Thoughts from a Co-Working Trial Experience

Today I am finishing a trial run at a co-working facility in my area. I saw an offer for a free week, and thought it could be good to try out as I may be working remote in the future.

It’s more expensive than I thought it would be. I mean it would actually be cheaper for me go out to eat at a coffee shop, and chill there for most of the work day. Maybe I shouldn’t be surprised, because space costs money but, it definitely threw me off, and I’m writing this at one of the cheaper options availible.

It’s not perfect, and the vibe isn’t exactly what I expected. I mean I’ll admit I’ve only been here a week, but there hasn’t been anyone reaching out to me about what I do, or about what they do, it could be the location though, or the fact that it’s only been a week, so there’s that.

I’m sure these spaces are more valuable to super small startups, people who need a group space, but can’t afford an office suite.

A full time desk at one of these places costs about $350! It’s not for me, at least for now.

My alternative?

I think I’ll try working at the library sometime this week.

Also I’ve literally found better networking moments at my temp jobs, and those PAY ME.