[Coworking] T.E.A. FACTORY CO - Official Unofficial Opening!
Hi groupies! We are excited to announce the opening of the first coworking space in Reading, Pa! Special thanks to Alex Hillman and his dangerously awesome approach to sharing his knowledge and experiences with us! His workshop was an extremely valuable and worthwhile investment. The webinar was fantastic! Things fell into place almost effortlessly once we set our intention. We have been using Facebook groups to help us find and build our creative community! Our Official Unnoffial Opening: Friday...4-6PM! Stop in, check it out, bring a friend! T.E.A. FACTORY CO 580 Willow St. Reading, PA -- Cindi Abribat 610-223-5569 collaboration, openness, community, accessibility, sustainability -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Membership Models
Hey everyone! I have been looking for a space for a while and have finally found someone generous enough to share (for free) a huge space for me to start a coworking space. My question is what everyone thinks is the best pricing model for membership. I am currently leaning towards pay what you want, based off donations. and am wondering what everyone thinks about that and what other options you have? Thanks!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/coworking/-/JeMlX1ovNacJ. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
Re: [Coworking] T.E.A. FACTORY CO - Official Unofficial Opening!
Cindi, Congrats and Good Luck! Very exciting finally opening! Looking forward on hearing more about your opening CJay On Wed, Mar 14, 2012 at 10:36 PM, cindi abribat cabri1...@gmail.com wrote: Hi groupies! We are excited to announce the opening of the first coworking space in Reading, Pa! Special thanks to Alex Hillman and his dangerously awesome approach to sharing his knowledge and experiences with us! His workshop was an extremely valuable and worthwhile investment. The webinar was fantastic! Things fell into place almost effortlessly once we set our intention. We have been using Facebook groups to help us find and build our creative community! Our Official Unnoffial Opening: Friday...4-6PM! Stop in, check it out, bring a friend! T.E.A. FACTORY CO 580 Willow St. Reading, PA -- Cindi Abribat 610-223-5569 collaboration, openness, community, accessibility, sustainability -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en. -- Cheryl Jaycox Community Manager Micro Office Suites Business Center The HIVE@44,Business Coworking Community Phone: 636-405-3130 Cell: 314-800-4305 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Re: Coworking Space Ship is up and flying!
Joel, so great to meet you and your team while you were in Austin for GCUC. Safe travels on your spaceship! Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Goodnik in Residence Program for Social Enterprise in NYC
I run a nonprofit called Goodnik that provides resources for social entrepreneurs. I thought I'd let this group know about a new program I just launched called the Goodnik in Residence program which pairs social entrepreneurs with donated space in coworking communities in NYC. So far we have six coworking spaces that have agreed to provide a seat for at least six months, and there's more and more interest every day from other communities around the city - and we only just started last week! Ultimatley I'd like this program to be nationwide, but for now we're still just working out the kinks in NYC before we add more coworking spaces to the mix. If you want to learn more about the program, you can read the details at http://www.goodnik.org/resources/goodnik-in-residence-program/ I'd appreciate any thoughts or feedback about the program that this group cares to offer, especially about how to promote it to make sure that the widest possible audience of social entrepreneurs hears about it. Feel free to shoot me a note at n...@goodnik.org. Thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
RE: [Coworking] Re: Coworking Space Ship is up and flying!
