A very special coworking

By Fanny Marcoux

What sets your coworking space apart?

Each one is different. They all have their own awesomeness, their own little something special.

Each month, I interview one coworking manag

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The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.

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July 07, 2025Ep 34 – We're all creating this together – with Tony Bacigalupo from New Work Cities
In this interview, we talk about:

Tony and his community, New Work Cities
how the coworking movement started around 2005
why you should show off with events, and not sell your space

00:00 – Hi!
01:34 – Early Days of Coworking
03:43 – Discovering the Coworking Movement
06:46 – Building a Coworking Community
09:51 – Global Coworking Connections
15:07 – Explaining Coworking to Newcomers
17:36 – The Challenge of Competition in Coworking
18:14 – Shifting the Message: From Workspace to Community
18:39 – Creating Authentic Experiences
18:58 – Balancing Business and Community
21:20 – From Managing Spaces to Consulting
22:38 – The Role of Coworking in Civic Participation
23:57 – Exploring Coliving and Community Spaces
28:02 – Bye!

Speakers

Tony Bacigalupo

Tony has been working in the coworking industry since 2007. It first started in a living room in NYC, then he ended up managing his own, and now he helps others do the same.

New Work Cities is a community for coworking owners to help them plan, launch, and run their space in the best possible way. They offer a toolkit of resources, group video coaching calls, online discussion groups, and much more.

Reach out to Tony on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonybacigalupo/

Check his community, New Work Cities, on their website:
https://nwc.co/3/

Check the coworking movement website:
https://coworking.com/

Fanny Marcoux

I’m your host and passionate about coworking, remote working, nomading, freelancing, and marketing. Many -ing in there.

During the day, I help ecommerce managers manage their Google Analytics and optimize for conversions.

I also post every day on LinkedIn, where you can follow me at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannymarcoux/
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June 02, 2025Ep 33 – Remote Work Became the New Norm – with Jean-Baptiste Pimenta de Miranda from FLYDESK
In this interview, we talk about:

Jean-Baptiste, his community, FLYDESK
why hybrid is the future of work
how to help coworking clients manage their seats

00:00 Hi!
01:21 Evolution into Hybrid Workplace Management
02:36 Flexible Work Arrangements: A Personal Journey
03:54 The Impact of COVID-19 on Remote Work
06:02 Building a Network of Coworking Spaces
07:17 Challenges and Realizations in Coworking
08:58 Developing Fly Desk's Software
12:56 Hybrid Work: The New Norm
17:05 Benefits of Flexible Work for Companies
20:06 Remote First: A Business Strategy
21:32 Future Plans for Fly Desk
25:09 Bye!

Speakers

Jean-Baptiste Pimenta de Miranda

Jean-Baptiste a multi-passionate entrepreneur. He’s been working remotely for many years and share this passion first with FLYDESK and now with MoonWork.

FLYDESK helps businesses find a new balance with hybrid workplace arrangements. It offers an online network of coworking spaces and a tool to manage their distributed office seats.

Check his community, FLYDESK, on their website:
https://flydesk.com/

Fanny Marcoux

I’m your host and passionate about coworking, remote working, nomading, freelancing, and marketing. Many -ing in there.

During the day, I help ecommerce managers manage their Google Analytics and optimize for conversions.

I also post every day on LinkedIn, where you can follow me at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannymarcoux/
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27min
May 05, 2025Ep 32 – We're A Vibe, Not Just a Work Space – with Manon Berthault from Voisins
In this interview, we talk about:

Manon, her space, Voisins
going from the hospitality industry to coworking spaces
how to keep a human touch in a technological world

00:00 Hi!
01:08 Manon's Journey into Coworking
03:01 Joining Voisins and Creating a Role
07:50 Evolution of Voisins Coffee Shops
10:17 Managing Multiple Spaces and Teams
14:37 Managing the Team and Future Plans
15:33 Consulting and Real Estate Strategies
18:17 Transforming Old Buildings
19:57 Supporting Entrepreneurs and Community
21:39 The Future of Work and Technology
25:26 Bye!

