Re: [Coworking] Unlocking Marketing Data for Independent Coworking Spaces. $50 to fund and get the data.

[Tony Bacigalupo]

Super neat, Craig! Clever way to compile data for independent space owners.
Looking forward to seeing how the experiment goes for you and your
supporters!

Tony

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On Mon, Jun 26, 2017 at 10:09 AM, Craig Baute - Creative Density Coworking <
baut...@gmail.com> wrote:

> Hey everyone,
>
> I'm excited to announce that I have finally launched an Indiegogo campaign
> answering the question that effects all of us - *how can we use Facebook
> to attract more members? *
> We are asking people to contribute $50 to get the raw data. The goal is
> only $1000 with stretch goals beyond $3000 where we then will test out
> other networks and let the campaign run even longer.
>
> *Check out the page for a video and description*, https://www.
> indiegogo.com/projects/coworking-marketing-data-for-independent-spaces-
> advertising/x/10052655.
>
> We are raising funds to run indie coworking's first long-term ad campaign
> on Facebook. The goal is to know what type of ads work, which headlines,
> pictures, text, placement, etc. We will then share all of the information
> with people that support the campaign.
>
> *All of the funds raised go to the campaign.*
>
> We will test 3 strategies:
>
> Three different strategies to focus on:
>
>- *In-Tangibles* of Coworking - Community, work/life balance,
>collaboration, etc.
>- *Amenities *(the physical benefits) - Standing desks, monitors,
>beer, local coffee, meeting rooms, etc.
>- *Promotions* - Discounts on your first month, extra free days, bulk
>pricing.
>
>
> We'll learn what works and lowers your marketing costs
>
> This data will shine light on coworking ad strategies and give us insight
> to drive *more tours at lower rates*.
>
>
> *Doing this the coworking way.*
>
>
> I'm excited to run this campaign and with everyone's support share the
> data. I truly believe this will help all us run our spaces at lower costs
> and build up stronger communities.
>
>
> Once again, here is the link, https://www.indiegogo.
> com/projects/coworking-marketing-data-for-independent-spaces-
> advertising/x/10052655
>
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Re: [Coworking] US healthcare bill could destroy coworking

[Bernie J Mitchell]

#fightthepower

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On 27 June 2017 at 20:15, Alex Hillman  wrote:

> I know that a lot of us, including myself, prefer to keep our politics and
> our professions separate.
>
> But over this weekend, I had a long conversation with one of my biz
> partners about the fact that people who promote entrepreneurship have a
> unique need to speak up. We can't just promote entrepreneurial topics when
> it's sexy and aspirational.
>
> I also recognize that this seems like a US centric concern. But I know
> that our international community knows American community leaders who
> promote business and entrepreneurship. And even if you're not in the US,
> but work with US businesses in *any* capacity, this has the likelihood to
> impact you as well.
>
> And finally I'm not really here to debate politics.
>
> But I am here because I'm I worried about the economic fallout that is
> essentially inevitable from the nasty healthcare bill that's currently
> making its way through the senate, and how it's going to impact our people.
> Our communities are packed full of entrepreneurial, aspirational,
> job-creating people.
>
> *People who, if this bill passes in the US, likely won't be able to afford
> to employ people or even employ themselves. *People who won't be able to
> keep their coworking memberships, or worse will have to debate between
> keeping their memberships or paying for their healthcare.
>
> My biz partner put together an extensive post outlining all of the
> potential impact specifically on the kinds of micro-businesses that thrive
> in coworking spaces. Even more important than the details and the research
> is *what we can do*, notably in the US.
>
> https://stackingthebricks.com/code-red-gop-senate-health-
> bill-hurts-entrepreneurs/
>
> I don't have answers here, other than realizing that as much as it
> stresses people out to talk about this stuff out loud the result of *not* 
> talking
> about it could be much much worse.
>
> So if anything about this post this makes you anxious - please read and
> share my partner's post. And if you're in the US, pick up the phone and
> call your representatives. If you've never done it before, there's great
> tips in that post
> 
> .
>
> I'm not the kind of person who worries easily - but I also can't pretend
> that this will get sorted out without taking some kind of action as
> individuals or communities.
>
> So I'm curious - is anybody mobilizing their coworking community to action
> around these issues? Do you have members doing activism work that other
> coworking communities can support?
>
> -Alex
>
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> Weekly Coworking Tips: http://coworkingweekly.com
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[Coworking] US healthcare bill could destroy coworking

[Alex Hillman]

I know that a lot of us, including myself, prefer to keep our politics and
our professions separate.

But over this weekend, I had a long conversation with one of my biz
partners about the fact that people who promote entrepreneurship have a
unique need to speak up. We can't just promote entrepreneurial topics when
it's sexy and aspirational.

I also recognize that this seems like a US centric concern. But I know that
our international community knows American community leaders who promote
business and entrepreneurship. And even if you're not in the US, but work
with US businesses in *any* capacity, this has the likelihood to impact you
as well.

And finally I'm not really here to debate politics.