Steve- You have a great space! Keep up the good work. Thanks God Bless, Joel Bennett Chief Dreamchaser Veel Hoeden 641-780-7858 veelhoeden.posterous.com Join Us on Facebook! -Original Message- From: coworking@googlegroups.com [mailto:coworking@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of stevegolab Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2012 8:53 AM To: Coworking Subject: [Coworking] Re: Coworking Space Ship is up and flying! Joel, so great to meet you and your team while you were in Austin for GCUC. Safe travels on your spaceship! Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Re: Pricing Strategy for a Rural Development
Hi Tyler! They could never replace Joel's valuable experience, but I just wanted to point out a couple of articles Shareable.net published on this subject. All incorporate the perspectives and experience of rural coworking space owners from around the world. Enjoy! How To Start A Rural Coworking Community:http://www.shareable.net/blog/ how-to-start-a-rural-coworking-community Coworking Provides A Haven For Rural Entrepreneurs: http://www.shareable.net/blog/coworking-provides-a-haven-for-rural-entrepreneurs Everything Solid Melts Into Jelly: Coworking In Rural England: http://www.shareable.net/blog/everything-solid-melts-into-jelly-coworking-in-rural-england Beth @gonecoworking On Mar 13, 12:42 pm, Veel Hoeden- Where Many Hats Meet! veelhoe...@gmail.com wrote: Our space is located in Pella, IA. Population 10,000. We've been in business since October of 2010. Some other great rural spaces on here too... you guys have thoughts? My thoughts on your questions below. Pricing- Our monthly mobile member pay $55 a month for 24-7 access to the space. With that they get wifi, conference rooms, printer/fax/copier, and a few other perks (see our site at veelhoeden.posterous.com). It's worked very well. We started at $50 and only took a price increase after 12 months to cover some overall costs of business and some inflation. We also have leased space members for 4-6 offices. The bigger question is what you are paying for your space. Paying $2500 a month, you'll need 50 mobile members to just make rent, plus you have other expenses. Pay $500 and you could be running with 10 (again, you'll have other spaces to cover, so you'll need more). My point is, pricing is a derivative of expense, so until you know your expenses you won't know what will fly. Sponsors- We discussed them early on, but with the exception of a few of our events, we never pursued. Possible could include a local copy/print business (you push all your big jobs to them), chamber of commerce (allow members to use conference rooms if you are closer to their business), college (allow their students access for free or reduced fee), or anyone else with some ties to supporting small businesses in town. Colleges- We did partner with our local university and had them sponsor all their Business students for one organizational fee. This was NOT a lot of money ($500 or the equivalent of 10 mobile members for one month), but our intent was to build a partnership with them, not make crazy money. For that, we have students come in and do research projects (win-win as they get class work done, we usually get some project work done) and the occasional drop in who wants to study or talk to businesses. They also come to our networking events, which has been great for recruiting and securing interns, as well as good for our businesses who may be hiring. Fulltime space- Again, we discussed, never implemented. Our clients either didn't care where they sat or they wanted a lockable door/office of their own. The one person I got ready to sell a permanent desk to ended up vanishing on me. That said, the biggest thing is that they want some space to leave things, and in some case, a true desktop computer to leave at the space (think engineer using CAD or other specialized software). You may need to think about lockable lockers if this is a need in your space, as they allow them to secure items without need more furniture. Combo with Chamber- Explore this with Chamber first. Some Chamber will love you. Others see you as competition. Regardless, a Chamber membership is a money maker for them, so they may be hesitant to share that with you if they don't see clear value. For example, if you chamber is vibrant and has already courted some freelancers or mobile folks, maybe providing Chamber members a discount off your mobile membership makes sense. I'm not sure what you mean by Chamber networking membership, but if that means your members get to go to Chamber events without being members the Chamber is going to have to see value in this (as possibly sniping new Chamber members from your ranks) before they would consider it. Depending on the size of your town this may or may not be feasible. My BIGGEST advice to you for a rural space, which is just as important in other spaces but DEVASTATINGLY important in rural communities... Find your members... then find start your space. If you need 10 to make this fly, identify 25 and get as many to commit to the project as possible. Get their input early on needs (to plan and manage your costs), get them to help you pick out the space, get them to come up with their dream environment, etc. In short, get their buy-in, both financially, but more importantly, emotionally. They have to want this as bad (or worse) than you do. But more importantly, they need to feel part of the community even as you are building it. Want to fail at this quick in
