferences is meeting YOU, listeners of the show and readers of my website.I'd love to meet you this year, and I have two specific events that I want to see you at in the first half of the year:Where: Bali - Coworking Asia - February 24-28I was SO BUMMED to miss this event last year due to a shoulder injury and only be able to do a virtual Q&A over Google Hangouts.This year I'll be there in person. YES!(Also, if you're like me and currently staring at 2 feet of snow on the east coast, a week in Bali sounds pretty good right about now.)Don't miss my Communtiy Building Workshop on the 24th, my lightning talk about coworking mistakes on the 25th, and my keynote (I'm bringing some serious fire to this one) on the 26th.Get your all-inclusive ticket to the Coworking Unconference Asia in Bali.Special AnnouncementWhere: ANYWHERE - People At Work Summit - April 21stI'm RIDICULOUSLY excited to be sharing this with you. My team and I at Indy Hall have been working on something very special.First - yes you read that right, this is a conference you can join from anywhere. The People At Work Summit is an entirely online event, spanning 24 hours and the entire world.No airplanes. No trains. No hotels.This is not a collection of live streams. We're creating a brand new experience from the ground up that builds on the best from every conference we've ever been to, adding in some of Indy Hall's “magic,” and with a VERY big focus on accessibility.We will have owners AND staff of coworking spaces joining.We will have MEMBERS of coworking spaces joining.Coworking Conference veterans and newbies alike, this is going to be a blast. We'll be announcing details about format, our schedule and speakers, and releasing our first batch of tickets over the next few weeks.Sign up to get reminders about when tickets are available, and to get preview interviews with our speakers, at http://peopleatworksummit.comLinks mentioned in this episodeShareable link to 2016 confsLive stream from last year's CU Asia Q&ASam Abrams PhotographyGCUC Canada scheduleWhat is an Unconference?Previous Coworking Conference Recaps: Episode 5 and Episode 6 Live from Coworking EuropeSteve King on the show: Episode 13Indy Hall Arts InstagramSupport the show and get the next episodeI'm growing the team that makes this show happen! This episode is the first one that I didn't produce myself, so say hello to my new producer Mike Mehalick. Say hi, Mike!So here's the scoop: Mike and I are working hard on a brand new production workflow this year so you're going to be seeing new episodes of the show dropping MUCH more often.Lots of awesome stuff to come, I promise, and you don't want to miss this. Subscribe however you like to subscribe, here's some handy links for you:Suscribe in OvercastSuscribe in iTunesGet the RSS FeedSuscribe via Email Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last week, I turned 32. And then this week, Indy Hall turned 9 years old. Nine. NINE. In coworking years, that's basically forever.In the past 3 months our membership has grown by a double digit % – unprecedented growth during our usually slow summer months. I'm still trying to figure out what's fueling that growth.But more importantly, with new members comes more diversity of every kind, new kinds of conversations every day, leading to new collaborations and exciting milestones for so many people.There's a lot to celebrate.Meanwhile, as we head towards our 10th anniversary, we're facing one of the biggest challenges in our history.Which might help explain why this is the first episode of The Coworking Weekly Show since May!Hiatus is over, and I hope you're ready because in this episode, my teammate Adam and I grab a park bench near Indy Hall and talk about how our community celebrates milestones of all sizes, and then we talk about......what happens when everything goes to shit?How do you react in crisis? How do you let your members know something is wrong without inciting a riot or undermining trust?Better yet...how can you share bad news in a way that BUILDS trust instead of tearing it apart?Don't let our playful banter about birthday at the beginning fool you, this stuff might actually help you save your community...and your business.Make sure you keep listening to see how everything connects as we explore the specifics of how I've been navigating the perils of a crisis situation in a way that's brought our community closer together, and helped me keep my sanity along the way.The best time to learn how to deal with a crisis is before you need it, so this episode is NOT to be missed.Links mentioned in this episodeWhat does the future of Indy Hall look like?6 conversations I've