[Coworking] Re: summer slowdown?

[AK]

Thanks everyone! --Keep the ideas flowing. Just had a person take a 
"hiatus" because he enjoys sitting on his deck and working on his laptop. 
Not much networking there, but its more scenic.

I like the STEM idea, but not sure about how to do this in a non-school 
setting. Seems to need alot of ramp up time, too.

Thus summer slowdown seems to be a real challenge for the small operator.

AL

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[Coworking] summer slowdown?

[AK]

Hi...we just opened 3 months ago and got off to a decent start, but now 
with Summer coming, I am seeing a drop off in interest and space use.  I'm 
looking for ideas to overcome this and grow this summer.

Is it common to see summer slowdown?  We're a small place, so having fewer 
people is noticable by others in the space and those who visit.  ( It may 
look like we are not doing well)  - Any advice is appreciated

Al

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[Coworking] Computer Monitors? --Should we offer them?

[AK]

I have a potential member asking about a second monitor so he can plug in 
his laptop and see a larger screen.  What is the consensus here?  is it 
common to have monitors at each desk or does anyone offer them on a rental 
basis?  And do you use desktop mounts or free standing?

Ideas welcome

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[Coworking] Re: Accepting mail --Approved by USPS... But..

[AK]

My post office continues to say there is no need for something in writing 
and, frankly, this makes me nervous.  What should I do?

But I do like the idea of giving everyone a suite # -- and yes for SEO 
(google search and rankings), it makes perfect sense.

Al



On Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at 3:35:40 PM UTC-5, Aloma Loren wrote:
>
> I would highly recommend insisting on something in writing. Going through 
> a situation where we set something up verbally and now have no proof of the 
> conversation and the post office is refusing to deliver our members mail. 
> Not a good situation to be in.
>
> On Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at 11:07:28 AM UTC-8, AK wrote:
>>
>> OK.. we filled out the form for the CMRA with the Post Office 2 months 
>> ago -- after many calls since then, they finally called to say I was 
>> approved.  I asked for a letter and they said it was not necessary.
>>
>> I know my tenants will need to fill out a form in order for us to accept 
>> their mail, but I found it odd that `1/it took 2 months ( our local 
>> postmaster was not familiar with the form...never saw one before mine--but 
>> our city does have a UPS store..hmm)--- and odd that I need no written 
>> approval.  ( I am concerned that this could backfire)
>>
>> Suggestions, comments are welcome.
>>
>> Thank you! 
>>
>

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Re: [Coworking] Internet Speed thoughts - also Comcast vs Verizon vs both

[AK]

Alex...what are your thoughts on a MESH network?  does this help with 
latency?  We are considering increasing our speed (currently at 25 dl / 4 
up) and thought maybe we should try a mesh network ( Ubiquiti  or Google or 
EERO) -

Thank you



On Saturday, March 9, 2019 at 1:50:15 PM UTC-6, Alex Hillman wrote:
>
> Your milage may vary a bit depending on what your members *do* (e.g. 
> videographers use much more bandwidth than, say, almost anybody else!). 
>
> My rule of thumb is to buy the best internet connection you can afford + a 
> failover if it's possible. The two things to never skimp on are bandwidth 
> and coffee.
>
> That said...
>
> Two things that aren't obvious about coworking Internet usage (and how 
> bandwidth is just a tiny part of the equation) until you've had hundreds 
> of people piping through a shared connection every day:
>
> *1) bandwidth is important, but latency is more important. *Without 
> getting super duper technical, latency is the speed that the network 
> responds, which is different from how fast files download. 
>
> MOST people spend a lot of their day clicking around the Internet, or 
> using internet connected apps. With some rare exceptions like game 
> developers and video editors, the files we move around in our daily work 
> are relatively small. Video and VOiP might seem like it uses a lot of 
> bandwidth, but overall it's quite small!
>
> The problems happen when the *latency* is bad - everyone feels it because 
> clicking to load a page, or refresh email, or live typing on Google docs 
> etc feels like it has a lag. Our network (internal wireless + gigabit 
> ethernet) used to have a Comcast Business connection of 50mb down/10mb and 
> always had more than enough bandwidth for 120+ people working hard every 
> day. And that includes streaming videos, music, etc. *Normal* usage, even 
> with 100+ people on the network, rarely peaks above 30-40 megs down and 
> normally idles well below 10mbps. 
>
> *Where things go haywire is when latency goes up.* This can happen in our 
> network because wifi coverage is interrupted, or because our internet 
> provider is having issues, or most often because someone on the network is 
> uploading a huge file (offsite backup like a Dropbox sync or uploading a 
> video to YouTube) and our ISP starts to throttle latency because it thinks 
> something is wrong. *This took is FOREVER to figure out!*
>
> We since switched to a much better local provider that gives us 250 
> down/150 up for a fraction of the cost, and our normal network latency 
> compared to comcast dropped by 70% (again, lower latency is better). It's a 
> rough experience to explain to people, and they don't care if it's latency 
> or speed they just want to work. So understanding that more speed without 
> an improvement in latency is important. 
>
> *2) the network itself is just as important as the Internet connection.*You 
> can check out my past post on speccing out a solid, reliable Unifi network 
>  for 
> a fraction of the price of anything else on the market. 
>
> As far as Comcast vs Verizon, I have had nothing but horrible horrible 
> horrible experiences with Comcast and will not ever give them a dime of my 
> money again. Verizon isn't a saintly corporation either, but I can't say 
> anything but good things about the FiOS service I have at my home and it 
> would perform perfectly at Indy Hall if I could get it there (which we 
> can't, sadly). 
>
> -Alex
>
> On Fri, Mar 8, 2019 at 7:36 PM Row House Cinema  > wrote:
>
>> Hello,
>>
>> Starting up a new co-working.  Expecting a capacity of 150 users (I'm 
>> sure not all would be there at once, but its possible).  I'm curious on 
>> what the standard internet speed and connection type for that would be... 
>> in your opinion, so I'm providing solid internet.
>>
>> Also, I only have a choice between Comcast or Verizon!  so much 
>> selection.  Thoughts on either, as I'm indifferent.
>>
>> Finally, how many people use both as a a redundant backup... or do the 
>> LTE backup boxes work well enough during outages.
>>
>> Thanks in advance.
>> Brian
>>
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[Coworking] Do you require Hot Desk users to schedule or walk-in?

