Coworking Europe Podcast

Recording of the panel held in Sofia on November 2024, at the Coworking Europe 2024 conference, entitled "What hospitality industries can teach coworking and how can coworking become part of the family?" Coworking is about people and care, not just about the facility. Hotels and restaurants have centuries of experience in hosting, and coworking operators are increasingly seeking staff with hospitality experience. Why is this, and what can coworking learn from the hospitality industry? What does hospitality truly mean, and how can it be applied to the workspace environment? What does a smile represent? How can we cultivate behaviors focused on personal service and care? How do we anticipate the needs of our clients? When recruiting, how can we identify the right skills? What level of service is appropriate to match the promised value for money? This panel, composed of experienced professionals who have worked in both hospitality and coworking, will help us explore the similarities and key insights that can transform flexible workspaces into places of genuine experience and personal satisfaction. Panelists : Patrick Aström (Helio Coworking), Kristelina Staykova (Entract127), Maria Piovano (The Social Hub), Elena Monserrate (Uncommon)

Coworking spaces in France are proliferating rapidly, particularly in regions with dynamic real estate markets characterized by high transaction volumes and a robust infrastructure of real estate services. This trend is extensively analyzed in the "8ème édition du Baromètre Arthur Loyd," which reveals that areas like Gironde, Rhône, and Bouches-du-Rhône are hotspots for coworking growth due to their mature tertiary real estate markets. These regions benefit from the presence of a diverse professional community and high levels of commercial real estate activities, which provide the necessary environment for coworking spaces to thrive. The demand for these flexible workspaces is increasingly driven by companies and employees seeking adaptable work arrangements, highlighting a shift towards more dynamic work environments that cater to both individual and corporate needs. In metropolitan areas where demand for office space is high, coworking spaces offer a practical solution by providing flexible leasing terms and a community environment that appeals to modern workers and companies.

This AI generated podcast summarize the Study “Längerfristige Auswirkungen von New Work auf die Mobilität der Menschen in Bayern”, published via the Bavarian Business Association at vbw-bayern.de and in PDF format. The findings suggest a cautious approach among Bavarian businesses when it comes to integrating coworking into formal hybrid work policies. This hesitancy contrasts with trends in other European markets, where coworking is increasingly being recognized as a bridge between office and remote work — especially in secondary cities or for decentralized teams. It also emphasize on the fact that despite the rise of hybrid work, coworking remains a fringe option among Bavarian companies, with only 3% offering access to coworking spaces as part of their flexible work policies.

Coworking is a hospitality business where human service and interaction remain a key part of the value provided to the member How to determine the perfect job description in 2023? – What are the functions to be covered? – Is multi-tasking the golden criterion to emphasize or should one move away from it? – What are the soft skills that should be given the highest priority in 2023? How to deal with the departure of key people to whom the community is attached and who embodies the space culture? – Should hospitality and sales responsibilities be assigned to the same individuals? If not, why and how to deal with it? – Can one remotely manage coworking operations? – In what ways can coworking operators attract and retain talent? – How are operators implementing internal mobility programs to enhance the skills of their teams? – Is part-time employment a viable option? Is it advisable to hire talent from within the local communities? All those questions and more will be addressed by best-in-class operators who will share their experience and tips. Naiara Chaler (Attico) Benjamin Nick (Unicorn), Alexandra Livesey (Clockwise), Jamie Apostolou (Second Home). Moderated by Suzanne Murdock, Co-Founder The Hub Newry

A focus on how to create a successfully merged entity looking at strategies, best practices, and considerations for successfully merging between coworking operators, including navigating cultural differences, operational integration, member retention, branding, legal and financial considerations, leadership, and lessons learned. Recorded at Coworking Europe 2023, in Porto. Joao Simoes (IDEA Spaces), Thom Wernke (StartDock).