Speakers

Manon Berthault

Manon worked for 10 years in the hospitality industry in the US, Asia and Europe, and is now the co-director of Voisins in Switzerland.

Voisins means ‘neighbour’ in France. It provides everything you might need in your neighbourhood -- creativity, innovation, wellness, culture. It’s made up of 6 spaces spread over Genève and Neufchâtel.

Check her space, Voisins, on their website:
http://www.voisins.ch/

Fanny Marcoux

I’m your host and passionate about coworking, remote working, nomading, freelancing, and marketing. Many -ing in there.

During the day, I help ecommerce managers manage their Google Analytics and optimize for conversions.

I also post every day on LinkedIn, where you can follow me at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannymarcoux/
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27min
April 07, 2025Ep 31 – A community manager is a matchmaker – with Yuta Aoki from BIRTH LAB and JCCO
In this interview, we talk about:

Yuta, his space, BIRTH LAB, and community, Japan Coworking space and Community manager Organization (JCCO)
The true purpose of coworking
Why most spaces aren’t profitable

00:00 – Hi!
00:53 – Yuta Aoki's Diverse Roles
02:03 – Discovering Coworking
03:52 – Challenges and Growth in Coworking
06:29 – Impact of COVID-19 on Coworking
08:16 – Community and Events
10:36 – Partnerships and Local Connections
18:51 – Future Plans and Ecosystem Building
24:08 – Silent Coworking Spaces
25:29 – Bye!

Speakers

Yuta Aoki

Since the earthquake that hit Japan in 2011, Yuta has been obsessed with communities. He’s now the managing director of a coworking space, BIRTH LAB, and the founder of the Japan Coworking space and Community manager Organization (JCCO).

BIRTH LAB is your typical coworking experience alongside event spaces and a studio. It’s part of the birth brand which also offers offices, housing, bike parking, and partnerships.

Reach out to Yuta on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuta-aoki-796185143/

Check his space, BIRTH LAB, on their website:
https://birth-village.com/lab/

Check his community, JCCO, on its website:
https://jc2o.or.jp/

Fanny Marcoux

I’m your host and passionate about coworking, remote working, nomading, freelancing, and marketing. Many -ing in there.

During the day, I help ecommerce managers manage their Google Analytics and optimize for conversions.

I also post every day on LinkedIn, where you can follow me at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannymarcoux/
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27min
March 10, 2025Ep 30 – Weekly moments together are important – with Ivona Narancic from tershouse
In this interview, we talk about:

Ivona and her space, tershouse
how to adapt to every type of community member
the impact of cultural nuances on strategies

00:00 - Hi!
00:52 - A journey to community management
01:54 - Challenges during the pandemic
04:06 - Adapting to a growing community
06:57 - Creating a vibrant community
08:14 - Transition to a bigger space
14:36 - Future plans and expansions
17:29 - Managing members and external clients
19:01 - Advice for aspiring community managers
24:57 - Bye!

Speakers

Ivona Narancic

Ivona has been a community manager at the tershouse since 2021. She also manages their event spaces and social media.

‘Ters’ means grumpy, their logo is a grumpy cat, and is based on their CEO’s face. They offer everything everyone might want from a workspace, adding their own quirks and humour to it.

Reach out to Ivona on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivona-narancic/

Check her space, tershouse, on their website:
https://www.tershouse.ba/

Fanny Marcoux

I’m your host and passionate about coworking, remote working, nomading, freelancing, and marketing. Many -ing in there.

During the day, I help ecommerce managers manage their Google Analytics and optimize for conversions.