[AK]

Wondering. Since we have limited space that we want to get maximum use out 
of, should we require our "hot desk" users to pre-schedule or at least 
call?  I hate to turn people away, but feel in order to accommodate, people 
should plan.

We are a small space owner and may not even open if people are not using it 
for the day.

Feedback welcome.

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[Coworking] Attn: Small CW spaces-- how fast is your internet?

[AK]

we currently are running ATT 24 DL / 3 UL  --  We only have space for 15 
people (UL video too at times), also an internet based phone service.   I 
can go crazy and get 150 DL or 75...but is it really necessary?

And now ATT offers fiber.  Can someone advise?  Thank you.

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[Coworking] WIFi --anyone using a MESH network?

[AK]

Hey everyone.  We need to beef up our WIFI and wondering if a MESH network 
is a good investment.

We only have room for 15 desks and currently we have junk ATT internet 
(about 25megs DL  and 10 up--ha!)--  looking at Comcast 75 DL  25 UL..I 
think that should help a bit, but will a Mesh network also?

Thank you!

Al

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[Coworking] tour scheduling

[AK]

Can Google Calendar be used effectively for people who want to schedule 
tours?  Currently, we are using Calendly and just considering other options.

By the way, does anyone know which program liquidspace uses for 
this?  
https://liquidspace.com/us/mi/big-rapids/bulldog-square-co-working-space?fbclid=IwAR0uLCg3JS30VkCX90_CY6yiyLSSBNzdiqQoYhr2vHMDJ6apdkj5LvV9W5I

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[Coworking] Re: We are setting up a podcast studio. Any advice?

[AK]

Hey there--- been wondering what audio interface is suggested?  We were 
using a mixer, but the idea of the different tracks is appealing. 
Thank you.