RE: [Coworking] Re: Pricing Strategy for a Rural Development
Tyler- I think Beth doth protest too much. (THANKS BETH!) Her valuable experience is shown by the quality articles she presents below. Immerse yourself in the rural coworking info and you'll be well grounded, but then apply to your own situation. Thanks God Bless, Joel Bennett Chief Dreamchaser Veel Hoeden 641-780-7858 veelhoeden.posterous.com Join Us on Facebook! -Original Message- From: coworking@googlegroups.com [mailto:coworking@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Beth Buczynski Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2012 11:18 AM To: Coworking Subject: [Coworking] Re: Pricing Strategy for a Rural Development Hi Tyler! They could never replace Joel's valuable experience, but I just wanted to point out a couple of articles Shareable.net published on this subject. All incorporate the perspectives and experience of rural coworking space owners from around the world. Enjoy! How To Start A Rural Coworking Community:http://www.shareable.net/blog/ how-to-start-a-rural-coworking-community Coworking Provides A Haven For Rural Entrepreneurs: http://www.shareable.net/blog/coworking-provides-a-haven-for-rural-entrepren eurs Everything Solid Melts Into Jelly: Coworking In Rural England: http://www.shareable.net/blog/everything-solid-melts-into-jelly-coworking-in -rural-england Beth @gonecoworking On Mar 13, 12:42 pm, Veel Hoeden- Where Many Hats Meet! veelhoe...@gmail.com wrote: Our space is located in Pella, IA. Population 10,000. We've been in business since October of 2010. Some other great rural spaces on here too... you guys have thoughts? My thoughts on your questions below. Pricing- Our monthly mobile member pay $55 a month for 24-7 access to the space. With that they get wifi, conference rooms, printer/fax/copier, and a few other perks (see our site at veelhoeden.posterous.com). It's worked very well. We started at $50 and only took a price increase after 12 months to cover some overall costs of business and some inflation. We also have leased space members for 4-6 offices. The bigger question is what you are paying for your space. Paying $2500 a month, you'll need 50 mobile members to just make rent, plus you have other expenses. Pay $500 and you could be running with 10 (again, you'll have other spaces to cover, so you'll need more). My point is, pricing is a derivative of expense, so until you know your expenses you won't know what will fly. Sponsors- We discussed them early on, but with the exception of a few of our events, we never pursued. Possible could include a local copy/print business (you push all your big jobs to them), chamber of commerce (allow members to use conference rooms if you are closer to their business), college (allow their students access for free or reduced fee), or anyone else with some ties to supporting small businesses in town. Colleges- We did partner with our local university and had them sponsor all their Business students for one organizational fee. This was NOT a lot of money ($500 or the equivalent of 10 mobile members for one month), but our intent was to build a partnership with them, not make crazy money. For that, we have students come in and do research projects (win-win as they get class work done, we usually get some project work done) and the occasional drop in who wants to study or talk to businesses. They also come to our networking events, which has been great for recruiting and securing interns, as well as good for our businesses who may be hiring. Fulltime space- Again, we discussed, never implemented. Our clients either didn't care where they sat or they wanted a lockable door/office of their own. The one person I got ready to sell a permanent desk to ended up vanishing on me. That said, the biggest thing is that they want some space to leave things, and in some case, a true desktop computer to leave at the space (think engineer using CAD or other specialized software). You may need to think about lockable lockers if this is a need in your space, as they allow them to secure items without need more furniture. Combo with Chamber- Explore this with Chamber first. Some Chamber will love you. Others see you as competition. Regardless, a Chamber membership is a money maker for them, so they may be hesitant to share that with you if they don't see clear value. For example, if you chamber is vibrant and has already courted some freelancers or mobile folks, maybe providing Chamber members a discount off your mobile membership makes sense. I'm not sure what you mean by Chamber networking membership, but if that means your members get to go to Chamber events without being members the Chamber is going to have to see value in this (as possibly sniping new Chamber members from your ranks) before they would consider it. Depending on the size of your town this may or may not be feasible. My BIGGEST advice to you for a rural space, which is
