Everything Coworking

371. How Tamara Payne Has Built a Community-Focused AND Profitable Coworking Space That Runs Without Her


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Tamara Payne is a multi-passionate, human-centered entrepreneur and a master connector...it makes sense that she ended up in coworking! Tamara owns Ensemble Coworking, along with a coaching business. This episode is full of gold nuggets on how she structures a team that allows her to work on the business, not in it, and how she has created a profitable business that is still community-first (check out her Google reviews!)

In this episode, Tamara shares:

  • The transition from a marketing business to launching a coworking space in Fort Worth and the challenges she faced.

  • Why a strong, community-focused culture is at the heart of Ensemble Coworking's success and how it impacts member retention.

  • The role of a visionary and integrator in a coworking business partnership and how to work through early-stage challenges.

  • How they leveraged organic marketing and word-of-mouth to grow their business and build a loyal community.

  • Insight into their diverse revenue streams, including meeting room rentals, virtual memberships, and dedicated desk options.

Tamara's journey proves that, with the right mindset and a community-first approach, a coworking space can thrive.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Q1 2025 Planning Session - Join us!

Tamara's LinkedIn profile

Ensemble Coworking website

Everything Coworking Featured Resources:

Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space

Community Manager University

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