[Coworking] Re: Coworking Annual Meeting??? - SXSW
I'm going this year to SXSWi for the first time (though last year I did publicity for a film in the festival). Looking forward to meeting folks in the flesh. How have the coworking contingent met up in the past? I'm staying in a fairly nice-sized (and nice) condo (so I hear) near all the action. I might be able to have a group over for a smallish get-together -- would need to check with my friend (it's her friend's family's condo that they mostly loan out to people). Would that make sense? Of interest? scott. - --- SCOTT TILLITT PR yogi / writer / community catalyst [ sc...@beahivebeacon.com / 917.449.6356 / Twitter: @bluehwyflaneur ] BEAHIVE collaborative workspace + community sign up for BEAHIVE Bzzz [ www.beahivebeacon.com / Twitter: @BEAHIVE ] ANTIDOTE COLLECTIVE socially conscious communications for a better world [ www.antidotecollective.org ] - --- t h i n k / f e e l --- - ...an idea or product that deserves the label 'creative' arises from the synergy of many sources and not only from the mind of a single person.” (Mihaly Csikszentmihaly) On Jan 31, 2010, at 3:12 AM, coworking+nore...@googlegroups.com wrote: There's already a rather significant contingent of coworking folks that meet annually at SXSW Interactive, unofficially of course...but I think it'd be great to piggyback on that continued momentum. Austin's pretty great for this, the weather is nice, and the conversation is ALREADY taking place...it could just be more focused! -Alex /ah indyhall.org coworking in philadelphia -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Re: Benchmarking - Rent and Income
Jeorge - my space is in Columbus, Ohio. I have total about 4,000 sq ft of space, and I hope that I can fit about 20 people into the space at any time (though my main conference room is about 400 sq ft and can accommodate probably 40 people in a classroom setting). Closed offices would be offered at $400 per month each, for about 140 sq ft. My goal is really to break even on the space. In order to do so, I figure I need to get at least $4,500 per month in memberships, leases, etc. On Jan 29, 10:48 am, Jeorge Popp customcraftho...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Max, I am in the process of setting up the same type of space in a building I own. How many people can be serviced at your space? How much profit? How much overhead? Is the answer as easy as # of heads divided by cost = per month fee I am charging $250 for 180sf office I hope to gross $50,000 with 20 clients Where is your space? Good luck and keep us posted sincerly, On Fri, Jan 29, 2010 at 8:55 AM, MaxBuck jphbu...@wideopenwest.com wrote: Hi, everyone. I have a bit different approach, perhaps, to co-working than many here; I'm looking at building space aimed primarily at professional service providers (engineers, architects, attorneys, accountants, etc.), and look to have a build-out that is more conducive to client meetings appropriate to these profesionals. (Nicer space than typical co-working locations.) In addition, there will be some value- added components (high-speed printer and large-format plotter onsite; AutoCAD seat available) that are uncommon in co-working facilities. My question: can anyone share what gross income from members and users needs to be as a multiplier of gross rent in order to make co-working feasible from a business perspective? In other words, if my monthly rent payment is $3,000, what should my target be in membership fees in order to make the numbers work out to at least break-even? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comcoworking%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en. -- Jeorge Popp Customcraft Homes 630 404 1071- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Re: Coworking Annual Meeting???
