How to optimise your productivity in a coworking space.

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The concept of leasing a hub, or collaboration centres where people from different companies, different zones and ideas come together and work together, is the core idea of a coworking space. Coworking spaces suit best for the startups though at present many companies are opting for such options. 

Leasing a coworking space can be a cost effective way to deal with the excess bills and necessities, one has to pay for items or spaces in use only. As per global reports on an approx. there are 18,700 coworking spaces at present, these stats are expected to increase to 41,975 by 2024. The coworking market is expected to grow by 13% every year globally.

India, in this has seen a growth by 14% in the year 2019, which is believed to cross 50 million sq. ft. by 2023. Coworking spaces are growing at a decent pace, it seems. 

Productivity restriction, noise are certain myths about coworking spaces. Let's just dig into the topic and spill the tea for you. The blog will speak briefly about the ways through which you can optimise your productivity in a coworking space.

Listed below are some tips to increase your productivity while working in a coworking space:

1. Make and do not break the flow of your schedule:

Plan your day, prioritise your work and stick to it. Coworking spaces are a legit flexy and comfy mode of working, but it can be pretty distractive at times. To ensure no wastage of time, easy and efficient functioning, plan your priorities and work accordingly.

 

2. Know your co-workers better

Coworking has the major advantage of having employees of different companies working under one roof, each one of them having a certain skill set that can help you learn new things. Your coworkers in the space can help you boost your productivity.

 

3. Take timely breaks

Constant working can drain your energy and creativity. Make sure you take timely breaks, either sit for 10-15 minutes and meditate, talk to your coworkers, learn about them, take a walk, eat something or just chit chat.  This will simply help you to gain your energy back and you are ready to focus.

 

4. Keep it your way

The desk or the place you are working at, bring it close to your way. Either add a showpiece, a quote or an artwork. You can surely attempt and keep your desk neat and tidy. This is an effective way that will help you increase your concentration and improve your productivity. 

 

5. Seek help from the technologies

Avoid social media distractions. Avoid using whatsapp or any other social media platform while you are still working. They work as a distraction catalyst, instead allow yourself to learn more, take help from projects or time management apps.

 

6. Avoid distractions and disturbance

There might come a time when you have an extrovert coworker with you who wants to gossip and chit chat while you want to complete the task on priority. They can surely make you lose time, book private conference areas or seating areas in such cases. Sit in privacy for a while and complete your priorities.

 

7. Time management is a must

Effectively distribute your time including breaks and complete your tasks within the allotted time, this can help you cope with the task completion within the time crunch and effective use of the breaks.


 

Final thoughts

Coworking spaces are comfortable and flexible modes of working, where people from different backgrounds come together under one roof and carry out their specific tasks. Coworking spaces can be a good option to increase productivity and learn new skills based on your timings and associated coworkers. This blog spot has tips on how you can increase your productivity more and better. Learn and enjoy working!