[Coworking] Re: AltamontCowork Closing
Mike, there's no way for you to know how much of a positive impact you've made on those around you. Ean and I very much appreciate the time you spent with us and the advice you gave us. Best of luck in all that follows! Jane LompocLAUNCHpad.com On Sunday, November 16, 2014 12:39:45 PM UTC-8, AltamontCowork wrote: I wrote this on my Facebook page. But, before I paste it here I would like to thank ALL of those among you who helped me TREMENDOUSLY over the years (you know who you are from private conversations). You are my inspirations, and, please keep up the fight for collaborative, open, work! I became too old (at 63) to continue the fight from this direction, but, I will continue from another (you will have to read my pasted posting to the end!). To all the new people here (by new those who came after May 2009)...good luck and do not ever give up, or change the values that you believe in COWORKING (without a hyphen) ROCKS!!! AFTER 67 months of trying (65 of those at a loss), we will closing AltamontCowork on Dec 31, 2014. COWORKING in Tracy, CA WILL happen sometime in the future; when the CULTURE changes sufficiently to understand the beauty of, and embrace: Open, Collaborative, Work. When will that happen I suspect 5 to 20 years. Why that long??? Here is the clue: Those accepting, and fully embracing, this kind of work environment are just NOW 25 years old or YOUNGER. It will take 5 to 20 years for the oldest of them to grow sufficiently (and for us old farts to die off so they have the road ahead free of us) to have a major impact in the world. THEN the world of collaborative work will change, but, only then. The circle of life. The youngsters of today will embrace collaborative work in the futurehail to them! Tracy, CA Residents: When you see that next COWORKING location open up hereall I ask is that you have a fleeting memory of AltamontCoworkas we will ALWAYS be the first! We have met many wonderful people and made some wonderful, lifelong, friends. There have been fun times and hard times. But, I appreciate each and every one who supported AltamontCowork (or Tracy Virtual Office...who remembers?) over the years. The very very special people among you know who you are. (Yes, Tom Gardner knew) BUTLike in Harry Potter: The Phoenix rises. On Jan 1, 2015, YeOldeTechy (does anyone remember?) will rise again as: TechyMike http://TechyMike.com/ http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FTechyMike.com%2Fh=AAQGcO282s=1 Cue the music from Jaws.haha -- -- Buy From *Amazon* and help ForCarol.com. Click on this link: http://smile.amazon.com/ch/45-1499304 -- Mike Pihlman AltamontCowork / ForCarol.com (501c3) 95 W. 11th Street, Suite 205 Tracy, CA 95376 Phone: 209-608-4340 Web: http://AltamontCowork.com http://altamontcowork.com/ -- Visit this forum on the web at http://discuss.coworking.com --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [Coworking] Who's shopping for electronic door locks?
Lockitron is not working out for us. They're backed up and are now saying they can't fulfill our order until after the new year. Even more importantly, our local fire marshal thinks the Lockitron is a TERRIBLE idea. We can't have our door locked while anyone is inside - egress has to be single motion unlatching of a door lever. Since our occupancy with be under 49, she's not requiring a crash bar, but we would not pass inspection with a deadbolt system like Lockitron. SO - I guess I'll use my new Lockitron (if I ever get it) on my door at home. For the coworking space... still trying to figure it out. Jane LompocLAUNCHpad.com On Monday, October 20, 2014 2:49:13 PM UTC-7, Jamie Russo wrote: Thanks Jane and Jacob! On Tuesday, October 14, 2014 1:17:59 PM UTC-7, Jane Behr wrote: Just exchanged emails with someone from Lockitron - originally they said my order would be shipped in October but when I went back to the website to check the status, found broken links and couldn't find my order. They said the website will be fixed very soon and all dates have been pushed back but I should receive my order very soon - huh. :-) Only folks who ordered very early - during kickstarter days - have received their orders. My order was placed in early September and I'll be lucky to get it by the end of November, I think. I will report back to the group when I hear more. On Friday, October 10, 2014 7:05:35 AM UTC-7, Jamie Russo wrote: Jane, did you get any idea of shipping time from Lockitron? Their site hasn't been updated since April and I read that they haven't yet shipped all Lockitrons to their backers...but some folks on this list seem to have them. Thanks! On Sunday, September 7, 2014 10:31:36 AM UTC-7, Jane Behr wrote: Chui https://preorder.getchui.com/the-world-s-most-intelligent-doorbell is WAY TOO COOL for my small town and my modest coworking space, but I ordered one anyway, along with the Lockitron https://lockitron.com/. THEORETICALLY, the Chui addresses the major potential weakness of the Lockitron as a stand-alone - what to do if one of your members doesn't have a phone, or the phone isn't charged - and also acts as a wireless intercom. (Honestly, I think EVERYONE has a phone, and I don't see it as much of a weakness - but it's good to have back-up/redundant systems.) When our Lockitron/Chui system is set up I will report back to the group with pros and cons. I am new to the group - thanks much to everyone for taking the time to share experiences and expertise. Joy! from Jane On Tuesday, July 15, 2014 7:18:03 PM UTC-7, Toby in Boulder wrote: My recommendation: Chui https://preorder.getchui.com/the-world-s-most-intelligent-doorbell Facial recognition door access, for $199. Works with Lockitron. -Toby Full disclosure: investor (+ co-working space owner) -- Visit this forum on the web at http://discuss.coworking.com --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [Coworking] Who's shopping for electronic door locks?