I also post every day on LinkedIn, where you can follow me at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannymarcoux/
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27min
February 03, 2025Ep 29 – What I like best in coworking is talking to people – with Melanie Burnier from TheWorkHub
In this interview, we talk about:

Melanie and her space, TheWorkHub
how to handle a pandemic and its lockdowns
events and activities that build a community

00:00 Hi!
00:59 Melanie's Journey into Coworking
02:37 Challenges and Early Days
05:37 Expansion and Community Building
09:44 Impact of COVID-19
16:08 Focusing on the Social Aspect of Coworking
16:46 Importance of Coffee and Events in Coworking
17:59 Seasonal and Fun Activities for Coworkers
19:36 Balancing Work and Social Interactions
22:13 Future Plans and Expansion
23:15 The Concept of Near Home Office
28:43 Encouraging Companies to Adopt Coworking
29:36 Bye!

Speakers

Melanie Burnier

Melanie is the founder and owner of TheWorkHub, copresident of Coworking Switzerland, member of Summit Foundation, Partnership Manager at Le Reflet Theater and freelancer in project management.

TheWorkHub offers fully equipped workspaces, and colleagues you can hang out with in a dynamic and professional environment. They also do the usual meeting, conference, and training rooms for rent.

Check her space, TheWorkHub:

http://www.theworkhub.ch/

Fanny Marcoux

I’m your host and passionate about coworking, remote working, nomading, freelancing, and marketing. Many -ing in there.

During the day, I help ecommerce managers manage their Google Analytics and optimize for conversions.

I also post every day on LinkedIn, where you can follow me at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannymarcoux/
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31min
November 11, 2024Ep 28 – We bring a second life to the village – with Miguel Lucea Jimeno from Co-living Sojuela Joven
In this interview, we talk about:

Miguel and his space, Co-living Sojuela Joven
revitalizing rural areas suffering from depopulation
advantages of remote work

00:00 – Hi!
01:32 – Life in La Rioja
03:24 – Revitalizing rural areas
04:53 – Challenges and opportunities
05:25 – Combating loneliness
07:01 – Comforts of rural co-living
10:08 – Seasonal dynamics
15:51 – Government support and future plans
18:49 – Developing new projects
21:20 – Community engagement
24:51 – Bye!

Speakers

Miguel Lucea Jimeno

Miguel has been studying sustainable development and educational social change. Right after graduating from university, he started working on a pilot rural development project: Co-living Sojuela Joven.

Co-living Sojuela Joven is the perfect fusion of rural charm and modern comforts, big cities and nature, work, and chill.

Check his space, Co-living Sojuela Joven:

https://www.manfredontour.es/en/co-living-sojuela-joven/

Fanny Marcoux

I’m your host and passionate about coworking, remote working, nomading, freelancing, and marketing. Many -ing in there.

During the day, I help ecommerce managers manage their Google Analytics and optimize for conversions.

I also post every day on LinkedIn, where you can follow me at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannymarcoux/
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October 14, 2024Ep 27 – We count 2,500 international association HQs – with Jan Lichota from The Association Place
In this interview, we’ll talk about:

Jan and his space, The Association Place
How to attract and serve a very special niche
Having to change plans, again

0:00 – Hi!
1:15 – We started operating 9 months ago
2:06 – There used to be carriages parked here
3:38 – I’m very proud of being a beer lawyer
5:17 – Belgium has special legislation for international associations
7:38 – With time, you learn with it
10:13 – Visiting coworking was always in the program
11:41 – The focus was more on the community than the facility
13:09 – We could see how coworking and communities were evolving
15:55 – We have a lot of success with our monthly events
17:47 – You’d be surprised how Super Mario can be used for an association
20:08 – We’d like to invite you to Brussels on the 26th of November
22:37 – Elies is the soul of The Association Place
24:06 – We are a team of 3
27:26 – People identify with our physical space
28:52 – Bye!

Speakers

Jan Lichota

Jan has been working in tourism, media, associations, education, and beer. From 2024, he’s managing a new coworking space for associations in Brussels.

The Association Place gathers the international and European associations community in Brussels. It aims to convene, connect, collaborate, and build a thriving community of association professionals.

