3 Reasons Co-working Spaces is the Perfect Fit for Nigerian Businesses

The CoWorking Manifesto signed by over 28,000 entrepreneurs across the world reads “we believe that innovation breeds innovation. We will transform the world culture into one supportive of the entrepreneurial spirit, of risk taking, of pioneering into the unknown territories as the great leaders of our times. This requires education, entrepreneurship and a large network of creative workspaces.

“We are reshaping the economy and the society through social entrepreneurship and innovation. Our communities are coming together to rebuild more human scale, networked, and sustainable economies to build a better world. We are the world coworking movement !”

Unlike a traditional office, coworking spaces consist of members who work for a range of different companies, ventures, and projects. Because there is little direct competition or internal politics, they don’t feel they have to put on a work persona to fit in. Working amidst people doing different kinds of work can also make one’s own work identity stronger especially if you are a business trying to scale in Nigeria. Here are three reasons why coworking spaces is the perfect fit for Nigerian businesses.

People who use coworking spaces see their work as meaningful.

They have more job control. Coworking spaces are normally accessible 24/7. People can decide whether to put in a long day when they have a deadline or want to show progress or can decide to take a long break in the middle of the day to go to the gym. They can choose whether they want to work in a quiet space so they can focus, or in a more collaborative space with shared tables where interaction is encouraged. They can even decide to work from home, without repercussion, if they need to meet a repair person or deal with a family member need.

And while coworkers value this autonomy, we also learned that they equally value some form of structure in their professional lives. Too much autonomy can actually cripple productivity because people lack routines. Coworkers reported that having a community to work in helps them create structures and discipline that motivates them. Thus, paradoxically, some limited form of structure enables an optimal degree of control for independent workers.

Community

People who use coworking spaces feel part of a community. Connections with others are a big reason why people pay to work in a communal space, as opposed to working from home for free or renting a nondescript office. At GilGal office suites, we go to great lengths to cultivate a unique experience that meets the needs of their respective members.

Even though the coworking movement has its origins among freelancers, entrepreneurs, and the tech industry, it’s increasingly relevant for a broader range of people and organisations. In fact, coworking can become part of your company’s strategy, and it can help your people and your business thrive.

The Right Work Environment

There is an important reality of creating the right kind of work environment inside your own walls. People need to be able to craft their work in ways that give them purpose and meaning. This is the leverage coworking spaces provide. You and your employees get to work in an environment that fosters creativity and innovation.

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