I'm going to SXSW Interactive this year for the first time. Really looking forward to meeting ya'll. Please keep an eye out for me. I'll be wearing the Carrboro Coworking t-shirt. :) Cheers, -BrianR Founder, Carrboro Creative Coworking Carrboro, North Carolina On Jan 30, 12:22 pm, Ryan Price ucfbass...@gmail.com wrote: My favorite part of SXSWi last year was the Coworking anti-conference that was happening throughout the whole week. Especially since I've been talking to a few folks about getting us an independent space down here in Orlando, I may just have to attend. Woodie, if you want to host some sort of event, I know we could get some Central Florida folks to come. I know BarCampMiami is coming up, but I have a conflict that day. We're hosting a Drupal event in Orlando. Peace, Ryan Price rpr...@ryanpricemedia.com @liberatr 407-484-8528 FloridaCreatives.com Orlando Happy Hour: Feb 15th @ Crooked Bayou Next Likemind: Feb 19th @ Drunken Monkey FL DrupalCamp: Feb 20th + 21sthttp://2010.fldrupalcamp.org-- @fldrupalcamp On Jan 30, 2010, at 11:32 AM, Alex Hillman wrote: There's already a rather significant contingent of coworking folks that meet annually at SXSW Interactive, unofficially of course...but I think it'd be great to piggyback on that continued momentum. Austin's pretty great for this, the weather is nice, and the conversation is ALREADY taking place...it could just be more focused! -Alex /ah indyhall.org coworking in philadelphia On Sat, Jan 30, 2010 at 9:49 AM, Woodie Neiss wood...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone want to get together for the first International Coworking Community Annual Meeting in ummm let’s say a warm, sunny place like Miami? Sort of a one day event where we could discuss best practices, set some protocols for future coworking locations and formally organize ourselves so that we can leverage our combined power? Suggested topics to discuss (feel free to edit/add to/delete/etc) 1) Keys to success a. pricing b. Serivices to offer 2) Managing the bottom line a. Financing the start up b. Negotiating lease agreements c. Managing monthly expenses 3) Marketing PR a. Building awareness b. How to generate more buzz c. The power of meet-ups d. Leveraging your chamber of commerce 4) Creative suggestions from some of our winning locations 5) How to formally organize ourselves into an International organization Perhaps we could all complete some surveys prior, and then present the results at the meeting as well? Regards, Woodie -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Press coverage for the Tracy Virtual Office
Thought you might be interested in this article in The Record (Stockton, CA). http://www.recordnet.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100131/A_BIZ/1300313 Thanks, Mike -- Mike Pihlman TracyVirtualOffice A Coworking Community 95 W. 11th Street, Suite 203 Tracy, CA 95376 Mobile: 209-608-4340 Web: TracyVirtualOffice.com Twitter: @TracyVirtOffice Skype: tracyvirtualoffice1 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Re: Coworking Annual Meeting???
If it's in March, I'll be in FL and would love to attend On Jan 30, 9:49 am, Woodie Neiss wood...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone want to get together for the first International Coworking Community Annual Meeting in ummm let’s say a warm, sunny place like Miami? Sort of a one day event where we could discuss best practices, set some protocols for future coworking locations and formally organize ourselves so that we can leverage our combined power? Suggested topics to discuss (feel free to edit/add to/delete/etc) 1) Keys to success a. pricing b. Serivices to offer 2) Managing the bottom line a. Financing the start up b. Negotiating lease agreements c. Managing monthly expenses 3) Marketing PR a. Building awareness b. How to generate more buzz c. The power of meet-ups d. Leveraging your chamber of commerce 4) Creative suggestions from some of our winning locations 5) How to formally organize ourselves into an International organization Perhaps we could all complete some surveys prior, and then present the results at the meeting as well? Regards, Woodie -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Introducing Myself
I am the Director of a Non-Profit Organization in the San Francisco Bay Area. I have been working out of my place since the program started, and it is time to move. My Organization consists of organizing and planning activities for Disadvantaged Children Youth in the Bay Area. I am looking for a shared work space in Oakland, Hayward, or San Leandro. Most of my office work is done on the Computer or by phone. I would appreciate any suggestions or offers of space. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
Re: [Coworking] Coworking Annual Meeting???
SXSW is here: http://sxsw.com/interactive I call it the yearly trip to Mecca for geeks. Last year there were ~12,000 people as part of the Interactive portion alone - including developers, marketers, designers, entrepreneurs and coworkers! And yes...real estate developers DO go and get much out of it. I'm not sure what I did without SXSW before 2005 (the first year I went). It's where I get to meet everyone face to face that I've only met online. And it's enormously fun. :) T On Sat, Jan 30, 2010 at 8:51 PM, Woodie Neiss wood...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, Sorry to ask a stupid question but what's SXSW? Is it a conference that is for independent workers (the coworking community target market) to learn, network and check out booths from companies that target the independent contractor? Would someone like me whose 'other job' is real estate development in brazil and financial consulting attend? If so, then I totally think we should piggy back off such an event if likeminded independent contractor people will be there! :) I didn't know such conferences existed! :) Thanks, Woodie On Jan 30, 2010, at 8:41 PM, Mike Schinkel wrote: The problem with SXSW (this year) is it's right around the corner and some of us haven't planned to attend... -Mike Schinkel Ignition Alley Atlanta Coworking http://ignitionalley.com On Jan 30, 2010, at 11:32 AM, Alex Hillman wrote: There's already a rather significant contingent of coworking folks that meet annually at SXSW Interactive, unofficially of course...but I think it'd be great to piggyback on that continued momentum. Austin's pretty great for this, the weather is nice, and the conversation is ALREADY taking place...it could just be more focused! -Alex /ah indyhall.org coworking in philadelphia On Sat, Jan 30, 2010 at 9:49 AM, Woodie Neiss wood...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone want to get together for the first International Coworking Community Annual Meeting in ummm let’s say a warm, sunny place like Miami? Sort of a one day event where we could discuss best practices, set some protocols for future coworking locations and formally organize ourselves so that we can leverage our combined power? Suggested topics to discuss (feel free to edit/add to/delete/etc) 1) Keys to success a. pricing b. Serivices to offer 2) Managing the bottom line a. Financing the start up b. Negotiating lease agreements c. Managing monthly expenses 3) Marketing PR a. Building awareness b. How to generate more buzz c. The power of meet-ups d. Leveraging your chamber of commerce 4) Creative suggestions from some of our winning locations 5) How to formally organize ourselves into an International organization Perhaps we could all complete some surveys prior, and then present the results at the meeting as well? Regards, Woodie -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comcoworking%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comcoworking%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en. -- tara 'missrogue' hunt Book: The Whuffie Factor (http://www.thewhuffiefactor.com) Blog: HorsePigCow: Marketing Uncommon (http://horsepigcow.com) Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/missrogue phone: 514-679-2951 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Re: Coworking Annual Meeting???