Check his space, The Association Place:

https://www.visit.brussels/en/professionals/associations/the-association-place

Fanny Marcoux

I’m your host and passionate about coworking, remote working, nomading, freelancing, and marketing. Many -ing in there.

During the day, I help ecommerce managers migrate to Google Analytics 4 and optimize their webshop for conversions.

I also post every day on LinkedIn, where you can follow me:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannymarcoux/
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September 02, 2024Ep 26 – Our mission is to make coworking better – with Pauline Roussel from Coworkies
In this interview, we talk about:

Pauline and her community, Coworkies
how to make the coworking industry better
the secret ingredient to coworking

0:00 – Hi!
1:05 – I was the Chief Happiness Officer of a coworking
2:06 – How about we go out and explore other spaces?
3:09 – Over the last 9 years, we visited over 550 coworking spaces
4:51 – The secret ingredient to coworking are their teams
6:04 – I didn’t know what was a Chief Happiness Officer or a coworking space
8:26 – Finding the right people to work in a space was so challenging
10:15 – Our story is the same as so many other people in coworking
12:46 – Is this helping coworking in getting better?
15:45 – We are busy all the time, and it’s rewarding
17:15 – We are working on new features, a 2nd book, more retreats
18:33 – We would love to grow the team
19:28 – There’s no right profile to be a community manager
21:08 – There are plenty of jobs in coworking spaces
22:34 – It takes a lot of time to travel
23:46 – Reach out!
25:11 – Bye!

Speakers

Pauline Roussel

Pauline is the founder and CEO of Coworkies, co-initiator of Hack Coworking, and author of the book ‘Around The World in 250 Coworking Spaces’.

Coworkies is a global job board setting the hiring and recruiting standards for the coworking and flex industry.

Check her community, Coworkies:

https://www.coworkies.com/

Fanny Marcoux

I’m your host and passionate about coworking, remote working, nomading, freelancing, and marketing. Many -ing in there.

During the day, I help ecommerce managers manage their Google Analytics and optimize their webshop for conversions.

I also post every day on LinkedIn, where you can follow me:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannymarcoux/
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August 05, 2024Ep 25 – We wanted to have a real impact in the city – with Ondrej Svoboda from Le Rucher Creatif
In this interview, we talk about:

Ondrej and his space, Le Rucher Creatif
how to properly fill in public project calls
building with purpose and impact

0:00 – Hi!
1:57 – We were traveling for 9 months, and ended up in Troyes
3:26 – We showed what we wanted to build
4:44 – We had this need, and were not alone
6:06 – There’s a need for a community space
8:09 – We built it on four pillars
9:39 – In service of the territory
11:51 – We are here to enable others to be able to do
13:06 – It went from a very empty space to what it is today
16:21 – Something that we had to learn
18:09 – We were afraid that we will need to close everything
20:15 – Be a compass
22:06 – One of the biggest mistakes is to wait
24:38 – The other error is to not have the resources
25:50 – Are we still within our values?
27:46 – The mindset is different
29:08 – One of the place why you come here
31:37 – Come to Troyes!
32:08 – Bye!

Speakers

Ondrej Svoboda

Ondrej is a multi-passionate entrepreneur active in education, startups, and coworking. He co-founded Le Rucher Creatif and is now its president.

Le Rucher Creatif is the first third place in its region and provides a space to meet up, share ideas, learn, and create positive social, environmental, and economic impact.

Check his space, Le Rucher Creatif:

https://www.le-rucher-creatif.org/

Fanny Marcoux

I’m your host and passionate about coworking, remote working, nomading, freelancing, and marketing. Many -ing in there.

During the day, I help ecommerce managers migrate to Google Analytics 4 and optimize their webshop for conversions.

I also post every day on LinkedIn, where you can follow me:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannymarcoux/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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FAQs about A very special coworking:

How many episodes does A very special coworking have?

The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.