Impact of COVID-19 for Freelance
As the impacts of Coronavirus pandemic(COVID-19), VPL(Vancouver Public Library) has closed. Cafes are almost unavailable for work. I worked at home today, but it was unproductivity. Therefore, I checked my past blog about the co-working space and updated the price on it. This is cynical. I have to consider using co-working space when the government announces to stay home.
On March 18th, I contacted WeWork and L’Atelier. I visited at WeWork after booking. I talked with a receptionist. I passed the contact information. However, she didn’t get back to me. WeWork does not know these small actions build a company’s brand even they build a fancy space.
In the afternoon, I visited L’Atelier. I didn’t want to spend time considering the place. I wanted to get back to work asap. I decided to work at L’Atelier for a month. I have no idea when the Coronavirus pandemic subsided.
Updated: 2020.03.18
Story: Look for workplace
Once you choose to work as a freelancer, you have to cover all expense by your work, such as rent (working space), software, insurance, internet, and grocery. You will appreciate a previous company to generous support which you didn’t know. You also realize how tough to running a business, how to generate new job consistently, how to estimate, how to decide to hire people, etc.
I wanted to save a money as much as possible. Hence, I used a cafe and a public library. I could save a rent and internet. I used Meetup APP for maintaining a motive and passion. Since 2016, so many co-working spaces have opened in Vancouver, BC. I’ve never considered about these services before. However, I got used to working at a cafe and library. I needed to change my daily routines. Here is the list which I used co-working space 1+ times. I felt these co-working spaces are a nice work environment, convenient place, and close to good local neighbor.
01: WeWork
WeWork is an American company that provides shared workspaces for technology startup subculture communities, and services for entrepreneurs, freelancers, startups, small businesses, and large enterprises. Founded in 2010, it is headquartered in New York City. As of July 2017, WeWork had a valuation of roughly US$20 billion and managed 10,000,000 square feet (930,000 m2) of office space.
WeWork designs and builds physical and virtual shared spaces and office services for entrepreneurs and companies. The company’s 100,000+ members have access to health insurance, an internal social network, social events and workshops, and an annual summer retreat. WeWork has more than 5,000 employees in over 280 locations, spread across 77 cities in 23 countries including Australia, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, India, Israel, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Spain and United Kingdom.
Hot Desk
$520.00/mo
Bentall III – 595 Burrard St
$470.00/mo
2015 Main St
– WeWork Mission
Create a world where people work to make a living, not just a living.
– WeWork Story
When we started WeWork in 2010, we wanted to build more than beautiful, shared office spaces. We wanted to build a community. A place you join as an individual, ‘me’, but where you become part of a greater ‘we’. A place where we’re redefining success measured by personal fulfillment, not just the bottom line. A community is our catalyst.
WeWork: Space That Works for You
02: Suite Genius
Suite Genius is your neighborhood coworking space for entrepreneurs and freelancers looking for increased productivity, collaboration, and professional networking opportunities. I personally like Broadway City Hall (Cambie St. x Broadway) area. Nice cafe and park. Good environment.
THE REGULAR(Hot desk)
$350/mo
– Full-time weekday access to our community and both locations
– Unlimited in and outs between 9am and 5pm on weekdays
– 8 hours/month of meeting credits
– 24/7 access available for $50/month
– Discounted event rentals
– WORK CLOSER TO HOME
Suite Genius locations are in the heart of their respective neighborhoods, Kitsilano and Mt. Pleasant, and are close to major transit routes. Both offer convenient alternatives to a commute downtown if one of our hoods also happens to be yours too.
– BELONG
We strive to foster a community where our members have opportunities to collaborate, network and support each other. A community where we learn and grow from each other, celebrate our individual and collective successes and have some fun along the way.
Suite Genius: A SMARTER WAY TO WORK
03: HiVE
We have wild dreams of building a network of knowledge, connection and innovative action in order to take on society’s most complex challenges. HiVE supports and amplifies the social impact sector by providing the space for social cohesion, human capital and resources that enable our members and partners to thrive.