Just exchanged emails with someone from Lockitron - originally they said my order would be shipped in October but when I went back to the website to check the status, found broken links and couldn't find my order. They said the website will be fixed very soon and all dates have been pushed back but I should receive my order very soon - huh. :-) Only folks who ordered very early - during kickstarter days - have received their orders. My order was placed in early September and I'll be lucky to get it by the end of November, I think. I will report back to the group when I hear more. On Friday, October 10, 2014 7:05:35 AM UTC-7, Jamie Russo wrote: Jane, did you get any idea of shipping time from Lockitron? Their site hasn't been updated since April and I read that they haven't yet shipped all Lockitrons to their backers...but some folks on this list seem to have them. Thanks! On Sunday, September 7, 2014 10:31:36 AM UTC-7, Jane Behr wrote: Chui https://preorder.getchui.com/the-world-s-most-intelligent-doorbell is WAY TOO COOL for my small town and my modest coworking space, but I ordered one anyway, along with the Lockitron https://lockitron.com/. THEORETICALLY, the Chui addresses the major potential weakness of the Lockitron as a stand-alone - what to do if one of your members doesn't have a phone, or the phone isn't charged - and also acts as a wireless intercom. (Honestly, I think EVERYONE has a phone, and I don't see it as much of a weakness - but it's good to have back-up/redundant systems.) When our Lockitron/Chui system is set up I will report back to the group with pros and cons. I am new to the group - thanks much to everyone for taking the time to share experiences and expertise. Joy! from Jane On Tuesday, July 15, 2014 7:18:03 PM UTC-7, Toby in Boulder wrote: My recommendation: Chui https://preorder.getchui.com/the-world-s-most-intelligent-doorbell Facial recognition door access, for $199. Works with Lockitron. -Toby Full disclosure: investor (+ co-working space owner) -- Visit this forum on the web at http://discuss.coworking.com --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[Coworking] Re: Newly Opened Space, Word of Mouth Marketing Strategies
Our space is not open yet (end of the month!) - so I will be watching this thread for ideas! We're focusing on building partnerships; for example, we're coordinating efforts with our local Chamber of Commerce - we've had a mixer to introduce the concept and we're also going to host a Chamber luncheon in the space, after we open. On Thursday, October 9, 2014 12:04:56 PM UTC-7, Will Ennis wrote: Hi Everybody, My name's Will, my partner and I just launched a co-working space in Toronto called Station 477. We're keep the day rates pretty low for now and marketing online to our facebook friends and twitter followers, for starters. My question is: outside of paying for advertising what's the best way to get the word out? Are there blogs we can interact with that are good for promoting the space? Is that a no-no? What do you guys do to pull in co-workers? We're willing to try anything (legal, haha) Thanks :) Will Ennis www.station477.com -- Visit this forum on the web at http://discuss.coworking.com --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[Coworking] Re: Furniture - Any recommendations on sourcing?
DIY and DIKEA - love that! Very helpful Angel - thanks! -- Visit this forum on the web at http://discuss.coworking.com --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [Coworking] Re: How common or useful is using QR codes in coworking?
