5 Ways a Coworking Space Can Improve Your Worklife

The community and volunteers of The Sphere Northampton are working hard behind the scenes towards the opening of The Sphere Innovation Lab, a coworking space for women + nonbinary professionals. Located in Florence in historic Parsons Block, this coworking space will be opening this fall with services, resources, and a collaborative environment that will accelerate the growth of businesses in The Pioneer Valley and provide a home away from home for professionals. 

How might this coworking space help you? We’ve done the research and compiled our top 5 list below. Coworking spaces offer several benefits that can positively impact your life, including:

1. Networking Opportunities: Coworking spaces bring together professionals from various industries, providing excellent networking opportunities. You can meet potential clients, collaborators, or mentors, expanding your professional network and opening up new business opportunities. This is especially true considering the Office Hours and soft programming coming your way for our community.
2. Increased Productivity: Working in a professional environment can boost your productivity compared to working from home or in a café. Coworking spaces are designed to minimize distractions and provide a structured setting, which can help you focus better on your tasks. Plus…you don’t have to keep getting up to get your kids a snack!
3. Flexibility: Many coworking spaces offer flexible membership plans, allowing you to choose the arrangement that best suits your needs. Coworking spaces can accommodate your preferences whether you need a standing desk, a comfy couch area, or occasional hot desk access. The Sphere community is finalizing our membership plans, including memberships to fit your specific needs, including access to the space for both night owls and weekend warriors.
4. Work-Life Balance: Using a coworking space can help you establish a clear separation between your work and personal life. This separation can make it easier to switch off from work when you leave the office, leading to better work-life balance and reduced stress. For me, it’s not getting distracted by the piles of laundry that need to be folded.
5. Access to Amenities: Coworking spaces provide various amenities such as high-speed internet, marketing supplies, office supplies, and coffee and tea to keep your momentum. These amenities can enhance your work experience and save you the hassle of managing these resources on your own. Plus, we are working on membership perks that include discounts within walking distance of The Sphere Innovation Lab in downtown Florence.

Our Sphere Northampton community is made possible thanks to a Strong Entrepreneur Ecosystem Initiative grant from MassTech and a partnership with the Downtown Northampton Association. The future coworking space, The Sphere Innovation Lab, is made possible thanks to a Collaborative Workspace Program grant from Mass Development. 

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