On Thursday, April 12, 2018 at 6:05:56 AM UTC-5, Trevor Twining wrote:
>
> Hey Craig,
>
> There's no easy options here, just trade-offs. So you're going to need to 
> understand your intended use more. 
>
> Our first studio fit in a rubbermaid box and cost less than 500 Canadian 
> dollars. We added things over time as people expressed interest. Now we 
> have mobile kit and a studio kit. We just make the room available to our 
> subscribers. No extra charge. First come, first served. Treating the room 
> also made it better suited to hosting and participating in webinars, 
> conferences, and video recording. So we also got a light kit, a green 
> screen, and now we're getting into more video work as well. 
>
> Add some versatility to your mic setup by going with the ATR 2100s. You'll 
> get a great-sounding mic that works in rooms with some noise, but can also 
> just plug into a computer using USB. This makes it easy for someone using 
> the studio solo to just hook up direct. 
> https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATR2100-USB-Cardioid-Dynamic-Microphone/dp/B004QJOZS4/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics=UTF8=1523530223=1-1=atr2100
>
> A mixer will make it easy for people just getting started to use the 
> audio, but you'll need an audio interface rather than a mixer if you want 
> each mic to be on a separate track. A mixer will take each of those tracks 
> and 'mix' it down to two stereo tracks, which then goes into the computer's 
> typical sound card. An audio interface takes each input and brings it 
> directly into the computer. This means you can enhance each track 
> independently. The trade-off is that it's more complicated to edit the 
> audio in some ways (more than we have time for here). The long and the 
> short of it is that producers will all have different expectations, and 
> you'll need to be ready to cater to them and explain how your setup works 
> so that they can decide if it's suitable. We found that people with 
> existing shows were already set in their ways about how they wanted their 
> setup to operate. One way we moved past that at first was we targeted 
> people who had no podcast experience and helped them get started. So our 
> gear was the first gear they used.
>
> Lastly, you're going to get more bang for your buck by spending some of 
> that budget on sound treating the room. How's that set up? 
>
>
> Happy to assist further if I'm able.
>
>
> On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 7:26:34 PM UTC-4, Craig Baute - Creative 
> Density Coworking wrote:
>>
>> I just had a coworking friend from Charlotte stop by and he mentioned how 
>> much their podcasting studio is adding energy to his space. So I talked 
>> around and I can feel some of the same excitment building in our community 
>> when I bring it up here.
>> So we are converting an interior office into a podcast studio. I want it 
>> to have professional equipment that is easy to use. This isn't going to be 
>> the highest end but good for business to make quality podcasts that sound 
>> great. We are doing this for a few reasons:
>>
>>
>>1. The community wants one - granted not many but three members would 
>>use it
>>2. Offices aren't exciting to me. 
>>3. Competition is high in Denver for offices so this interior one 
>>sits up 2 to 3 months out of the year and doesn't pull in much money, 
>> $500, 
>>even when it is rented.
>>4. It's new way to get people to create is fun and is a driver to 
>>building a community
>>5. Anytime you give your community a tool to create it builds an 
>>opportunity to bond over.
>>6. It should bring in revenue than the office. I'm hoping for 50% 
>>higher.
>>
>> I'm coming at this from a fairly naive perspective right now so I would 
>> love some feedback. Here is what I'm thinking. The podcasting studio will 
>> cost me around $700 in new furniture, purchased from IKEA. I'm looking into 
>> this equipment which will cost me about $1500.
>>
>> 4 of these mic set ups, 
>>
>> https://www.amazon.com/Rode-Procaster-Booming-Kit-cable/dp/B00D390QZO/ref=pd_sbs_267_5?_encoding=UTF8_rd_i=B00D390QZO_rd_r=DZAKK8A0ZPHPCEQ2QSS0_rd_w=mr88U_rd_wg=fpqG9=1=DZAKK8A0ZPHPCEQ2QSS0
>>
>> 4 channel mixer
>>
>> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EDRUQXC/?coliid=I9QYQX1O17AXM=PMLMWDDYP2ZY=0_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
>>
>> *Does anyone have any experience with a podcasting studio, things to try, 
>> pitfalls to avoid, etc?*
>>
>

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[Coworking] white noise or motivational sounds in space--anyone?

[AK]

Has anyone used background sounds like Brain.fm or others like these listed 
here?  
http://cleverupdate.com/lifestyle/best-white-noise-websites-to-boost-your-productivity/
in place of music in coworking spaces?

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[Coworking] SMALL SPACE OWNERS -- HELP!! How to make money in a small space ?

[AK]

Been doing a lot of research (reading, meeting, and talking) -- Also 
looking at build-out costs.  Nevertheless, we still are stuck with a small 
space ( about 800 ft open coworking and one 10x13 private space)

I had a designer tell me decorating, new furniture and space planning would 
run me  $17-20,000 (our place is clean and has fresh paint now) --

Based on rent of about $8 per table ( we think we can have 10 --without 
making it tight)-- $80 /day --$240 month... plus private office $400  
--that all seems too little. 

So To ALL of YOU with Small Space, how do you make it work?

Thank you, ALL!  If anyone has answers I know this is the forum to ask



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[Coworking] Re: Desktop privacy panels (let's disucss)

[AK]

My thought is for the desks which face each other in the hot desk section, 
not the dedicated section. Thus people would have some privacy in their 4 
desk (2 side by side and front to front) arrangement.

Would that be beneficial or detract from the open setting?

AL



On Thursday, January 3, 2019 at 2:19:56 PM UTC-6, AK wrote:
>
> As we build our plan, we are considering privacy for our flex desks --we 
> expect to have 4 48x24 tables in a group (fade to face) and considering 
> some privacy panels like these
>
> https://www.thehumansolution.com/acoustic-privacy-panels-for-desks-by-uplift-desk/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAjZLhBRCAARIsAFHWpbFLggzLNtxod6Q2j9d6uQa7mlf3wua8cGBw9JE-ysLseDt-cS0UJZQaAh3ZEALw_wcB
>   
>   or   
> https://www.versare.com/work-forts-desktop-privacy-panels.html?recrawl=Cj0KCQiAjZLhBRCAARIsAFHWpbEY18JvWQRIW-fXPVZTqBSVzbrkRgckz1pQfVmYrEEtJlDidgDvkLgaAkmSEALw_wcB
>
> Anyone using these types of items?   Do you feel there is a need or do the 
> diminish the 'open concept" ? 
>
> Thanks for all input
>
> Al
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>

