13 Benefits of Using a Coworking Space Like Ours

If you’re not familiar with coworking or flexible office spaces, what you need to know is that you’re sharing an office environment with folks from different companies — from freelancers to remote workers to entrepreneurs. Here are the top benefits of coworking:

‍1. Cost-effective: Renting a traditional office space entails also paying for furniture, decor, supplies, and of course ALL of your own utilities. Plus, the coworking office will likely have a receptionist so you don’t have to pay for your own employees, either.

2. Collaboration: When you join a coworking space, you get to meet new people. New colleagues means the opportunity to find collaborators and networking opportunities. At BIZ CUBE, we have a built-in network of business advisors from a variety of industries and backgrounds that you can rub elbows with.

3. Flexibility: Coworking spaces often offer flexible leasing options, allowing you to rent a space for a few hours, a few days, or longer. In fact, coworking offices are built around the idea of flexible lease terms and shared amenities. So no long term out-of-pocket expenses! At BIZ CUBE we offer several types of memberships with NO long term contract options. Choose month-to-month or save money with a term agreement of between 3 to 12 months.

4. Productivity: At BIZ CUBE, we have several members who work here because our space is quiet and distraction-free. Need a day to knuckle down and focus on that presentation? Just need to get away from all the kids? Everyone who uses the hot desks tells us they get SO much work done when they’re here.

5. Community: At BIZ CUBE, we believe we are more than just a space, we’re a community. And we make sure to offer plenty of opportunities for members and non-members alike from the business community to come together, network, and collaborate. Check out our Events Calendar for the latest opportunities to meet your small business neighbors.

6. Amenities: Working away from home doesn’t have to mean a less than convenient day. In addition to our creatively decorated spaces, we offer large screen monitors at our hot desks so you don’t have suffer the small screen of your laptop. Just plug in and go. We also have 3 fabulous laser printers that can make copies, scan and of course print your documents. We have a fully stocked kitchen complete with complimentary snacks, coffee, tea, and water. And we have a private conference room that overlooks the Clackamas River. All that and free parking, too!

7. Professional Space: When you need to meet a client or have your team come together for some training or brainstorming, it’s nice to have a location that’s easy to find and offers a professional atmosphere. We have a few comfy chairs in our reception area for your guests (if you aren’t here when they arrive), and our front desk team member is always here to greet everyone.

8. Mailbox options: If you need a professional address to receive mail and register with government entities, BIZ CUBE can help. We offer two options for Virtual Office members: mailbox with a key (you pick up your own mail), OR we can open, scan, and email the contents of your mail to you. No extra charges! No more waiting for the front desk team to assist you with your mail.

9. Registered Agent: Most coworking spaces do not offer registered agent services, but BIZ CUBE is different. You can choose this option as a stand alone service for just $35/year; or, it’s included free with any of our membership levels. We’ll even help you with the paperwork.

10. High speed, secure Wi-Fi: Why work at a coffee shop with an unsecured internet connection when you can enjoy wi-fi that’s protected by a firewall? In fact, we have two firewalls: one provided by the service provider (Xfinity), and one privately installed by our tech support team.

11. Tech Support: Speaking of tech support, we have a wide range of business advisors from insurance agents, attorneys, marketing, and yes, IT professionals that we’d be happy to refer to you, if we can’t assist you ourselves.

12. Admin Support: Need help with a small project? Our team is happy to help you with anything from data entry to research. We do charge a small hourly fee, but you get top notch assistant when you need it without having to hire an employee.

13. Mental Well Being: In addition to giving you a distraction-free zone to focus, utilizing a coworking space for your office helps you define the boundaries between home and work. BIZ CUBE operates within regular business hours, which gives you a natural cue to end your workday. Stepping out of the house to work allows you to separate your work life, creating a routine and adding structure to your day. The mental toll of constantly being in a ‘work mode’ at home can lead to burnout, reduced quality of life, and strained relationships with family members. And when you blur the boundaries between work and personal life, both can suffer. BIZ CUBE provides you with the necessary boundaries so you can live a more balanced life.