Coworking: An Eco Work Option

Mar 29, 2010 9:45 AM ET

Taiga Company Blog

An area often explored by small business owners is telecommuting.  While most are familiar with telecommuting, coworking is another small business resource available to further business sustainability, reduce costs and help the environment. 

Simply put, coworking is a gathering spot for individual entrepreneurs or employees from multiple companies sharing a common work space.  Coworking works in a variety of ways with facilities offering a personal desk or workstation for a few hundred dollars a month.  Not only do you get a place to sit, but also a range of business services and equipment at your disposal, including fax machines, photocopiers, printers, and wi-fi Internet access.   In addition, many coworking facilities provide free coffee and snacks, lectures and workshops, and group activities. Some have conference rooms available, phone and receptionist service, mail delivery, and other amenities more typical of an office suite.   Click here to continue reading

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