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[Coworking] Desktop privacy panels (let's disucss)

[AK]

As we build our plan, we are considering privacy for our flex desks --we 
expect to have 4 48x24 tables in a group (fade to face) and considering 
some privacy panels like these
https://www.thehumansolution.com/acoustic-privacy-panels-for-desks-by-uplift-desk/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAjZLhBRCAARIsAFHWpbFLggzLNtxod6Q2j9d6uQa7mlf3wua8cGBw9JE-ysLseDt-cS0UJZQaAh3ZEALw_wcB
  
  or  
 
https://www.versare.com/work-forts-desktop-privacy-panels.html?recrawl=Cj0KCQiAjZLhBRCAARIsAFHWpbEY18JvWQRIW-fXPVZTqBSVzbrkRgckz1pQfVmYrEEtJlDidgDvkLgaAkmSEALw_wcB

Anyone using these types of items?   Do you feel there is a need or do the 
diminish the 'open concept" ? 

Thanks for all input

Al







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[Coworking] Re: Question for space owners: Do you offer member perks like AWS or gym discounts? Is your community taking advantage of them? (more in comments)

[AK]

I have been thinking about this as we plan our opening. We are in a 
suburban neighborhood and I would like to work with local shops go offer 
discounts to our members to get traffic in to them.  This community we are 
building has the opportunity to help other local businesses as well. No 
only those who are in our space.  I like what Aloma is saying.  -- 


On Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 11:25:01 AM UTC-6, Michael Williams wrote:
>
> This question boils down to a few key insights I'm trying to take away:
>
> 1. Is this an effective marketing tactic to both reduce member 
> attrition and increase marketability/differentiation?
> 2. Do members use these perks enough that any referral fees might be a 
> substantial second/third rev stream?
> 3. Is it worth it to pay for a service that provides a pre-negotiated 
> group of business and lifestyle perks?
>
> Cheers! 
>

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[Coworking] Re: Music in your coworking space?

[AK]

Has anyone used background sounds like Brain.fm or others like these listed 
here?  
http://cleverupdate.com/lifestyle/best-white-noise-websites-to-boost-your-productivity/
in place of music in coworking spaces?


On Wednesday, October 21, 2015 at 12:26:27 PM UTC-5, Kaylyn Gelata wrote:
>
> Hi all ! 
>
> I am getting mixed member opinions about music in the coworking space. 
> Some members LOVE it, and some find it "unprofessional" to have music on in 
> the background and use headphone to block it out. 
> Personally, I find it way too quiet without some music on in the 
> background, making it feel like a library... which we are not.
>
> Do you have music in your coworking space? 
>
> Has anyone else had this difference in opinions? If so, what did you do to 
> try to resolve it? 
>
> I know you can't please everyone.. I want to do what's best for the 
> majority! Thoughts?
>

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[Coworking] Re: Storage Lockers

[AK]

Let's revisit this in 2018/19 ---  As we build out (we have limited open 
space by the desks -- are resident members preferring a cabinet at 
their desk or are they ok with a wall of a few small lockers?  We wish to 
be prudent and not waste money or space on items that people do not use.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/living-room-storage-cabinet-small-office-locker-Small-office-safe-locker/372523383137?hash=item56bc1fb961:g:lO4AAOSwzDFcB0K5:rk:31:pf:0

Thanks!

Al


On Tuesday, November 9, 2010 at 9:48:25 AM UTC-6, Eli Malinsky wrote:
>
> Hey all 
>
> Can anyone recommend good lockable storage solutions for members' 
> files and equipment? We've previously had a custom locker system built 
> and we've also used Ikea's stuff, but we're looking for other ideas... 
> any vendors or specific products you could recommend would be great. 
>
> Thanks muchly 
>
> Eli Malinsky 
> Centre for Social Innovation

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[Coworking] Do we REALLY need to buy a dishwasher? -opinions please

[AK]

Small space about 10 desks and 2 offices.  Will hold about 20-25 max.  We 
are adding a small kitchen counter (microwave, sink, fridge and cabinets) 
--This is not a full kitchen and the area we are putting the counter in is 
small.

Thus, should we also add a dishwasher?  In the long run, it would require 
more electric installed and the cost of an extra small water tank and the 
actual dishwasher (quiet one).  

We do intend to hold events, but nothing major. 

Thank you!

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[Coworking] Re: Accepting mail --Approved by USPS... But..

[AK]

So...now that we can accept mail --how do we charge?  Do most of you 
include it in your monthly memberships?   I know people like having a real 
street address.
We're just getting our business started, so this could be an incentive for 
new members?

I am aware of services that offer mail forwarding, etc..but we can review 
that down the road.

We also do not intend to buy a bunch of steel boxes at this time, so a good 
method to sort and store is helpful.-- but only during business hours as we 
want to keep it locked up.

Advice appreciated.  Thank you!


On Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at 1:07:28 PM UTC-6, AK wrote:
>
> OK.. we filled out the form for the CMRA with the Post Office 2 months ago 
> -- after many calls since then, they finally called to say I was approved.  
> I asked for a letter and they said it was not necessary.
>
> I know my tenants will need to fill out a form in order for us to accept 
> their mail, but I found it odd that `1/it took 2 months ( our local 
> postmaster was not familiar with the form...never saw one before mine--but 
> our city does have a UPS store..hmm)--- and odd that I need no written 
> approval.  ( I am concerned that this could backfire)
>
> Suggestions, comments are welcome.
>
> Thank you! 
>

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[Coworking] Re: I hate a morgue feel (need a space with life)

[AK]

One of the MAJOR draws to me for opening a space is HUMAN contact. I am the 
type of person inspired by others and motivated when around more people. 
The thought of working in a place void of this is a killer to my plan.  
Therefore, for me, having a good mix of people in our space is important. 
Not all computer facing people and techies.

Al



On Thursday, November 29, 2018 at 11:04:40 AM UTC-6, AK wrote:
>
> As we embark further on our plans to create a coworking space. I have to 
> explain something. One of my hopes is energy within.  I sure don't want 
> someplace where there is only library quiet.  Am I out of line?  I enjoy 
> banter and a feel where people enjoy where they are and with whom they are 
> around.
>
> So...how quiet is a coworking space expecting to be?  I am not professing 
> it to be a loud frat house...but do people frown on others who engage in 
> lively conversation within the open space?
>
> In your mind--what is the perfect decorum?
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[Coworking] I hate a morgue feel (need a space with life)

[AK]

As we embark further on our plans to create a coworking space. I have to 
explain something. One of my hopes is energy within.  I sure don't want 
someplace where there is only library quiet.  Am I out of line?  I enjoy 
banter and a feel where people enjoy where they are and with whom they are 
around.

So...how quiet is a coworking space expecting to be?  I am not professing 
it to be a loud frat house...but do people frown on others who engage in 
lively conversation within the open space?

In your mind--what is the perfect decorum?

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[Coworking] Re: Accepting mail --Approved by USPS... But..

[AK]

Yea--- so much for me trying to "play by the rules" --  I just did not want 
to be shut down or have my clients mail trashed.


On Thursday, November 29, 2018 at 6:23:46 AM UTC-6, Jana Greer wrote:
>
> From the experience I had, the CMRA complicated things and the post office 
> doesn’t know what to do. Operated years without it and then questioned if 
> we needed it and we were told to not open that can of worms 路‍♀️ 
>
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[Coworking] Re: A new "well working" space in France !

[AK]

Saw that you just launched. Best wishes to you!


On Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 3:45:54 AM UTC-6, Robin Rolland wrote:
>
> Hello everybody, 
>
> I am Robin ROLLAND, I have worked in a lot of company in my life, What I 
> can say is that the well-being is rarely in the center of interest at work !
>
> From that problem, we have launched a new coworking space in Lyon, the 
> second biggest city in France. Our idea is to make a very comfortable and a 
> practical area.
> We have installed vertically-adjustable desk in every working area, a 
> comfy space to rest or sleep !  
>
> If you want to know more about our way of seing the well-being at work, 
> just send us message !
> Have a look at our website : https://18coworking.com/
>
> See you soon :)
>

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Re: [Coworking] Re: Accepting mail --Approved by USPS... But..

[AK]

Thanks Alex..yes I spoke with her many times --she just says her boss is 
overwhelmed


On Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at 2:35:23 PM UTC-6, Alex Hillman wrote:
>
> Big +1 for talking to your local mail carriers. 
>
> Ours has helped us through all sorts of confusion with mail and 
> appreciates that we think of him rather than going to the main office who 
> doesn't always really understand the nuances of his route. 
>
> -Alex
>
>
> --
> *The #1 mistake in community building is doing it by yourself.*
> Better Coworkers: http://indyhall.org
> Weekly Coworking Tips: http://coworkingweekly.com
> My Audiobook: https://theindyhallway.com/ten
>
>
> On Wed, Nov 28, 2018 at 3:31 PM,  > wrote:
>
>> Talk to your regular mail carrier.
>>
>> When I took the CMRA forms to our local post office, they had never seen 
>> the form either and looked at me like I was crazy. But he signed and sealed 
>> it and gave me a copy even though he wasn't sure if I needed it or not.
>>
>> Then we talked to our mailman. Our regular carrier said he didn't care 
>> who it was addressed to as long as it had our suite number and indicated 
>> he'd prefer not to have PMB #'s added.
>>
>> We only have a few members using our address right now, but neither the 
>> USPS, UPS, or FedEx delivery people have seemed to mind delivering items 
>> addressed to our members.
>>
>> Kiri
>>
>>
>> On Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at 2:07:28 PM UTC-5, AK wrote:
>>>
>>> OK.. we filled out the form for the CMRA with the Post Office 2 months 
>>> ago -- after many calls since then, they finally called to say I was 
>>> approved.  I asked for a letter and they said it was not necessary.
>>>
>>> I know my tenants will need to fill out a form in order for us to accept 
>>> their mail, but I found it odd that `1/it took 2 months ( our local 
>>> postmaster was not familiar with the form...never saw one before mine--but 
>>> our city does have a UPS store..hmm)--- and odd that I need no written 
>>> approval.  ( I am concerned that this could backfire)
>>>
>>> Suggestions, comments are welcome.
>>>
>>> Thank you! 
>>>
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[Coworking] Re: Accepting mail --Approved by USPS... But..

