Coworking Values Podcast

Our guest on this episode of the Coworking Values podcast is Suzanne Murdock, a seasoned expert in the flexible workspace industry. Suzanne has over 10 years of coworking experience and is the co-founder of Hub Newry, her popular coworking space between Dublin and Belfast. 

In this podcast, Suzanne talks about the evolution of coworking and the future of remote work. And the importance of building inclusive and collaborative coworking communities where individuals, including remote workers and freelancers, can thrive. 

Suzanne stresses that employers should embrace work and understand the unique needs of everyone on the team. 

Additionally, Suzanne highlights the transformative power of coworking and remote work, offering opportunities for increased productivity, collaboration, and work-life integration. It also provides insights into optimizing work environments, promoting psychological safety, and the benefits of integrating technology into the coworking experience. 

Throughout the conversation, Suzanne's expertise and passion for advocating for the growth and development of his coworking space and the introduction of flexible working arrangements are conveyed. 

Her podcast - Powering Productivity provides valuable in sight and advice for both professionals looking to cowork in her space and coworking space with owners looking to build a thriving community.

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We're happy to have you back for another episode of the Coworking Values: Visionaries series, created in collaboration with andcards, coworking management software that streamlines operations at flexible workspaces. 

Hatch Hubs - run by the Facework Group, a Community Interest Company that supports people to face the changing world of work is located in South London and is a unique place where people can come together to work and connect. Founded by Steven Carrick-Davies, the aim was to create an inclusive and affordable space for everyone. Hatch Hubs also offer training programs to help individuals acquire new skills and knowledge.

The name "Hatch" symbolizes the generation of fresh ideas and projects. The transformation of an old building into these collaborative workspaces gave birth to the concept. Steven's drive stems from his desire to bring about positive change in the community, fostering a sense of belonging and unity. Hatch Hubs serve as a platform for people to meet, learn from one another, and offer mutual support.

To sustain their operations, Hatch Hubs employ various revenue streams, including memberships, partnerships with organizations, event hosting, and even renting out their space for special occasions. Their primary focus remains on delivering high-quality services that are accessible and affordable to all.

The impact of Hatch Hubs is assessed by examining the transformative experiences of community members through qualitative and quantitative methods. Steven's ultimate goal is to inspire others to establish similar spaces in their own communities. They have plans to expand Hatch Hubs to more locations in South London and contribute to the development of new businesses in Ukraine through workshops and support.

Ultimately, Hatch Hubs strives to make a positive difference by emphasizing collaboration, knowledge sharing, and acting as a source of inspiration for others.

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In this episode, we have Lena Rantsevich, Founder & CEO at Reputy.io, and Minter Dial, Keynote Speaker, NED/Advisor, Award-winning Author, and Podcaster 

Join us as they discuss the conundrum that is empathy and Artificial Intelligence. How artificial intelligence and remote work will affect how people use coworking spaces in the next year or two. They believe that leadership must carefully consider how to retain good talent and that empathy is crucial for doing so. 

They also talk about how empathy is a talent that can be learned but is difficult to teach. And how there is a debate between those who believe AI cannot replace empathy and those who believe AI can replace any one feeling or reaction. 

Links:

Empathy, AI, & Coworking 

Lena on Twitter 

Lena on Instagram 

Minter on Twitter 

Minter Dial Website 

Minter on Instagram 

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In this episode, we have Karen West - Whylie, CEO of Three Sixty Workrooms. Karen is a London legend who believes in the post-bubble economy and the art of possibility. 

She aspires to be renowned for being full of value, believing in the art of the possible, and assisting individuals facing a cost-of-living crisis. Barking and Dagenham is a wonderful area to live and work in, yet it is not without deprivation and poverty. It presently houses Uber, a film studio, regeneration, and a research experiment known as the UCL pole. It's a fantastic place to live and work.

Join us Karen talks about how the city government is committed to improving the area while preserving its soul and supporting long-term residents. 

Three Sixty Workrooms is an affordable coworking facility in Barking and Dagenham for creative firms and young creatives. It provides mentoring, training, and business support to help them succeed.

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Coming Together at Ipade

We're happy to have you back for another episode of the Coworking Values: Visionaries series, created in collaboration with andcards, coworking software that streamlines the management of flexible workspaces.

In this episode, we have Elizabeth Dawes Gay, Founder and CEO of Ipade, a Black-owned coworking space for Women Entrepreneurs. 

Tune in as Elizabeth talks about the how culture and history of black women and women of colour are honoured and celebrated at Ipade, a coworking space created just for them. 

Learn about how Ipade can serve as a kind of "incubator" for those with big dreams and ideas about how to improve the world. Their business concept has been fruitful in that it has attracted and retained a steady stream of members. 

The establishment is having an impact on the community by demonstrating to the locals that they are welcome there and that it is possible to follow one's dreams. 

As a social entrepreneur, Elizabeth has had to strike a balance between maintaining her space and adhering to her principles of affordable pricing. And most importantly, that coworking communities serve a constructive role in bringing people together, connecting them, and allowing them to share in each other's lives.

Learn more about how Ipade streamlines workflows and empowers members with self-sufficiency in their success story. 