Re: [Coworking] Re: Pricing Strategy for a Rural Development
Great timing on the responses, everybody. This thread was included in this week's CoworkingWeekly email: http://us4.campaign-archive2.com/?u=fb0fa92e5dca45a8ec5d4dfe1id=b869bc579d -Alex /ah indyhall.org coworking in philadelphia On Thu, Mar 15, 2012 at 11:49 AM, Veel Hoeden- Where Many Hats Meet! veelhoe...@gmail.com wrote: Tyler- I think Beth doth protest too much. (THANKS BETH!) Her valuable experience is shown by the quality articles she presents below. Immerse yourself in the rural coworking info and you'll be well grounded, but then apply to your own situation. Thanks God Bless, Joel Bennett Chief Dreamchaser Veel Hoeden 641-780-7858 veelhoeden.posterous.com Join Us on Facebook! -Original Message- From: coworking@googlegroups.com [mailto:coworking@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Beth Buczynski Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2012 11:18 AM To: Coworking Subject: [Coworking] Re: Pricing Strategy for a Rural Development Hi Tyler! They could never replace Joel's valuable experience, but I just wanted to point out a couple of articles Shareable.net published on this subject. All incorporate the perspectives and experience of rural coworking space owners from around the world. Enjoy! How To Start A Rural Coworking Community:http://www.shareable.net/blog/ how-to-start-a-rural-coworking-community Coworking Provides A Haven For Rural Entrepreneurs: http://www.shareable.net/blog/coworking-provides-a-haven-for-rural-entrepren eurs Everything Solid Melts Into Jelly: Coworking In Rural England: http://www.shareable.net/blog/everything-solid-melts-into-jelly-coworking-in -rural-england Beth @gonecoworking On Mar 13, 12:42 pm, Veel Hoeden- Where Many Hats Meet! veelhoe...@gmail.com wrote: Our space is located in Pella, IA. Population 10,000. We've been in business since October of 2010. Some other great rural spaces on here too... you guys have thoughts? My thoughts on your questions below. Pricing- Our monthly mobile member pay $55 a month for 24-7 access to the space. With that they get wifi, conference rooms, printer/fax/copier, and a few other perks (see our site at veelhoeden.posterous.com). It's worked very well. We started at $50 and only took a price increase after 12 months to cover some overall costs of business and some inflation. We also have leased space members for 4-6 offices. The bigger question is what you are paying for your space. Paying $2500 a month, you'll need 50 mobile members to just make rent, plus you have other expenses. Pay $500 and you could be running with 10 (again, you'll have other spaces to cover, so you'll need more). My point is, pricing is a derivative of expense, so until you know your expenses you won't know what will fly. Sponsors- We discussed them early on, but with the exception of a few of our events, we never pursued. Possible could include a local copy/print business (you push all your big jobs to them), chamber of commerce (allow members to use conference rooms if you are closer to their business), college (allow their students access for free or reduced fee), or anyone else with some ties to supporting small businesses in town. Colleges- We did partner with our local university and had them sponsor all their Business students for one organizational fee. This was NOT a lot of money ($500 or the equivalent of 10 mobile members for one month), but our intent was to build a partnership with them, not make crazy money. For that, we have students come in and do research projects (win-win as they get class work done, we usually get some project work done) and the occasional drop in who wants to study or talk to businesses. They also come to our networking events, which has been great for recruiting and securing interns, as well as good for our businesses who may be hiring. Fulltime space- Again, we discussed, never implemented. Our clients either didn't care where they sat or they wanted a lockable door/office of their own. The one person I got ready to sell a permanent desk to ended up vanishing on me. That said, the biggest thing is that they want some space to leave things, and in some case, a true desktop computer to leave at the space (think engineer using CAD or other specialized software). You may need to think about lockable lockers if this is a need in your space, as they allow them to secure items without need more furniture. Combo with Chamber- Explore this with Chamber first. Some Chamber will love you. Others see you as competition. Regardless, a Chamber membership is a money maker for them, so they may be hesitant to share that with you if they don't see clear value. For example, if you chamber is vibrant and has already courted some freelancers or mobile folks, maybe providing Chamber members a discount off your mobile membership makes sense. I'm not sure what you mean by
[Coworking] Coworking Space Ship is up and flying!
