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Episode 67: Frank Cottle — Virtual Offices Are the Future
Frank Cottle is the Founder and CEO of Alliance Virtual Offices, a company that combines three essential elements — people, place, and technology — to provide mobile or remote professionals with virtual offices. In this episode, Frank and John discuss the shift from people working from home to working in community spaces, how the concept of community plays into productivity at work, and the changing trend in what people look for in an office space. Tune in to find out more about this fascinating industry!
Key Takeaways:
[:19] Who is Frank and what does he do?
[1:25] There has been a shift from people working from home to people working in community spaces. Frank shares his perspective on this topic and how technology and contracting as an employment model play a part in this trend.
[5:14] John and Frank discuss the concept of community and how it plays into productivity at work.
[9:41] Why is co-working gaining popularity globally?
[15:37] John has noticed a trend in how people approach office spaces for their companies — it's no longer about what the space does, but more about the amenities and facilities available. Frank shares his insights on this.
[18:10] Words matter. Frank elaborates on why he doesn't refer to the people he works with as clients or tenants, but as members or partners instead.
[20:28] What were some things that Frank does in his company that have revolutionized the industry?
[23:30] All entrepreneurs are inventors and all inventors are entrepreneurs. Frank and John discuss this idea, and how charitable organizations should function as enterprises rather than asking for handouts.
[32:20] How did Frank get into the industry of virtual spaces?
[38:38] Each generation has its own view of how they want to establish their own identity and their own culture — industries have to morph to keep up with these changes in perspectives.
[40:04] Business is a result of relationships. While AI may be developing at unprecedented rates, the human element is still crucial to businesses. John and Frank discuss the role of AI in his industry.
[43:46] Get in touch with Frank and learn more about the virtual spaces industry via his websites!
Mentioned in This Episode:
Alliance Virtual Offices
Allwork.Space
Upwork (Formerly oDesk)
Abundance 360
Humans Are Underrated: What High Achievers Know That Brilliant Machines Never Will, by Geoff Colvin
Willrobotstakemyjob.com
Entrepreneurs' Organization
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By Financial GravityFrank Cottle is the Founder and CEO of Alliance Virtual Offices, a company that combines three essential elements — people, place, and technology — to provide mobile or remote professionals with virtual offices. In this episode, Frank and John discuss the shift from people working from home to working in community spaces, how the concept of community plays into productivity at work, and the changing trend in what people look for in an office space. Tune in to find out more about this fascinating industry!
Key Takeaways:
[:19] Who is Frank and what does he do?
[1:25] There has been a shift from people working from home to people working in community spaces. Frank shares his perspective on this topic and how technology and contracting as an employment model play a part in this trend.
[5:14] John and Frank discuss the concept of community and how it plays into productivity at work.
[9:41] Why is co-working gaining popularity globally?
[15:37] John has noticed a trend in how people approach office spaces for their companies — it's no longer about what the space does, but more about the amenities and facilities available. Frank shares his insights on this.
[18:10] Words matter. Frank elaborates on why he doesn't refer to the people he works with as clients or tenants, but as members or partners instead.
[20:28] What were some things that Frank does in his company that have revolutionized the industry?
[23:30] All entrepreneurs are inventors and all inventors are entrepreneurs. Frank and John discuss this idea, and how charitable organizations should function as enterprises rather than asking for handouts.
[32:20] How did Frank get into the industry of virtual spaces?
[38:38] Each generation has its own view of how they want to establish their own identity and their own culture — industries have to morph to keep up with these changes in perspectives.
[40:04] Business is a result of relationships. While AI may be developing at unprecedented rates, the human element is still crucial to businesses. John and Frank discuss the role of AI in his industry.
[43:46] Get in touch with Frank and learn more about the virtual spaces industry via his websites!
Mentioned in This Episode:
Alliance Virtual Offices
Allwork.Space
Upwork (Formerly oDesk)
Abundance 360
Humans Are Underrated: What High Achievers Know That Brilliant Machines Never Will, by Geoff Colvin
Willrobotstakemyjob.com
Entrepreneurs' Organization