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Working from home can be a great option for some people, it allows for flexibility, can save costs and commuting time. However it’s important to consider the disadvantages of working from home for both your business and your employees. Common problems of working from home that lead to people opting to work in an office such as a coworking space include: 1. Impact on your mental wellbeing Working from home full time can lead to social isolation and you may not have any face to face contact for extended periods of time. Social isolation can have a detrimental effect on your health, leading to stress and depression. 2. Lack of separation between work and home life Working from home can cause the line between home life and work life to become blurred, especially if you don’t have a dedicated office and are working in a bedroom or living room. 3. Setup costs Setting up a home office can be expensive, especially when you’re used to working with high-speed internet, multiple...

Working in a coworking space can have great benefits for you and your business, however to make it work for everyone sharing the space it’s important that all parties are conscientious of others. In an environment that can change day to day with people hotdesking, hosting meetings or working part-time, the rules of workplace behaviour may not necessarily be clear. Every coworking space will have different versions of etiquette rules which you need to follow, but we have put together a general list of do’s and don’ts to ensure a courteous workplace etiquette is established wherever you’re working… Do’s: Clean up after yourself Wipe any surfaces you use especially in kitchen areas and ensure your area it tidy when you leave, many coworking spaces will have lockers, make use of these! Be prepared Bring all the office supplies you may need with you so you don’t have to interrupt others. If you do have to borrow something, make sure you return it when you’re done. Be friendl...

The demand for hot desking is constantly increasing, with more shared work spaces in the UK than the global average, hot desking is becoming a great option to save space and allow for flexible working. Whilst the needs of each business vary, advances in technology meaning workers are more mobile alongside more coworking spaces being available, hot desking is gaining demand from a wide range of businesses. Hot desking allows the rules of traditional office spaces to be redefined and for people to choose where they work based on their needs each day. We have put together a list of the pros and cons of hot desking , to help you decide if it’s right for you and your business... Pros 1) Flexible Hot desking allow for people who are not in the office full time to be flexible and have a desk as and when is necessary. It’s also useful when a larger group of people need to work together and seating arrangements can be easily adapted as necessary. 2) Daily Rates Many coworking s...