But I am here because I'm I worried about the economic fallout that is
essentially inevitable from the nasty healthcare bill that's currently
making its way through the senate, and how it's going to impact our people.
Our communities are packed full of entrepreneurial, aspirational,
job-creating people.

*People who, if this bill passes in the US, likely won't be able to afford
to employ people or even employ themselves. *People who won't be able to
keep their coworking memberships, or worse will have to debate between
keeping their memberships or paying for their healthcare.

My biz partner put together an extensive post outlining all of the
potential impact specifically on the kinds of micro-businesses that thrive
in coworking spaces. Even more important than the details and the research
is *what we can do*, notably in the US.

https://stackingthebricks.com/code-red-gop-senate-health-bill-hurts-entrepreneurs/

I don't have answers here, other than realizing that as much as it stresses
people out to talk about this stuff out loud the result of *not* talking
about it could be much much worse.

So if anything about this post this makes you anxious - please read and
share my partner's post. And if you're in the US, pick up the phone and
call your representatives. If you've never done it before, there's great
tips in that post

.

I'm not the kind of person who worries easily - but I also can't pretend
that this will get sorted out without taking some kind of action as
individuals or communities.

So I'm curious - is anybody mobilizing their coworking community to action
around these issues? Do you have members doing activism work that other
coworking communities can support?

-Alex

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Re: [Coworking] Re: Masters Thesis on Coworking

[Maureen Soules]

Nebill,
I'd be happy to share my research.. but it's still about a year out.  I'm
just starting to write the dissertation, so it's going to be a while before
it's defended and published. Good luck on your coworking space... I'm
currently looking to sign up at a local site myself!

Maureen


On Mon, Jun 26, 2017 at 2:57 PM, Nebill Abdullahi  wrote:

> Hi Vass,
>
> I would be very much interested in reading your paper too! As said earlier
> i am in the process of opening a coworking place in Switzerland and
> currently working on a thesis on the subject.
>
> We could even connect on Skype once i read ur paper to know more?
>
> Thanks again for ur kind help
> Nebill
>
> Le 26 juin 2017 5:59 PM, "Maureen Soules"  a écrit :
>
>> Great!  No rush.. just whenever you get a chance.  Thanks for the quick
>> response!
>>
>> Maureen
>>
>> On Mon, Jun 26, 2017 at 10:48 AM, Vass S.  wrote:
>>
>>> Hi,
>>>
>>> Sure, I have a copy on an old computer I'd have to boot it up, I also
>>> have the published book.
>>>
>>> -vass
>>>
>>> On Mon, Jun 26, 2017 at 7:38 AM, Maureen Soules 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 Hi Vass!  I also am very interested in your thesis!  I'm working on my
 PhD and using coworking sites as my sample group.  I'd love to read it if
 you'd be willing to share it!

 On Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at 8:31:00 PM UTC-5, Vass S. wrote:
>
> Hi EveryoneI'm working towards presenting my Masters Thesis and
> I'm collecting responses from people who have spent time in a coworking
> spot or plan to.  May I please request your help in filling out this quick
> 10 question multi choice survey?  It would really help me out a lot.
> Thanks so much!
>
> https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/7ZKH7B3
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[Coworking] Coworking Space Sponsored Products/Donations

[kenzi]

Hi all!

I run Ward4, a coworking space in Milwaukee, WI. I'm looking for ways to 
give more value to the community in the form of products and services. I've 
reached out to Water Joe, Soylent, LaCroix, KIND & Clif about them 
sponsoring products in my space. So far, Water Joe and Soylent are going to 
be providing free products for our members! Who else has suggestions on 
where to reach out about sponsored products?

Any companies that you know of that likes to get involved with coworking 
spaces in the form of product sponsorships/donations?

Looking forward to hearing your input!

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Re: [Coworking] Re: Masters Thesis on Coworking

[Nebill Abdullahi]

Hi Vass,

I would be very much interested in reading your paper too! As said earlier
i am in the process of opening a coworking place in Switzerland and
currently working on a thesis on the subject.

We could even connect on Skype once i read ur paper to know more?

Thanks again for ur kind help
Nebill

Le 26 juin 2017 5:59 PM, "Maureen Soules"  a écrit :

> Great!  No rush.. just whenever you get a chance.  Thanks for the quick
> response!
>
> Maureen
>
> On Mon, Jun 26, 2017 at 10:48 AM, Vass S.  wrote:
>
>> Hi,
>>
>> Sure, I have a copy on an old computer I'd have to boot it up, I also
>> have the published book.
>>
>> -vass
>>
>> On Mon, Jun 26, 2017 at 7:38 AM, Maureen Soules  wrote:
>>
>>> Hi Vass!  I also am very interested in your thesis!  I'm working on my
>>> PhD and using coworking sites as my sample group.  I'd love to read it if
>>> you'd be willing to share it!
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at 8:31:00 PM UTC-5, Vass S. wrote:

 Hi EveryoneI'm working towards presenting my Masters Thesis and I'm
 collecting responses from people who have spent time in a coworking spot or
 plan to.  May I please request your help in filling out this quick 10
 question multi choice survey?  It would really help me out a lot.  Thanks
 so much!

 https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/7ZKH7B3

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