HIVE 100
$315/mo
100 Coworking Hours/mo
6 Meeting Room Hours/mo
M–F, 9–5 Access
Mailbox Access
*24/7 Access +$54
– HiVE VISION
We have wild dreams of building a network of knowledge, connection and innovative action in order to take on society’s most complex challenges.
– HiVE Mission
To support and amplify the social impact sector by providing the social cohesion, human capital, and resources that enable our members and partners to thrive.
04: L’Atelier
I used L’Atelier when they open a business. L’Atelier looks quite feminine. That’s why interesting. Because it’s a different positioning compare to other co-working space. I learned a business from their growth. Talk to Sabrina.
Hot Desk
$295/mo
– Unlimited access to the phone rooms
– 9 am – late night weekdays
– 4 hours of free meeting room booking credits per month
– Additional meeting room bookings $5-$10/ hour
– Free Wifi, coffee, matcha tea, printing
*Option to add 24/7 access at $55/month or $15/day
An Inspiring Workspace!
L’Atelier (French for “The Workshop”) is a CO-WORKING space, Event Space, and NETWORKING HUB in Gastown for Creative Entrepreneurs, Startups, and Freelancers
We provide a comfortable, inspiring, and affordable space for individuals and small businesses to realize their unique projects and connect with a community of like-minded, forward-thinking creators.
L’Atelier: Vancouver Coworking- Beautiful Gastown Space
05: Spacekraft
If you live in the Metrotown area, SpaceKraft may be convenient. If you are Vancouverity, the place is a little far from Metrotown station.
UNLIMITED
$350/mo
– 24/7 Access
– Free Fibre Optic Internet
– Membership Perks
– Amenity Rooms
– All Location Lounge Access
– Virtual Office
– 5 Meeting Room Hours/Month
– Month-to-Month
– Message
Entrepreneurs, freelancers, makers and professionals are the future of the new economy, and cmpny is here for you. ‘CMPNY Cowork is a place you can come to get to work. Rent an office for your startup or a private desk or even an hourly meeting room- short term leases are available – book a tour on the website.’
SpaceKraft (CMPNY): Coworking space in Burnaby
Extra in 2020
I wrote this blog in 2018. During 2 years, so many co-working spaces have opened in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
The Network Hub: 422 Richards St #170, Vancouver, BC V6B 2Z4
The PROFILE Coworking Business Club: 375 Water St Suite 200, Vancouver, BC V6B 5C6
The Aviary: 637 E 15th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 3K5
Envision Coworking: 60 W 6th Ave Suite 200, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1K1
Pavilion 22 E5: 22 E 5th Ave #400, Vancouver, BC V5T 1G8
Updaet: 2020.03.18
+Idea: FreeSpace
This is the last idea if you cannot afford co-working spaces above. It calls FreeSpace. FreeSpace transformed restaurants to co-working spaces. $49.99 per month. Message from the website below.
Building a working community where you live.
Vancouver is often recognized as one of the world’s most beautiful cities, and we feel fortunate to call it our home. Yet for all the recognition this city receives for its diversity and natural beauty it is rare that Vancouver is mentioned without one bringing up the cost of living, and the scarcity of affordable space.
Each day thousands of people seek out a comfortable spot where they can sit, plug in and get to work without feeling obligated to purchase something, or have to worry about whether or not they will get a spot to sit (or if the Wi-Fi they are using is secured). Yet some of the most beautiful spaces, in prime locations within the city, sit underutilized for significant portions of the day. And if that is the case within our own city. It must be the same elsewhere.
That got us thinking.
What if how we perceived the concept of space and how it is utilized could change? What if we could flip the switch on the traditional narrative, and create an environment of abundance rather than scarcity?
This is how FreeSpace was born.
We hope to evolve the way that we think about, and use space efficiently and affordably and welcome you to join the journey.
Recap: What did I learn?
1. Good work environment boosts your work efficiency and productivity.
2. I need a stable cash flow. Otherwise, extra expense hurts your finance.
3. Consider the hourly value of your work.
Reference:
BCLiving: Top 5 Coworking Spaces in Metro Vancouver
BCBusiness: 5 cool co-working spaces in B.C.