Agree that strategic thinking is important - Rachel's example is perfect. There are ways to make them less ugly these days - here are some well designed QR codes http://www.visualead.com/explore-qr-code-designs/. I like this idea: If you want to get someone to fill out a form or survey , a QR code linking to an online form might work http://www.visualead.com/blog/form-qr-codes-saving-time-trees/. On Tuesday, June 17, 2014 9:26:13 AM UTC-7, creativespace wrote: You hit the nail on the head, Rachel. You need a great strategy (if you know what you are doing) and with any marketing - a targeted and captive market. And if you don't know what you are doing you'll need to pay someone who does! (Like you Rachel!) :) Therefore most people use them poorly and with that, they've garnered a bad rep. Still.ugly! :) Chad Ballantyne 705.812.0689 ch...@thecreativespace.ca javascript: Barrie's Coworking Community Perfect for small businesses, startups and entrepreneurs. 12 Dunlop St E, Barrie Ontario, L4M 1A3 Memberships start at $25/mth www.thecreativespace.ca 705-812-0689 On Jun 17, 2014, at 12:18 PM, rachel young rac...@camaraderie.ca javascript: wrote: I disagree. I've had some success with them, but it's not overall a great strategy. It requires someone to a) know what they are, b) have a scanner on their phones or devices, and c) have an internet connection to those devices. At some tech events I've been to, all three points were checked off and information flowed smoothly. The success I had with them was when I placed an ad in my local independent movie theatre's pre-show advertisements. They were a captive audience and it gave them something else to look at waiting for the movie to start, but it was also tied in to a promotion involving their ticket stubs. We got some new members as a result, plus it gave us yet another thing (the movie) to talk about when they came in. So they can work, but they have to be very strategic. r. *rachel young*rac...@camaraderie.ca javascript: *We're located at 2241 Dundas St W, 3rd floor* *(between Bloor and Roncesvalles)* *Find us online:* Website/blog http://camaraderie.ca/ and Newsletter http://bit.ly/camaraderienewsletter, Twitter http://twitter.com/camaraderie, Facebook http://bit.ly/9zv3Fx, Google+ http://bit.ly/CamaraderiePlus, Yelp http://bit.ly/CamaraderieYelp, and LinkedIn http://bit.ly/CamaraderieGroup We're a proud member of CoworkingToronto http://www.coworkingtoronto.ca/ , CoworkingOntario http://coworkingontario.ca/, and CoworkingCanada http://www.coworkingcanada.ca/! On 17 June 2014 12:12, Angel Kwiatkowski fccow...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Not useful. My main gripe with them is how freaking ugly they are. It ruins a visual brand. On Monday, June 16, 2014 11:51:21 AM UTC-6, Ender Baykal wrote: Hello all! Hope you all had a good weekend. We, as Indiegrove attended to the Small Business Expo on last Thursday and it was very good. In one of those presentations during the Expo, using QR codes behind the business or postcards would be very useful said the speaker. I am not sure how right he is and that's why I opened this discussion. What do you think about using QR codes when it comes to selling the coworking ? I don't think a fair amount of people use the QR codes nowadays, it's just not easy to use in my view. All comments/suggestions are welcomed. Thanks! -Ender www.indiegrovejc.com -- Visit this forum on the web at http://discuss.coworking.com --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to coworking+...@googlegroups.com javascript:. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Visit this forum on the web at http://discuss.coworking.com --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to coworking+...@googlegroups.com javascript:. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Visit this forum on the web at http://discuss.coworking.com --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [Coworking] Who's shopping for electronic door locks?
Chui https://preorder.getchui.com/the-world-s-most-intelligent-doorbell is WAY TOO COOL for my small town and my modest coworking space, but I ordered one anyway, along with the Lockitron https://lockitron.com/. THEORETICALLY, the Chui addresses the major potential weakness of the Lockitron as a stand-alone - what to do if one of your members doesn't have a phone, or the phone isn't charged - and also acts as a wireless intercom. (Honestly, I think EVERYONE has a phone, and I don't see it as much of a weakness - but it's good to have back-up/redundant systems.) When our Lockitron/Chui system is set up I will report back to the group with pros and cons. I am new to the group - thanks much to everyone for taking the time to share experiences and expertise. Joy! from Jane On Tuesday, July 15, 2014 7:18:03 PM UTC-7, Toby in Boulder wrote: My recommendation: Chui https://preorder.getchui.com/the-world-s-most-intelligent-doorbell Facial recognition door access, for $199. Works with Lockitron. -Toby Full disclosure: investor (+ co-working space owner) -- Visit this forum on the web at http://discuss.coworking.com --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
