Across the world, more people are using co-working spaces than ever before. Where and how people work has greatly changed over the past few years.

With more people providing services on a contractual basis, there is a growing number of people generating income as freelancers. In fact, it is estimated that there are 53 million people in America who derive their revenue as freelancers. It is believed that by the end of 2020, nearly 50% of the American workforce will be working remotely. This fits in perfectly with balancing work, family and health, as well as the new generation of workers (Millennials and Gen Z) who believe that working hours should be flexible and workplaces mobile.

Co-working spaces are suitable for anyone looking to arrive with a laptop, switch on and get working. While everyone can benefit from these spaces, there are a few people who especially benefit.

Who Uses Co-Working Spaces?

Some of the people who benefit the most from co-working spaces include the following:

Freelancers

Shared workspaces create a great sense of community for freelancers who might be feeling isolated by working from home or tired of working from a coffee shop. It gives you the flexibility to choose your work hours and your own work schedule without being isolated.

Start-Ups

There are no high costs, and flexible pricing structures mean that start-ups don’t have to sign into long-term financial commitments. It also gives an opportunity for small teams to interact with people in the space. Some may be able to give advice or simply guide start-ups. Sometimes the start-ups may even find funders among other members of the space.

Small Teams

Often small teams need to be together for a few days a week, and for this, they are not looking for long-term rentals or all the expenses that go with running an office like buying furniture, cleaning staff, internet connectivity, and other costs. Having a flexible membership means that these teams only pay for the time they use the office, and everything is included in the fee, making budgeting simple and risks minimal.

Executives

Remote working is a reality for many. Often, executives remote work for a certain period of the week or month. It is great to have a private office space, where you have an office away from an office. It gives you enough privacy to carry out important calls and get work done, with all the amenities such as printing and boardrooms.

As the space provider looks after the running of the office, and members have access to various other facilities, co-working spaces offer a valuable option for every type of worker.