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In this episode, we have Ashley Proctor and Jerome Chang from The Coworking IDEA Project - a global network of coworking operators, associations, community organisers, and collaborative consultants seeking to make coworking more inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible. 

Tune in as they talk about this month's mission Disrupting the Status Quo: Demanding Diversity in Coworking Conferences. They talk about how Coworking should be diverse, long-term, inclusive, and focused on the community. And how leaders, speakers, and sponsors can help to foster diversity and inclusion. Collaboration and policies are essential to meeting conference expectations.

Coworking IDEA Project 

Creative Blueprint 

Coworking Canada 

BLANKSPACES Coworking 

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In this episode, we have Stacey Sheppard, Director of The Tribe - a community-driven coworking space in the South Hams that focuses on supporting and empowering female entrepreneurs that are both creative and committed to professional progress. 

Stacey is also a full-time interior designer and blogger, journalist, and writer. Ivanne Poussier included an interview with Stacey in the book Sisters in Arms - Women in Coworking, which profiles female-centric coworking spaces in Europe.

Stacey talks about "Biophilic Design" - a concept that incorporates natural elements into the built environment, which is beneficial to mental health and well-being. She shares their thoughts on the future of coworking and their own personal experiences with the practise.

Stacy also delves into how she aims to create opportunities for the youth of her community to succeed in life, and she has done so by starting an online business using resources that did not exist while she was in college. 

And she also touches on how there is a perceived lack of missing skills and experience, imposter syndrome, and a dearth of related sponsors, role models, mentors, and professional support networks for women in rural Devon. 

She also highlights the benefit of surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals who understand the significance of building relationships, working together, and encouraging one another.

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Welcome back to another episode of the Coworking Values: Visionaries series, produced in partnership with andcards, coworking space software [https://www.andcards.com/] that makes flex space management a breeze. 

In this episode we have, Lindsay Hedenskog [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaylholmwood/?originalSubdomain=se] the CEO and co-founder of LAMB [https://thisislamb.com/], a purpose-built coworking space in Stockholm that aims to provide everything a person needs to thrive at work.

LAMB aims to create a work environment that encourages connection, physical activity, healthy eating, and mindfulness. It has been through pandemics, economic crises, energy crises, food crises, and other crises, and has stayed true to its original mission.

Let's hear Lindsay talk more about how LAMB's traditional coworking business model encourages people to make small changes to improve their lives. And how they also see an opportunity to digitize the approach to make it easier to make small shifts. 

Learn about The Culture Code - how a shared set of expectations creates a culture that is best for human beings. And why vulnerability is essential for change. And how LAMB is a partner in helping companies and teams to develop human-centered cultures. It provides more spaces for conversation and sharing to remember and refocus.

Learn more about LAMB in her interview with the Coworking Smarts blog: How to Make Members Happy: Working Tips from Lindsay Hedenskog, Founder of LAMB [https://www.andcards.com/blog/tips/lamb-wellness-space-interview]

And for those who prefer reading: Do Your Best Work to Be the Best You at LAMB [https://www.andcards.com/blog/tips/coworking-visionaries-podcast-lamb]

Welcome back to another episode of the Coworking Values: Visionaries series, produced in partnership with andcards, cowork ing space software that makes flex space management a breeze. 

In this episode we have, Lindsay Hedenskog the CEO and co-founder of LAMB, a purpose-built coworking space in Stockholm that aims to provide everything a person needs to thrive at work. 

LAMB aims to create a work environment that encourages connection, physical activity, healthy eating, and mindfulness. It has been through pandemics, economic crises, energy crises, food crises, and other crises, and has stayed true to its original mission. 

Let’s hear Lindsay talk more about how LAMB‘s traditional coworking business model encourages people to make small changes to improve their lives. And how they also see an opportunity to digitize the approach to make it easier to make small shifts. 

Learn about The Culture Code - how a shared set of expectations creates a culture that is best for human beings. And why vulnerability is essential for change. And how LAMB is a partner in helping companies and teams to develop human-centered cultures. It provides more spaces for conversation and sharing to remember and refocus.

Learn more about LAMB in her interview with the Coworking Smarts blog: How to Make Members Happy: Working Tips from Lindsay Hedenskog, Founder of LAMB 

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In this episode, we have Claudius Krucker [https://www.linkedin.com/in/coworkingevangelist/], Initiator and Network Builder of the European Coworking Day. He is also known as the Coworking Evangelist and one of the faces behind the European Coworking Assembly.

In 2015, Claudius had his own coworking space and drafted the statutes, and founded the board of Coworking Switzerland [https://www.coworking.ch/]. Since then, the organisation has grown to nearly 200 coworking spaces in all regions of Switzerland.

The Coworking Switzerland manifesto emphasizes collaboration over competition, participation over observation, doing over saying friendship over formality, boldness over assurance, learning over expertise, people over personalities, and flexibility.

The idea of European coworking began when Claudius participated in the international coworking day last year.

Tune in as Bernie and Claudius talk about how European Coworking Day is creating a great way to raise awareness of the value of coworking for businesses and their local communities.

Links:

CreativeSpace [https://creativespace.ch/]

My Local Presence [https://mylocalpresence.com/]