I've not had the pleasure of going to SXSW - yet. I've read lots about it and know several people that have gone. It makes sense to piggy back on this event for the demographic audience that coworking communities want to reach. To properly promote and reach a larger population of coworking communities, I recommend planning a year in advance for some in-depth coworking networking and community building. Former attendees to SXSW could offer some great planning ideas specifically oriented toward coworking communities. Everyone's ideas posted so far sound good. At your service, Denise Reed www.theconciergelevel.com On Jan 30, 9:49 am, Woodie Neiss wood...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone want to get together for the first International Coworking Community Annual Meeting in ummm let’s say a warm, sunny place like Miami? Sort of a one day event where we could discuss best practices, set some protocols for future coworking locations and formally organize ourselves so that we can leverage our combined power? Suggested topics to discuss (feel free to edit/add to/delete/etc) 1) Keys to success a. pricing b. Serivices to offer 2) Managing the bottom line a. Financing the start up b. Negotiating lease agreements c. Managing monthly expenses 3) Marketing PR a. Building awareness b. How to generate more buzz c. The power of meet-ups d. Leveraging your chamber of commerce 4) Creative suggestions from some of our winning locations 5) How to formally organize ourselves into an International organization Perhaps we could all complete some surveys prior, and then present the results at the meeting as well? Regards, Woodie -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] SXSW Coworking Meetup Announcement
Hey everyone, On behalf of all the coworking spaces in Texas, I'd like to welcome everyone to this years Coworking Meetup during SXSW. In years past, we have used the lovely San Jose Hotel, but this year, we'll be having it at the newly opened Texas Coworking just blocks away from the Austin Convention Center. We're doing it a bit earlier than years past, so we don't take away from the party atmosphere that happens later in the night. That said, here's the skinny: Date: March 13th, 2010 Time: 6PM - 8PM Location: 200 E. 6th Street, 3rd Floor -- Austin, TX If anyone has any questions, let me know. I'll respond on/off list. Cody Marx Bailey 979-574-9199 The Creative Space (.org) Desired Hearts (.com) Hashtags (.org) 211a West Wm J Bryan Pkwy Bryan, Texas 77803 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Re: SXSW Coworking Meetup Announcement
Thanks Cody! for getting things together for this!!! Will be there for sure! On Jan 31, 6:08 pm, Cody Marx Bailey superp...@gmail.com wrote: Hey everyone, On behalf of all the coworking spaces in Texas, I'd like to welcome everyone to this years Coworking Meetup during SXSW. In years past, we have used the lovely San Jose Hotel, but this year, we'll be having it at the newly opened Texas Coworking just blocks away from the Austin Convention Center. We're doing it a bit earlier than years past, so we don't take away from the party atmosphere that happens later in the night. That said, here's the skinny: Date: March 13th, 2010 Time: 6PM - 8PM Location: 200 E. 6th Street, 3rd Floor -- Austin, TX If anyone has any questions, let me know. I'll respond on/off list. Cody Marx Bailey 979-574-9199 The Creative Space (.org) Desired Hearts (.com) Hashtags (.org) 211a West Wm J Bryan Pkwy Bryan, Texas 77803 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Re: Benchmarking - Rent and Income
Dear Max, Your note popped up on my alert for 'Columbus coworking' and I wanted to say hello. I saw you are considering starting a coworking space and I wanted to find out more and see if I could provide any helpful connections. During 2009, I was involved with the Columbus Jelly group. We don't have as many meetups any more, but it created a rich network of coworkers. http://wiki.workatjelly.com/jellycbus The jellys still occur at the Dublin Entrepreneurial Center regularly. Do you know about the new Wonderland Columbus just launched? They had more than 200 people come out for the kick off and they are eager to get into the creative space. http://www.wonderlandcolumbus.com/ http://twitter.com/Wonderlandcbus Dispatch Article: http://bit.ly/cLruF3 Good luck with your coworking adventure. - Jody Dzuranin On Jan 31, 10:50 am, MaxBuck jphbu...