[AK]

Signed and sealed?She said she has no reason to sign anything...would I 
be pushing too hard?  Truth is we get mail delivered in error all the 
time--service is sloppy --
so I'm thinking I should just run with it



On Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at 2:32:20 PM UTC-6, 
ki...@cocreatelexington.com wrote:
>
> Talk to your regular mail carrier.
>
> When I took the CMRA forms to our local post office, they had never seen 
> the form either and looked at me like I was crazy. But he signed and sealed 
> it and gave me a copy even though he wasn't sure if I needed it or not.
>
> Then we talked to our mailman. Our regular carrier said he didn't care who 
> it was addressed to as long as it had our suite number and indicated he'd 
> prefer not to have PMB #'s added.
>
> We only have a few members using our address right now, but neither the 
> USPS, UPS, or FedEx delivery people have seemed to mind delivering items 
> addressed to our members.
>
> Kiri
>
>
> On Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at 2:07:28 PM UTC-5, AK wrote:
>>
>> OK.. we filled out the form for the CMRA with the Post Office 2 months 
>> ago -- after many calls since then, they finally called to say I was 
>> approved.  I asked for a letter and they said it was not necessary.
>>
>> I know my tenants will need to fill out a form in order for us to accept 
>> their mail, but I found it odd that `1/it took 2 months ( our local 
>> postmaster was not familiar with the form...never saw one before mine--but 
>> our city does have a UPS store..hmm)--- and odd that I need no written 
>> approval.  ( I am concerned that this could backfire)
>>
>> Suggestions, comments are welcome.
>>
>> Thank you! 
>>
>

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[Coworking] Accepting mail --Approved by USPS... But..

[AK]

OK.. we filled out the form for the CMRA with the Post Office 2 months ago 
-- after many calls since then, they finally called to say I was approved.  
I asked for a letter and they said it was not necessary.

I know my tenants will need to fill out a form in order for us to accept 
their mail, but I found it odd that `1/it took 2 months ( our local 
postmaster was not familiar with the form...never saw one before mine--but 
our city does have a UPS store..hmm)--- and odd that I need no written 
approval.  ( I am concerned that this could backfire)

Suggestions, comments are welcome.

Thank you! 

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Re: [Coworking] When a member moves in :( How to deal with a member who is living in their office.

[AK]

This is such a crummy situation --for you and your good tenants.  I guess 
he took 24/7 too literally. Nevertheless, you own the building and hold the 
cards. Go into his space ANYTIME you need to.  I do that with my clients. A 
simple knock on the door and I know if it's a good time or not.  At this 
point, he KNOWS you are wanting him out. Just be careful that nothing gets 
ruined.

Best wishes!

Al

On Monday, November 26, 2018 at 2:48:35 PM UTC-6, Aloma Loren wrote:
>
> This person is ALWAYS in there! Day and night. We were hoping to check on 
> the space over the holiday weekend when usually no one is here but the 
> office was occupied. Member X shouted in in the space at my office manager 
> that we weren't giving them the same courtesy as other members because she 
> was trying to explain that we need to be able to show the office. 
> I saw Member X in the hallway this morning and said we need to talk and 
> they walked past me and went into their office saying something about how 
> they'll be out today or tomorrow.
>
> On Monday, November 26, 2018 at 12:37:26 PM UTC-8, AK wrote:
>>
>> This is such a bad situation for everyone…but your responsibility is with 
>> 1/ the business 2/the tenants who do good care of your business.
>>
>>  
>>
>> I have to wonder. Why do you not know the condition of his space?  Do you 
>> not have  a key and have the right?  You seem concerned that he has to be 
>> there for you to show the space.  That is not, in my opinion, how it should 
>> be.
>>
>>  
>>
>> Al
>>
>>  
>>
>>  
>>
>> *From:* cowo...@googlegroups.com [mailto:cowo...@googlegroups.com] *On 
>> Behalf Of *Aloma Loren
>> *Sent:* Monday, November 26, 2018 12:25 PM
>> *To:* Coworking
>> *Subject:* [Coworking] When a member moves in :( How to deal with a 
>> member who is living in their office.
>>
>>  
>>
>> We have a member, we'll call this member X.
>>
>>  
>>
>> X moved into a private office a couple months ago. 
>>
>> X gave 30 days notice that they will be out by the end of November, 
>> however, they want to continue their membership as a Flex Desk member so 
>> would still have 24/7 access to the space.
>>
>>  
>>
>> It is clear from our security cameras X is here 24/7. Walks around the 
>> space in their socks, is always in the same clothes, looks like they don't 
>> shower... Hung a towel over the inside of the door to block any little 
>> space between the blinds. 
>>
>> The other night the cameras showed the police here at 4:30am walking 
>> through the space with flashlights. X says they had a friend in here that 
>> got violent and they had to call the police.
>>
>>  
>>
>> X refuses to let us show the office to new members. They claim they are 
>> on the phone and busy all day. They literally slammed the door in my office 
>> manager's face when she was trying to talk to her very kindly about this.
>>
>>  
>>
>> Anyone dealt with this kind of situation before?
>>
>>  
>>
>> I can handle not showing the office. I have a feeling it would not show 
>> well anyway.
>>
>> I do not feel comfortable with X still having access to the space after 
>> they move out of their office. 
>>
>> Have you had to cancel a membership/refuse someone before?
>>
>> How do you word it?
>>
>>  
>>
>> Any advice or just sharing of stories welcome.
>>
>>  
>>
>>  
>>
>>  
>>
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[Coworking] Re: No room for a kitchen--what do I do?