I really wish you were coming to the DC metro area. There are several coworking spaces here but i guess they didn't register. I am looking at starting a coworking space in my area and could have used this event. Hopefully you will make this an annual event. VirtuallYours - Coworking Center will with our best efforts open in January 2013 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/coworking/-/MHKJO8er_oEJ. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Re: Pricing Strategy for a Rural Development
Joel - Thank you so much for the fantastic advice! I can tell you from experience, that bringing ideas to a smaller town is rather difficult. My town is actually not as small as yours (we are up to about 50,000) but we definitely have the feel of traditional practices. I think my success would come from talking with individual smaller companies who could have their workers attend remotely to my space. I think that would be the best way to success. I have applied for some city downtown development alliance funding and an entrepreneur grant as I would like to have the first year expenses in the bank before we open. That would allow us to ultimately spend our time on getting people in rather than worrying about bills. I appreciate your guidance and I would like to connect with you: http://www.facebook.com/tyler.kraupp Thanks again, this community has been amazing. Tyler On Mar 13, 12:42 pm, Veel Hoeden- Where Many Hats Meet! veelhoe...@gmail.com wrote: Our space is located in Pella, IA. Population 10,000. We've been in business since October of 2010. Some other great rural spaces on here too... you guys have thoughts? My thoughts on your questions below. Pricing- Our monthly mobile member pay $55 a month for 24-7 access to the space. With that they get wifi, conference rooms, printer/fax/copier, and a few other perks (see our site at veelhoeden.posterous.com). It's worked very well. We started at $50 and only took a price increase after 12 months to cover some overall costs of business and some inflation. We also have leased space members for 4-6 offices. The bigger question is what you are paying for your space. Paying $2500 a month, you'll need 50 mobile members to just make rent, plus you have other expenses. Pay $500 and you could be running with 10 (again, you'll have other spaces to cover, so you'll need more). My point is, pricing is a derivative of expense, so until you know your expenses you won't know what will fly. Sponsors- We discussed them early on, but with the exception of a few of our events, we never pursued. Possible could include a local copy/print business (you push all your big jobs to them), chamber of commerce (allow members to use conference rooms if you are closer to their business), college (allow their students access for free or reduced fee), or anyone else with some ties to supporting small businesses in town. Colleges- We did partner with our local university and had them sponsor all their Business students for one organizational fee. This was NOT a lot of money ($500 or the equivalent of 10 mobile members for one month), but our intent was to build a partnership with them, not make crazy money. For that, we have students come in and do research projects (win-win as they get class work done, we usually get some project work done) and the occasional drop in who wants to study or talk to businesses. They also come to our networking events, which has been great for recruiting and securing interns, as well as good for our businesses who may be hiring. Fulltime space- Again, we discussed, never implemented. Our clients either didn't care where they sat or they wanted a lockable door/office of their own. The one person I got ready to sell a permanent desk to ended up vanishing on me. That said, the biggest thing is that they want some space to leave things, and in some case, a true desktop computer to leave at the space (think engineer using CAD or other specialized software). You may need to think about lockable lockers if this is a need in your space, as they allow them to secure items without need more furniture. Combo with Chamber- Explore this with Chamber first. Some Chamber will love you. Others see you as competition. Regardless, a Chamber membership is a money maker for them, so they may be hesitant to share that with you if they don't see clear value. For example, if you chamber is vibrant and has already courted some freelancers or mobile folks, maybe providing Chamber members a discount off your mobile membership makes sense. I'm not sure what you mean by Chamber networking membership, but if that means your members get to go to Chamber events without being members the Chamber is going to have to see value in this (as possibly sniping new Chamber members from your ranks) before they would consider it. Depending on the size of your town this may or may not be feasible. My BIGGEST advice to you for a rural space, which is just as important in other spaces but DEVASTATINGLY important in rural communities... Find your members... then find start your space. If you need 10 to make this fly, identify 25 and get as many to commit to the project as possible. Get their input early on needs (to plan and manage your costs), get them to help you pick out the space, get them to come up with their dream environment, etc. In short, get their buy-in, both financially, but more importantly,
