[Coworking] Re: Desktop privacy panels (let's disucss)
Hi Al Privacy is a tricky thing. A lot of folks that are new to coworking worry about it before they start and I've found that once they are actually working in a shared space the need is unfounded. My recommendation would be to start without the panels or start with a limited number. Your members will have dual screens, picture frames, potted plants, action figures, laptops, etc, that will start to break up the work area. Best, John On Thursday, January 3, 2019 at 3:19:56 PM UTC-5, AK wrote: > > As we build our plan, we are considering privacy for our flex desks --we > expect to have 4 48x24 tables in a group (fade to face) and considering > some privacy panels like these > > https://www.thehumansolution.com/acoustic-privacy-panels-for-desks-by-uplift-desk/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAjZLhBRCAARIsAFHWpbFLggzLNtxod6Q2j9d6uQa7mlf3wua8cGBw9JE-ysLseDt-cS0UJZQaAh3ZEALw_wcB > > or > https://www.versare.com/work-forts-desktop-privacy-panels.html?recrawl=Cj0KCQiAjZLhBRCAARIsAFHWpbEY18JvWQRIW-fXPVZTqBSVzbrkRgckz1pQfVmYrEEtJlDidgDvkLgaAkmSEALw_wcB > > Anyone using these types of items? Do you feel there is a need or do the > diminish the 'open concept" ? > > Thanks for all input > > Al > > > > > > > > -- 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: New Coworking Space owner
Hi Harsh Welcome to the world of Coworking. I have two pieces of advice for you. 1. Buy a copy of the book Coworking Handbook by Ramon Suarez https://www.coworkinghandbook.com/ It's a great reference and will help you organize your thoughts. 2. Keep using this group. There are a lot of experienced space owners/ operators that generously share from their stumbles and successes. Enjoy the ride. Best, John Newman Back Office Studio On Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 11:43:58 AM UTC-4, Harsh Vardhan Dugar wrote: > > Hi > > I am a small business owner from Kolkata, India. I already have a ready > office space, which i'd like to use to be a co-working space, but i have no > idea about how to start up. Any and all insights are requested, welcome and > will be much appreciated. > > Thanks & Regards > Harsh > -- 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] GCUC Ticket available
I have an extra set of tickets for the GCUC conference in NYC May 5-7 including Camp GCUC. Early Bird price of $410 for all three days. Send me a note if you are interested. newman.joh...@gmail.com Best, John -- 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] Space Utilization Rate
Thanks for sharing these two links Alex, its great to hear how you approached and solved these questions at Indy Hall. Best, John Newman General Manager www.TheBackOfficeStudio.com On Monday, February 1, 2016 at 9:26:20 AM UTC-5, Alex Hillman wrote: > > > They'll only be marginally better at predicting their own behaviour > than any of us are at trying to guess it. > > This is 100% correct :) > > It depends on the people, it depends on what they're coming to the space > for, it depends on traffic/travel, it depends on weatherso many things. > > This Quora answer > <https://www.quora.com/What-is-a-good-ratio-for-membership-vs-seats-available-in-a-coworking-space> > which > might help you with thinking about your utilization figures - it's a little > bit of a different way of thinking about what you're tracking and what you > can expect. > > As an aside, I'd encourage you to reconsider "unlimited" access as your > base membership. For that, I put together a guide to designing memberships > <http://dangerouslyawesome.com/2015/10/the-ultimate-guide-to-structuring-your-coworking-space-memberships/> > that > optimize for community that I hope helps you! > > -Alex > > > > > -- > *The #1 mistake in community building is doing it by yourself.* > Join the list: http://coworkingweekly.com > Listen to the podcast: http://dangerouslyawesome.com/podcast > > On Mon, Feb 1, 2016 at 9:15 AM, Jonathan Markwell <jonathan...@gmail.com > > wrote: > >> Hi Eric, >> >> Sorry this is unlikely to be the answer you want to receive: it depends. >> >> Your safest bet would be to find your community members before you lease >> the space and ask them how often they expect to use it. They'll only be >> marginally better at predicting their own behaviour than any of us are at >> trying to guess it. But if you involve them in the decision they'll be more >> forgiving if it feels too busy or too quiet. >> >> Hope this helps, >> >> Jon >> >> On Mon, 1 Feb 2016 at 12:52 Eric Wulf <epw...@gmail.com > >> wrote: >> >>> I'm new, cautiously excited about starting a cowering space... and very >>> thankful for this resource. >>> >>> Quick question: As I look to put some basic assumptions together, can >>> you tell me how to figure space/capacity utilization? For example, if I >>> were to sell 30 memberships that allowed unlimited access (not dedicated >>> desks, but unlimited access to the space), *what can I expect in terms >>> of how many members might visit each day*? >>> >>> What I'm trying to get at is my required inventory. If I have 30 >>> workspaces, can I safely sell 40 memberships for those seats? >>> >>> Thank you. >>> >>> -- >>> 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 . >>> 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 . >> 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.
[Coworking] Re: Tips on clearing out an old space?
Hi Tony I used to work with a large retailer that would occasionally move a store from one location to another. It's a huge project that can be broken down in to smaller tasks. Start with the clean out, systematically working you way through the space, one closet/ drawer/ room at a time. This is the time to be ruthless. If you can't say where the item is going to move to and what use it will have, don't move it. Tag items for sale, donation, recycling and keep. This is not the time to be sentimental. You'll need to put a side all pack-rat instincts and be completely practical; Why are you saving each item? Where will it go in the new space? Stuff that has been boxed up or in the junk drawer for three years should not be moved. You may need to work with your trash/ recycling company to increase the frequency of pick-ups. Everything that can be responsibly given away now will be less to pack, transport and unpack later. Once all the clutter is gone you can start to think about the move. Find a commercial mover, they will be invaluable for moving the big items; furniture, appliances, etc. They can also help with best practices. Then stage your move. What is important to be set-up first? When will each room be moved? How many days/ nights will be required? Does the old space need to be shut down before the new space can open? What will that down time be? Or can essential services such as phone, wifi, building access be duplicated and have both spaces open for a transitional period? Either way over communicate with your team and your tenants. Good luck. You got this! On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 8:18:21 PM UTC-4, Tony Bacigalupo wrote: Hi coworkers! Does anyone have experience moving out of a space with a lot of stuff in it? I'm working on moving New Work City, and after five (really seven) years in one place, we've accumulated a lot of... stuff. I want to see the things we don't need find a good home, whether it be by sale or giveaway or responsible disposal, but it's such a big and complex project I'm not sure where to begin. If anyone out there has any great tips to share to make the experience as smooth as possible, I'd appreciate them. Thanks! Vive le coworking! Tony -- 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.