had about the future of Indy HallThis is the first part of a TWO part episode, so make sure you're subscribed to get the second part of this conversation when it comes out!Subscribe in iTunesSubscribe in OvercastGet the RSS FeedSubscribe via emailAnd don't forget you can also follow me on Twitter http://twitter.com/alexhillman :) Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm going to keep today's show notes brief, and instead link to a selection of videos that you can watch to get a better sense of the kinds of experiences that today's guest Sean Martorana and I are talking about. Enjoy the episode, and these glimpses into the art experience of Indy Hall!Timelapse of Sean painting a mural frame around one of our conference room whiteboards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEanh2QAuKITimelapse of Sean painting one of the concrete pillars in our space (as mentioned in today's epsiode): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ln5A4pT2wBgAn AMAZING video from our Synestesia Fasion-featured show: http://eventcut.com/synesthesia-fashion-show-indyhallAlso, if you cruise our Instagram photo collection, you might notice that nearly every photo has art somewhere in it: https://www.flickr.com/photos/indyhallstagramIt's truly incredible how much art our community has created and presented.You can follow more of Sean's creations by following him on Twitter: http://twitter.com/seanmartorana and see more from our art community by following http://twitter.com/indyhall_artsGet new episodes right when they dropSubscribe in iTunes: http://bit.ly/coworkingweekly-itunesSubscribe in Stitcher: http://bit.ly/coworkingweekly-stitcherSubscribe to CoworkingWeekly emails to get future episodes first (and more from behind the scenes) in your inbox. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey, welcome to 2015!If you're joining us for the first time, this is a show where you get to be a fly on the wall for a very candid conversation between people with lots of different community building expertise - ranging from community management in a coworking space to building massive online learning communities.My goal is to help you learn how my guests and I connect the dots, solve problems, and understand the communities around us.We're kicking off the first show of the year with the return of The Stack, a style of episode we debuted back in episode 3.That also means that today I'm joined again by learning community researcher, Indy Hall member, and dear friend Vanessa Gennarelli.Like we did in the last episode of The Stack, Vanessa and I navigate our way through a “stack” of three topics that we've chosen ahead of time….but that aren't related in any obvious way.On The Stack for this session:FractalsAdulthoodTrustAnd of course since this is the coworking weekly show, we tie those topics back to practical examples in coworking and community building.As always, we find ourselves in some unexpected places. This week, that includes fractals, tentacles, and the Philadelphia Mummers.Yep. Let's get to the stack.p.s. Vanessa included this note along with the links she sent along for the show notes below, and I thought it'd be worth including here: "Maybe it's not narcissism that I check as I get older, but understanding my own inability to forecast how things will change..."Links and references worth readingTo build a strong community, stop “community managing”, be a Tummler instead.Erik Erickson, Stages of Psychosocial developmentFinding Your Crew: Cohorts, Peer Feedback and Measurement in Learning CommunitiesP2PU Report: Play With Your Music: http://reports.p2pu.org/play-with-your-music/Kruger, J., & Dunning, D. (1999). Unskilled and unaware of it: how difficulties in recognizing one's own incompetence lead to inflated self-assessments. Journal of personality and social psychology, 77(6), 1121.Stanford DSchool "I Like I Wish What If"Critical Learning Response ProcessDan Gilbert "You are always changing" TED talk "...probably has to do with the ease of remembering versus the difficulty of imagining."Get new episodes right when they dropSubscribe in iTunes: http://bit.ly/coworkingweekly-itunesSubscribe in Stitcher: http://bit.ly/coworkingweekly-stitcherSubscribe to CoworkingWeekly emails to get future episodes first (and more from behind the scenes) in your inbox. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sadly, running a collaborative space doesn't automagically make you a great collaborator. Being a great collaborator with your OWN team can be really hard work. But the payoff can be huge, for you and for your community.On this week's episode of The Coworking Weekly Show, I'm joined again by Adam Teterus for another “Staff Lounge” conversation.Our focus today is on how the team that runs Indy Hall works together to be really great collaborators, and how crucial it is to lead by example.You'll find out what “effective overcommunication” is and how we achieve it, along with why the enemy of high quality communication might actually be putting a little too much faith in each other.We also dive deep into our approach to leadership, and some examples of how it results in truly epic levels of participation at Indy Hall.On this week's episode of The Coworking Weekly Show, I'm joined again by Adam Teterus for another “Staff Lounge” conversation.Our focus today is on how the team that runs Indy Hall works together to be really great collaborators, and how crucial it is to lead by example.You'll find out what “effective overcommunication” is and how we achieve it, along with why the enemy of high quality communication might actually be putting a little too much faith in each other.We also dive deep into our approach to leadership, and some examples of how it results in truly epic levels of participation at Indy Hall.Subscribe in iTunes: http://bit.ly/coworkingweekly-itunesSubscribe in Stitcher: http://bit.ly/coworkingweekly-stitcherAnd you can sign up for free Coworking Weekly emails to get future episodes first (along with DVD extras and more from behind the scenes) right in your inbox.p.s. thanks to Umberto Martino and Adriano Martino for our theme music!If and only if you've gotten some value from me......on this podcast, my newsletter, my blog, or something else, it would mean the world to me if you took a moment to leave a review for this show on iTunes.

Session 3 is here! I invited my friend Vanessa Gennarelli to join me for a new recurring segment that we're calling "The Stack". Vanessa is a community builder of a special sort: she works specifically on learning communities, and is trained as a researcher in the field.What does that mean for you, though? In "The Stack", I choose 3 topics that are related to community building and coworking...though the connections might not be obvious at first. As you listen to this candid conversation, you'll get a glimpse into how Vanessa and I - two community professionals in VERY different fields - connect the dots, solve problems, and observe the world around us.I promise you this: you're absolutely, positively going to have your worldview expanded. Guaranteed, or your money back!On The Stack for this session:Accreditation (wtf is that)?How we create goalsOpen governanceGet new episodes right when they dropSubscribe in iTunes: http://bit.ly/coworkingweekly-itunesSubscribe in Stitcher: http://bit.ly/coworkingweekly-stitcherSubscribe to CoworkingWeekly emails to get future episodes first (and more from behind the scenes) in your inbox.I don't know if you saw this when I tweeted it, but we hit the podcast charts HARD in the Business category on iTunes. Thanks to your listening, sharing, rating, and reviewing, we hit the #9 spot! I'm overwhelmed, amazed, and grateful. Thank you, so much. I'll keep bringing it if you keep showing up!

The inaugural episode, my friends!Today I'm joined by my right hand man and Indy Hall's "Point Man", Adam Teterus.Inspired by this VERY popular post about how to describe coworking to people who've never heard of it, I thought it'd be valuable to have one of our team members at Indy Hall describe how HE does it. Adam's aptitude for community building is incredible, and his perspective is unique.What does Adam do, how does he do it, and what has he learned in 3 years of running Indy Hall? Find out in this conversation!Subscribe in iTunes: http://bit.ly/coworkingweekly-itunesSubscribe in Stitcher: http://bit.ly/coworkingweekly-stitcherSubscribe to CoworkingWeekly emails to get future episodes first (and more from behind the scenes) in your inbox.p.s. thanks to Umberto Martino and Adriano Martino for our theme music!A bit of housekeeping!I've been absolutely LOVING the ideas you've been sending in for topics, segments, guests, and more. PLEASE keep that coming. Tweet me: @alexhillman or email alex@indyhall.orgThe Coworking Weekly Show is now listed in iTunes which means we're ALSO showing up in search for popular podcasting apps like iCatcher, Podkicker, Instacast, Overcast...or wherever you like listen to podcasts. And by popular demand, we're now listed in Stitcher Radio, too! Now you can subscribe in your favorite listening app :)If and only if you've gotten some value from me on this podcast, my newsletter, my blog, or something else...it would mean the world to me if you took a moment to leave a review on this show.