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Business Development: How did you get your first bunch of members in a co-working space?
JB
JB
Joy Broto Nath , Global Corporate Trainer & Strategist answered:

A hello! will go a long way, either it could land you the next collaboration, get your next client, spark the most inspirational conversation, or simply create a new best friend. Take a break and invite your co-workers for lunch or for a coffee, bring food or sweets, a great way to know everybody quick, especially if you are shy. A great non-intrusive way to meet your fellow co-workers is to participate in events and social gatherings organized by your coworking space. A community invests so much of time and money for their members, by being a part of its members will get an opportunity to interact with the co-workers and get the best out of the events. Many coworking spaces have a community manager who is an invaluable resource. They will have a good knowledge of the people within the space, are informed about events, deal with any issues that arise and are keen to make their service as good as possible. This will put you on top of their mind and can help refer co-workers who could benefit from your service. Helping each other is an integral part of coworking culture. If you are a software developer, you are not necessarily a designer, product manager, or marketer as well. When you work at a coworking space, people with those skills probably work right next to you and are just as interested in building something awesome as you are. Invest in your community by taking a genuine interest in what they do.
The great thing about coworking is they get to operate as real human spaces. Talk to your co-workers and talk to your hosts. It is easy to start random conversations as people are usually friendly. Being organized and disciplined in your place not only helps you boost capacity but helps the co-workers to be productive as well. The most important thing about being productive is that it can only be accomplished by setting a routine and being disciplined. Set timers for how long you’re going to work and have intense focus and maintain breaks to keep your workday on track - take a walk or having a conversation. Whether it is digital sounds like ringing phones or computer notifications, or it is human sounds coughing or sneezing, the ambient sounds of coworking spaces can be distracting. Headphones are a topmost recommendation for staying productive. If you can, invest in a noise-cancelling headphone. Many coworking spaces are designed with different "vibes” in mind–from communal tables and lounges to hidden corners and conference rooms. Speak to the community manager or coworking team and try out which area makes you feel most comfortable.
Besides if you do have any questions give me a call: https://clarity.fm/joy-brotonath

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