[Coworking] Re: Pricing Strategy for a Rural Development
Hello, Beth - thank you so much for your valuable advice. I appreciate this community, that is the exact definition of success to me -collaborate and communication instantly. I have definitely researched those articles and have then on my bookmark list for future reference :) I would like to connect with you if you want: http://www.facebook.com/tyler.kraupp Thanks, Tyler On Mar 15, 10:17 am, Beth Buczynski bethbo...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Tyler! They could never replace Joel's valuable experience, but I just wanted to point out a couple of articles Shareable.net published on this subject. All incorporate the perspectives and experience of rural coworking space owners from around the world. Enjoy! How To Start A Rural Coworking Community:http://www.shareable.net/blog/ how-to-start-a-rural-coworking-community Coworking Provides A Haven For Rural Entrepreneurs:http://www.shareable.net/blog/coworking-provides-a-haven-for-rural-en... Everything Solid Melts Into Jelly: Coworking In Rural England:http://www.shareable.net/blog/everything-solid-melts-into-jelly-cowor... Beth @gonecoworking On Mar 13, 12:42 pm, Veel Hoeden- Where Many Hats Meet! veelhoe...@gmail.com wrote: Our space is located in Pella, IA. Population 10,000. We've been in business since October of 2010. Some other great rural spaces on here too... you guys have thoughts? My thoughts on your questions below. Pricing- Our monthly mobile member pay $55 a month for 24-7 access to the space. With that they get wifi, conference rooms, printer/fax/copier, and a few other perks (see our site at veelhoeden.posterous.com). It's worked very well. We started at $50 and only took a price increase after 12 months to cover some overall costs of business and some inflation. We also have leased space members for 4-6 offices. The bigger question is what you are paying for your space. Paying $2500 a month, you'll need 50 mobile members to just make rent, plus you have other expenses. Pay $500 and you could be running with 10 (again, you'll have other spaces to cover, so you'll need more). My point is, pricing is a derivative of expense, so until you know your expenses you won't know what will fly. Sponsors- We discussed them early on, but with the exception of a few of our events, we never pursued. Possible could include a local copy/print business (you push all your big jobs to them), chamber of commerce (allow members to use conference rooms if you are closer to their business), college (allow their students access for free or reduced fee), or anyone else with some ties to supporting small businesses in town. Colleges- We did partner with our local university and had them sponsor all their Business students for one organizational fee. This was NOT a lot of money ($500 or the equivalent of 10 mobile members for one month), but our intent was to build a partnership with them, not make crazy money. For that, we have students come in and do research projects (win-win as they get class work done, we usually get some project work done) and the occasional drop in who wants to study or talk to businesses. They also come to our networking events, which has been great for recruiting and securing interns, as well as good for our businesses who may be hiring. Fulltime space- Again, we discussed, never implemented. Our clients either didn't care where they sat or they wanted a lockable door/office of their own. The one person I got ready to sell a permanent desk to ended up vanishing on me. That said, the biggest thing is that they want some space to leave things, and in some case, a true desktop computer to leave at the space (think engineer using CAD or other specialized software). You may need to think about lockable lockers if this is a need in your space, as they allow them to secure items without need more furniture. Combo with Chamber- Explore this with Chamber first. Some Chamber will love you. Others see you as competition. Regardless, a Chamber membership is a money maker for them, so they may be hesitant to share that with you if they don't see clear value. For example, if you chamber is vibrant and has already courted some freelancers or mobile folks, maybe providing Chamber members a discount off your mobile membership makes sense. I'm not sure what you mean by Chamber networking membership, but if that means your members get to go to Chamber events without being members the Chamber is going to have to see value in this (as possibly sniping new Chamber members from your ranks) before they would consider it. Depending on the size of your town this may or may not be feasible. My BIGGEST advice to you for a rural space, which is just as important in other spaces but DEVASTATINGLY important in rural communities... Find your members... then find start your space. If you need 10 to make this fly,
Re: [Coworking] Coworking Space Ship is up and flying!
