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> They all market their "networking" opportunities and "hip" work spaces. [...] All I need is a quiet office where I'm left alone to work in a private cabin. I
by krn 8y ago
> They all market their "networking" opportunities and "hip" work spaces. [...] All I need is a quiet office where I'm left alone to work in a private cabin.
I think targeting co-working spaces at people interested in "networking opportunities" increases profitability, because they are much more likely to accept open floor plans.
> I do hope there is a coworking competitor that gives me a no nonsense, quiet place to work in
It has been available for ages and is called Public Library.
- Tempest1981 8y agoPublic Libraries with built-in cafes -- there's an idea!
- dazc 8y agoIn the UK, libraries are anything but quiet places. The best you can hope for is a 'quiet area' which is just above or next to the free creche and kids play area. This in addition to loud conversations and general poor behaviour from other library users which is rarely challenged by staff.