@wideopenwest.com wrote: Jeorge - my space is in Columbus, Ohio. I have total about 4,000 sq ft of space, and I hope that I can fit about 20 people into the space at any time (though my main conference room is about 400 sq ft and can accommodate probably 40 people in a classroom setting). Closed offices would be offered at $400 per month each, for about 140 sq ft. My goal is really to break even on the space. In order to do so, I figure I need to get at least $4,500 per month in memberships, leases, etc. On Jan 29, 10:48 am, Jeorge Popp customcraftho...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Max, I am in the process of setting up the same type of space in a building I own. How many people can be serviced at your space? How much profit? How much overhead? Is the answer as easy as # of heads divided by cost = per month fee I am charging $250 for 180sf office I hope to gross $50,000 with 20 clients Where is your space? Good luck and keep us posted sincerly, On Fri, Jan 29, 2010 at 8:55 AM, MaxBuck jphbu...@wideopenwest.com wrote: Hi, everyone. I have a bit different approach, perhaps, to co-working than many here; I'm looking at building space aimed primarily at professional service providers (engineers, architects, attorneys, accountants, etc.), and look to have a build-out that is more conducive to client meetings appropriate to these profesionals. (Nicer space than typical co-working locations.) In addition, there will be some value- added components (high-speed printer and large-format plotter onsite; AutoCAD seat available) that are uncommon in co-working facilities. My question: can anyone share what gross income from members and users needs to be as a multiplier of gross rent in order to make co-working feasible from a business perspective? In other words, if my monthly rent payment is $3,000, what should my target be in membership fees in order to make the numbers work out to at least break-even? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comcoworking%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups .com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en. -- Jeorge Popp Customcraft Homes 630 404 1071- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Re: Press coverage for the Tracy Virtual Office
Congrats, Mike. Felicity CubesCrayons Outside the Cube On Jan 31, 9:48 am, Mike Pihlman m...@telbitconsulting.com wrote: Thought you might be interested in this article in The Record (Stockton, CA). http://www.recordnet.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100131/A_BIZ/13... Thanks, Mike -- Mike Pihlman TracyVirtualOffice A Coworking Community 95 W. 11th Street, Suite 203 Tracy, CA 95376 Mobile: 209-608-4340 Web: TracyVirtualOffice.com Twitter: @TracyVirtOffice Skype: tracyvirtualoffice1 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Re: Coworking Annual Meeting???
Up for a meeting but also not going to SXSW this year...happy to stay in the discussion. Felicity CubesCrayons Outside the Cube On Jan 31, 12:20 pm, coworking i...@theconciergelevel.com wrote: I've not had the pleasure of going to SXSW - yet. I've read lots about it and know several people that have gone. It makes sense to piggy back on this event for the demographic audience that coworking communities want to reach. To properly promote and reach a larger population of coworking communities, I recommend planning a year in advance for some in-depth coworking networking and community building. Former attendees to SXSW could offer some great planning ideas specifically oriented toward coworking communities. Everyone's ideas posted so far sound good. At your service, Denise Reedwww.theconciergelevel.com On Jan 30, 9:49 am, Woodie Neiss wood...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone want to get together for the first International Coworking Community Annual Meeting in ummm let’s say a warm, sunny place like Miami? Sort of a one day event where we could discuss best practices, set some protocols for future coworking locations and formally organize ourselves so that we can leverage our combined power? Suggested topics to discuss (feel free to edit/add to/delete/etc) 1) Keys to success a. pricing b. Serivices to offer 2) Managing the bottom line a. Financing the start up b. Negotiating lease agreements c. Managing monthly expenses 3) Marketing PR a. Building awareness b. How to generate more buzz c. The power of meet-ups d. Leveraging your chamber of commerce 4) Creative suggestions from some of our winning locations 5) How to formally organize ourselves into an International organization Perhaps we could all complete some surveys prior, and then present the results at the meeting as well? Regards, Woodie -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to cowork...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