[AK]

Attached is our current space allocation. There is a wall adjoining the 
bathroom sink wall. Thus plumbing is not a problem for the kitchette.  We 
do have space just outside the bathroom which could be a space to 
congregate...but who would really want to that...there?  Not sure what to 
with that area --more ideas welcome., 

Al


On Monday, November 19, 2018 at 3:36:00 PM UTC-6, AK wrote:
>
> Our space is small (under 1500 ft )  so we are thinking of foregoing a 
> kitchen and having a counter with a sink and small under counter fridge.  
>
> I seek ideas and photo of other spaces who have a similar situation ( no 
> full kitchen)
>
> Thoughts on the whole idea are welcome.
>
> Thank you.
>

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[Coworking] No room for a kitchen--what do I do?

[AK]

Our space is small (under 1500 ft )  so we are thinking of foregoing a 
kitchen and having a counter with a sink and small under counter fridge.  

I seek ideas and photo of other spaces who have a similar situation ( no 
full kitchen)

Thoughts on the whole idea are welcome.

Thank you.

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[Coworking] Zoning concerns

[AK]

We own a two-story building in small downtown central business district. We 
currently operate a media company on the first floor in this space which we 
want to continue using but also create a co-working space. The town wants 
to limit "offices" to the 2nd floor and thus the coworking idea may be a 
hard sell.

Is anyone on the first floor of a central downtown business district?  Did 
your city have any concerns?  I could use some "selling tips" to convince 
the village to consider this concept and not see this as a "change of use"

All ideas...and encouragement welcome.  

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[Coworking] Re: office space vs open space--what is a good percentage today?

[AK]

Attached is our current layout

On Monday, October 29, 2018 at 10:55:55 AM UTC-5, AK wrote:
>
> We are in an office space (about 1500 sq ft) that we are considering 
> changing to coworking. Currently, we have 4 offices (we occupy one and one 
> could be for a meeting room), thus we have 2 rentable offices, a lobby and 
> open space. The open space accounts for about 50 % and each office is about 
> 10x13.
>
>
> Is this a good percentage?  Looking for ideas.  Thank you.
>

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[Coworking] office space vs open space--what is a good percentage today?

[AK]

We are in an office space (about 1500 sq ft) that we are considering 
changing to coworking. Currently, we have 4 offices (we occupy one and one 
could be for a meeting room), thus we have 2 rentable offices, a lobby and 
open space. The open space accounts for about 50 % and each office is about 
10x13.


Is this a good percentage?  Looking for ideas.  Thank you.

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[Coworking] Re: Ideas for flexible mail delivery?

[AK]

Hi everyone--time to get serious about mail delivery.  I wonder how 
critical it is to have USPS approved locking mailboxes.  I have applied 
for  CMRA status and my local PO has no clue what to do - I even printed 
out the form for them.  This really took me by surprise since we're in a 
suburban location, not in the country so there is alot of businesses out 
here

Nevertheless, I want to be approved and wonder if those of you who collect 
mail for members or just "virtual" actually have locked mailboxes for 
them.  Thoughts?  I will not but the boxes until approved.

