Sadly, most networking events are a waste of my time and yours. Here are two quick fixes.
Two Quick Fixes for the Worst Networking Events
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My coworking internship at Cohere
Two days prior to being hired at Cohere in Fort Collins I had never even heard of the concept of coworking. My coming to be an intern at Cohere can...
Is Your Coworking Space Sending Mixed Messages About The Community?
Catalysts/owners: when a potential member visits your space or a traveling coworker stops in via the Visa Program you’ve got to take it up a…
Welcoming New Coworkers to Your Coworking Space
You can make new members feel welcome to your coworking space by doing the basic “host”-type duties. Are you doing these things?
Why Bigger Coworking Spaces Aren't Always Better
Should coworking spaces strive to become the Wal-marts of the mobile workforce, or should they resist growing for the sake of growth? Some surprising…
Coworking is Not a Frat House (and the Evidence to Prove It)
There is one particular stereotype about coworking that bothers me. It’s the hackneyed idea that a coworking space is simply a “frat house.” How…
How To Use Your Niche Statement To Propel Your Business
Independents often feel less-than-motivated to create a niche statement because they don’t really know how to use it, so here are some productive…
Why Niche and How to Get Started
Why niche out? Because when you can succinctly tell someone you’ve just met what it is you do, they’re more likely to remember it—and keep you top…
5 Must-Read Blogs For Freelancers
We talk about, write, and link to blogs all the time, but how many of you are seeking out blogs that could actually make you a better freelancer?…
3 Creativity Resources for Freelancers
Whether you’re a designer, a writer, web developer, or consultant, here are some fun resources to get your creative juices flowing.
Growing Your Business By Keepin' It Real
Taking on projects beyond your limit is an easy way to breed frustration and apathy–two traits that are deadly for the independent professional.
How Coworking and Community Translate into Dollars
A key aspect of coworking that is sometimes overlooked is the way coworking can boost income (for independents) and stimulate the economy (in a local area).