Just 2 years ago, there were maybe 3 or 4 coworking places in LA, but now, I believe there are close to 12. A huge surge occurred in mid-2011, and I hear there are a few more coming online this year, in addition to the 10+ accelerators coming online. Austin has quite a # of coworking places, but I think LA has more now! Yeah! See everyone at the Spaceship next Thur! Jerome __ BLANKSPACES work FOR yourself, not BY yourself www.blankspaces.com ph: 323.330.9505 | 5405 Wilshire Blvd (2 blocks west of La Brea) Los Angeles, CA 90036 On Mar 15, 2012, at 10:46 AM, Tanya wrote: I really wish you were coming to the DC metro area. There are several coworking spaces here but i guess they didn't register. I am looking at starting a coworking space in my area and could have used this event. Hopefully you will make this an annual event. VirtuallYours - Coworking Center will with our best efforts open in January 2013 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/coworking/-/MHKJO8er_oEJ. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Set up Coworking for Parents as S-Corp or LLC?
Hi everyone, Things are ramping up and I'm getting ready to incorporate. I'm leaning towards an S-Corp rather than LLC. Does anyone here have any experience with this decision? Any pros/cons for S-Corp as compared to an LLC? Thank you! *Aliza Schlabach* Founder | Coworking For Parents http://www.coworkingforparents.com/http://www.coworkingforparents.com/ aschlab...@gmail.com 215.858.4658 i...@coworkingforparents.com Sign up for our email newsletter http://www.coworkingforparents.com/ | Join our Meetup group http://www.meetup.com/CoworkingForparents/ | Like us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/CoworkingForParents -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/coworking/-/ZUY3AdRtBowJ. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
Re: [Coworking] Set up Coworking for Parents as S-Corp or LLC?
LLC allows you to dictate ownership % different from your cash/equity investment. They're otherwise very similar as a same tax pass-thru entity. Jerome __ BLANKSPACES work FOR yourself, not BY yourself www.blankspaces.com ph: 323.330.9505 | 5405 Wilshire Blvd (2 blocks west of La Brea) Los Angeles, CA 90036 On Mar 15, 2012, at 11:42 AM, Aliza wrote: Hi everyone, Things are ramping up and I'm getting ready to incorporate. I'm leaning towards an S-Corp rather than LLC. Does anyone here have any experience with this decision? Any pros/cons for S-Corp as compared to an LLC? Thank you! Aliza Schlabach Founder | Coworking For Parents 215.858.4658 i...@coworkingforparents.com Sign up for our email newsletter | Join our Meetup group | Like us on Facebook -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/coworking/-/ZUY3AdRtBowJ. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
Re: [Coworking] Set up Coworking for Parents as S-Corp or LLC?
An LLC is a lot easier to organize and manage. One thing to consider, my other company (P'unk Avenue) is an LLC, but we file taxes as an S Corp. We get the convenience of LLC legal organization with the tax advantages for an S Corp. Filing as an S Corp only requires that you file out a one page form. Very straight-forward. Your accountant can create a spreadsheet to show you the difference between LLC vs. S. Corp filings to make sure it is to your benefit. Hope this helps. Geoff DiMasi Indy Hall On Mar 15, 2012, at Mar 15,2:42 PM, Aliza wrote: Hi everyone, Things are ramping up and I'm getting ready to incorporate. I'm leaning towards an S-Corp rather than LLC. Does anyone here have any experience with this decision? Any pros/cons for S-Corp as compared to an LLC? Thank you! Aliza Schlabach Founder | Coworking For Parents 215.858.4658 i...@coworkingforparents.com Sign up for our email newsletter | Join our Meetup group | Like us on Facebook -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/coworking/-/ZUY3AdRtBowJ. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
Re: [Coworking] Set up Coworking for Parents as S-Corp or LLC?
