4 reasons to consider coworking spaces for remote workers and ‘digital nomads’

If you’re working remotely, whether in your own community, another city or even another country, a coworking space can bring a variety of benefits. Sure, there’s reliable wifi, but also some less tangible, but equally valuable benefits you may not have considered.

Coworking workspaces are offices in which entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, remote employees, startups, and even students can work under one roof. The space is usually comprised of a mix of private offices and beautifully designed, shared common areas with top-of-the-line amenities, allowing members flexibility throughout their workday.

Questions about whether coworking might be right for you? We sat down with Shane Kidwell, CEO of Think Tank Cowork in Everett, to explore four benefits coworking offers for remote workers.

1. Stability and routine – Being a ‘digital nomad’ gives you the freedom to make your own remote work schedule, but can leave you trying to figure out how to balance productivity and motivation. Going to a coworking space brings back the feeling of going to an office, with the freedom of different work environments to choose from. “With a coworking space, every day can be a different experience,” Kidwell says. “Depending on your needs, at Think Tank Cowork you can use our private spaces, common areas, conference rooms or podcast studio.”
2. Entrepreneurial support – Because coworking is a relatively new phenomenon, spaces are usually newer and have incorporated creative and modern design. Entrepreneurship requires a certain level of inspirational environment, so whether your team totals four people or 12, a dynamic space will likely inspire fresh thinking and new ideas. “Gone are the days of the stale, white-washed office space,’” Kidwell says. “People are looking for a space with character, that’s stimulating, uplifting and inspiring. Our spaces are not only high-tech, they’re also ‘high-touch.’
   

   Coworking spaces like Think Tank Cowork incorporate common areas for members to enjoy and unwind.

3. Flexibility – Most coworking spaces are open 24/7, letting you access amenities whenever you need them – perfect for when you need to work late, come in early, or take a call on the weekend. They also provide flexible memberships, allowing remote workers to choose a package that works for them. “Coworking spaces are great for someone who just wants to drop in, grab a coffee, check your emails or do whatever,” Kidwell says. “Perhaps you simply want to brainstorm in an environment surrounded by other successful entrepreneurs!”
4. A home-base when and where you need it – Even if you’re perfectly successful working as a ‘digital nomad,’ you’ll soon find that having a “home-away-from-home” is essential. “Although as a remote worker you work everywhere, you do need a home-base, and that shouldn’t be your home,” Kidwell says. “At Think Tank Cowork you can come in to make a private phone call or use the in-house shower, or to use the reliable internet service. Selected memberships even provide you with a personal business address.”

To explore coworking options for your needs, visit thinktankev.com, and scan the QR code below for specials and promotions before checking out their space located at 2817 Wetmore Ave. to see if it meets your ‘digital nomad’ needs! You can also stay up-to-date on Facebook and Instagram.