How Freelancing Has Evolved During 2020-2021
The global pandemic has caused many employees to work from home, and has also led to many being laid off. This means that many people are looking for alternative ways of income. Because most formerly employed workers had industry knowledge and needed skillsets, they were able to quickly pivot in picking up freelance work. The annual European Freelancers Week or EFWeek is a freelancers’ community where freelancers have the opportunity to engage with others just like them. The EFWeek has also bee
Sarah Colwell: A Dysfunctional Year Researched by The Instant Group
Sarah Colwell: A Dysfunctional Year Researched by The Instant Group0:00/2001× It's our 100th Coworking Values Podcast episode folks! And we are having Sarah Colwell. She's the Research Executive from The Instant Group. We are going to be talking about her recent talk from the Coworking Spain Conference last May 4 to 27 - A Dysfunctional Year Researched by The Instant Group. In this talk, she deep dives into how flexible workspaces, which is recovering faster than ever, indicates that flexibi
Nicola Moore: Local Coworking Spaces and Their Role in the Community
I had the pleasure of chatting with the talented and superb woman, Nicola Moore, who provides support to startups and SMEs. Nicola joined the British Library’s Business and IP Centre and Haringey Council to develop a cross-sector pilot programme called Start-ups in London Libraries. Nicola had the benefit of living locally prior to launching the programme (she has lived in the borough for nearly ten years). Being a resident and now business provider, Nicola has some insight into some of the nee
60 Days Until the Sixth Annual European Freelancers Week
What is EFWeek? We are excited to announce that our sixth annual European Freelancers Week (EFWeek) is just 62 days away from kicking off. This year’s EFWeek has been seen as the largest annual celebration of the independent workforce, showing millions of Europeans the benefits of the freelance economy and allowing them to discover it through a community. EFWeek can help freelancers find their voices and host events to stand up for what they believe in. By registering your event with EFWeek an
The Importance of European Freelancers Week for the Freelance Community
Since 2016 there has been a rise in the European freelance community, with an astonishing 9.6 million Europeans working as independent workers. With the implementation of remote working since the start of the pandemic, the boom has become even greater. The amount of freelancers and independent workers increased due to some being dismissed from their permanent jobs and looking for a source of income, and others realising the benefits of being one's own boss. In 2020 the number of freelancers in E
Change Is Essential - An Evening With Urban MBA.
On the 18th of June, the award-winning charity Urban MBA had an open day event at the fabulous coworking space at Beter Space in the Ray Farringdon London, where they highlighted organisations successes, future goals, and strategic objectives. Urban MBA reached the milestone where they felt ready to share their stories and accomplishments in helping marginalised and disengaged young adults by offering enterprise and employment skills and alternative teaching methods to create long-lasting change
Creating Equality And Inclusion For The Community Through Coworking And Art
It is no longer surprising that my social network has expanded enormously since joining the coworking community, allowing me to have conversations with fellow females who are very passionate about art, workspaces, community and helping others. One example of such blissful interaction is with Nina Franco, whom I met at Creative Works. Nina is a political artist and activist and, needless to say, has a strong sense of identity and autonomy. We chatted about her journey and how her life’s mission l
Clare Askew: What if Everyone Could Walk to Work
Clare Askew, Regeneration Sites Manager for Workspace at Haringey Council, spoke to the London Coworking Assembly on why the What if Everyone Could Walk to Work report is of importance in today’s society and what it will mean for the future of coworking spaces. Clare is extremely passionate about the regeneration of spaces and would like to implement her knowledge in towns to ensure that local people are able to walk to where they need to be. Walk to work, walk to school, walk to the store or wa
Jerome and Shervonne: Diversity & Representation: Speakers, Experts and Panels
Jerome and Shervonne: Diversity & Representation: Speakers, Experts and Panels0:00/2001× The Coworking Idea Project is a global network of coworking spaces and organizations, community organizers, and collaborative consultants. They're also dedicated to making coworking a more welcoming, diverse, equitable, and accessible environment. Jerome Chang, Coworking expert and tenant improvement architect and Founder of Blankspaces Coworking and Shervonne Cherry, Director of Community & Partnersh
Brexit and SMEs: How Coworking Spaces Can Help
Even before Brexit, small to medium enterprises (SMEs) have struggled with opening bank accounts and being considered for credit or loans. Since early January 2021 many things have changed for businesses in the UK due to the finalisation of Brexit and brought on new struggles. Many have been impacted negatively especially in regard to employment, finance, growth, and trade. Not only that, but the global pandemic has also forced some SMEs to close their doors. Although the impact cannot be seen