Al



On Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 1:55:11 PM UTC-6, Megan Holcomb wrote:
>
> Hi All,
>
> I am exploring options for a flexible mail delivery system. Currently we 
> have small, square, stacked mailboxes with member names on labels 
> (alphabetized). We sort the mail ourselves into the member's mailbox and 
> they (members) are responsible for checking their box. But every time we 
> get a new member the labels have to be shifted. Some members have 
> overflowing mail or rarely check their box. Often mail arrives for 
> past/non-members. For reference we have between 100-200 members.
>
> Maybe there are some creative mail management solutions out there?! New to 
> this google group so thought Id ask. Haven't seen it in previous topic 
> threads.
>
> Thanks!
>
>

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[Coworking] Re: Questions about locations, finding a community, etc (West Chicago Suburbs)

[AK]

Mike--what became of your idea?  Still want in?   contact me


On Wednesday, July 6, 2011 at 11:10:20 AM UTC-5, Mike Marusin wrote:
>
> Just stumbled upon this discussion two years later as I have been thinking 
> about the same thing. I think a co-working space in the Naperville area 
> would be a huge benefit to the community and would love to help with 
> getting something started. I'm a telecommuter and know many others in the 
> area. Anyone (still) interested in something like this in the Western 
> Suburbs of Chicago. 
>
> I always thought that something at 5th Ave. Station in Naperville would be 
> ideal. Right next to public transportation, cool architecture (loft / old 
> warehouse), etc.
>
> What do you think? Let's try to figure something out! How do we do this! ;)
>
> Thanks,
> Mike Marusin
>

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[Coworking] Re: Coworking Business Plan

[AK]

This discussion is very important to me. We own our space (2 story office 
building--2800 sq ft, plus functional basement) -- two tenants including us 
intend to keep some of the space. My concern is the viability of the 
location, need, and interest in doing a co-op space in our neighborhood.

How does someone actually do the research?

Al



On Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at 10:09:15 AM UTC-5, Gadei Cristina wrote:
>
> Hello,
>
> I'm working on a business plan in order to open a coworking space. Do you 
> have any tips & tricks for me?
> It would help me if you have a model business plan.
>
> Thank you!
>

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[Coworking] Re: We are setting up a podcast studio. Any advice?

[AK]

We'll be adding a Podcast / Vidcast studio  to our space and looking for 
ideas  We have a low basement ceiling  6.5 ft.  So we cant really do 
standing shots.   What size should our studio be?  We think we can mount 
cameras to the ceiling and/or on the table.  But I seek ideas from 
the experts hereo. will 9 x 15 work?

 

On Thursday, April 19, 2018 at 12:24:15 PM UTC-5, Michael Gudger wrote:
>
> Hello, one of our clients at Peachtree Offices in Atlanta 
>  runs a podcast studio out of his 
> office. It is a professional studio & they use the SM58 Cardioid Dynamic 
> Microphone.  
>
> Thanks,
> Michael Gudger
>
> On Monday, April 9, 2018 at 7:26:34 PM UTC-4, Craig Baute - Creative 
> Density Coworking wrote:
>>
>> I just had a coworking friend from Charlotte stop by and he mentioned how 
>> much their podcasting studio is adding energy to his space. So I talked 
>> around and I can feel some of the same excitment building in our community 
>> when I bring it up here.
>> So we are converting an interior office into a podcast studio. I want it 
>> to have professional equipment that is easy to use. This isn't going to be 
>> the highest end but good for business to make quality podcasts that sound 
>> great. We are doing this for a few reasons:
>>
>>
>>1. The community wants one - granted not many but three members would 
>>use it
>>2. Offices aren't exciting to me. 
>>3. Competition is high in Denver for offices so this interior one 
>>sits up 2 to 3 months out of the year and doesn't pull in much money, 
>> $500, 
>>even when it is rented.
>>4. It's new way to get people to create is fun and is a driver to 
>>building a community
>>5. Anytime you give your community a tool to create it builds an 
>>opportunity to bond over.
>>6. It should bring in revenue than the office. I'm hoping for 50% 
>>higher.
>>
>> I'm coming at this from a fairly naive perspective right now so I would 
>> love some feedback. Here is what I'm thinking. The podcasting studio will 
>> cost me around $700 in new furniture, purchased from IKEA. I'm looking into 
>> this equipment which will cost me about $1500.
>>
>> 4 of these mic set ups, 
>>
>> https://www.amazon.com/Rode-Procaster-Booming-Kit-cable/dp/B00D390QZO/ref=pd_sbs_267_5?_encoding=UTF8_rd_i=B00D390QZO_rd_r=DZAKK8A0ZPHPCEQ2QSS0_rd_w=mr88U_rd_wg=fpqG9=1=DZAKK8A0ZPHPCEQ2QSS0
>>
>> 4 channel mixer
>>
>> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EDRUQXC/?coliid=I9QYQX1O17AXM=PMLMWDDYP2ZY=0_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
>>
>> *Does anyone have any experience with a podcasting studio, things to try, 
>> pitfalls to avoid, etc?*
>>
>

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[Coworking] Private Offices

[AK]

Hello...getting our plans together. We have existing space with 
offices that are 10x13. Should we cut these down some to maximize the 
overall space? Our floor is only 1100 sq ft.
Build out ideas are most welcome.

Thank you.

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