Jerome, For us, it was dramatically more beneficial to file as an S Corp. Depends on the situation, but is worth running the numbers. On Mar 15, 2012, at Mar 15,2:45 PM, Jerome Chang wrote: LLC allows you to dictate ownership % different from your cash/equity investment. They're otherwise very similar as a same tax pass-thru entity. Jerome __ BLANKSPACES work FOR yourself, not BY yourself www.blankspaces.com ph: 323.330.9505 | 5405 Wilshire Blvd (2 blocks west of La Brea) Los Angeles, CA 90036 On Mar 15, 2012, at 11:42 AM, Aliza wrote: Hi everyone, Things are ramping up and I'm getting ready to incorporate. I'm leaning towards an S-Corp rather than LLC. Does anyone here have any experience with this decision? Any pros/cons for S-Corp as compared to an LLC? Thank you! Aliza Schlabach Founder | Coworking For Parents 215.858.4658 i...@coworkingforparents.com Sign up for our email newsletter | Join our Meetup group | Like us on Facebook -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/coworking/-/ZUY3AdRtBowJ. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Unconference Session Notes
Hello there! I had the opportunity to attend several great sessions at this year's unconference and I hear the ones I didn't attend were equally as awesome. One of the key things that makes a great unconference experience is having a public repository of notes from each session which can be followed along by those who are in other sessions and those who could not attend. We are having people request the notes and unfortunately no one has sent them to me or posted theirs on the Google doc we created yet. If you attended sessions and took any sort of notes please scan them and send them to me or post them here: https://docs.google.com/a/nextspace.us/document/d/155DAjn6zs21XtpZ2p0X9yfW8vRSDxTiZAzSP1DcDuuY/edit Thanks very much! Warmly, ~ Iris --- Iris Kavanagh Community Curator + Chief Community Officer NextSpace Coworking + Innovation, Inc. www.NextSpace.us +1 831 420 0710 http://twitter.com/iriskavanagh Whoa! NextSpace now has four locations to work from! You can find us downtown in Culver City, San Jose, San Francisco, and Santa Cruz. Stop by any of our fabulous spaces for a tour! Or learn more virtually: http://www.nextspace.us -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Re: Set up Coworking for Parents as S-Corp or LLC?
LLC would actually be the legal structure. When you are forming the LLC you can elect to be recognized as an S-Corp. If you are a disregarded entity you will still be taxes as a sole proprietor which won't give you significant tax benefits if your revenue exceeds 18-20K. The LLC without corporate tax election will simply limit your personal liability. My advise is to seek legal guidance or the assistance of an attorney. You can get free help through SCORE. Toni On Mar 15, 1:42 pm, Aliza aschlab...@gmail.com wrote: Hi everyone, Things are ramping up and I'm getting ready to incorporate. I'm leaning towards an S-Corp rather than LLC. Does anyone here have any experience with this decision? Any pros/cons for S-Corp as compared to an LLC? Thank you! *Aliza Schlabach* Founder | Coworking For Parents http://www.coworkingforparents.com/http://www.coworkingforparents.com/ aschlab...@gmail.com 215.858.4658 i...@coworkingforparents.com Sign up for our email newsletter http://www.coworkingforparents.com/ | Join our Meetup group http://www.meetup.com/CoworkingForparents/ | Like us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/CoworkingForParents -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
[Coworking] Coffee Power Coworking App - Testers wanted!
Hi coworkers, Coffee Power has a newly minted iPhone coworking app which enables professionals who routinely cowork to rapidly find one another and work together. You may have previewed this at GCUC where our co-founder Fred was demoing it. It's available on the iPhone store now at http://bit.ly/candpapp At any rate, we need are looking for (ideally) San Francisco coworkers to help us test the early versions of the app and will potentially pay a small weekly stipend if you match our requirements. Check out our blog for details - http://blog.coffeeandpower.com/2012/03/14/help-wanted-coworking-ambassadors/ We'd appreciate it if you could send this around to your members, or to anyone you think might be interested in giving us feedback on the early version of our app! Yourselves included - we're building this tool for you, to make coworking even more social and build a stronger community. So let us know what you think! Cheers, Becky -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Coworking group. To post to this group, send email to coworking@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to coworking+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/coworking?hl=en.
