The Works – Gilbert will not be open/staffed on Thursday November 24th and Friday November 25th (Thanksgiving and Black Friday). If you have important mail or packages waiting for you, please pick it up before Thursday. We will be staffed again on Monday November 28th at 8:30am. We wish everyone a Happy and Safe Holiday.
The Synergy of Large Companies and Coworking Spaces: A Flourishing Partnership In recent years, coworking spaces have become synonymous with entrepreneurial spirit and the growth of small businesses. Witnessing solopreneurs transform their dreams into legitimate enterprises is truly inspiring. However, the benefits of coworking extend beyond the realm of startups. Large publicly traded companies are now recognizing the advantages of utilizing coworking spaces for their operations. The marriage between large companies and coworking spaces is proving to be an effective strategy, leading to enhanced collaboration, cost savings, and improved work-life balance for employees. A Paradigm Shift in Large Companies Traditionally, large corporations have operated in centralized office spaces, often located in city centers. The idea of moving a portion of […]
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Working at The Works as your Home Air Conditioning putters out in Arizona’s Unforgiving Heat Surviving Scorched Earth in the Sonoran Desert Arizona’s scorching summer is notorious for its relentless heat, often surpassing 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Amidst the sweltering heat, and National Weather Service Extreme Heat Warnings, the unthinkable happened – the air conditioning unit in your home or apartment gave its last breath, leaving you stranded in an inferno of discomfort. With work responsibilities demanding your attention, you found refuge at The Works – Gilbert, trying to keep your cool both figuratively and literally while repairs were underway at home. The Abrupt Goodbye to Comfort: A Hot Surprise When it comes to heat, Arizona summers are unforgiving, and […]
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The Power of Giant Post-it Notes in Meetings I’d be lying if I said that using giant Post-it notes in meetings was my idea. It wasn’t my idea. Humans have been writing for over 5000 years, somewhere between 3400 and 3300 BC in Mesopotamia (present-day Iraq) where cuneiform was used. Good luck sticking this clay tablet to the walls of a meeting room, then taking it home with you when the meeting ends. There is an organization in the Metro Phoenix’s East Valley that has been teaching small businesses how to grow and thrive for many years. I was at one time a client of theirs (this was back in 2016/2017). They now come in to The Works for their […]
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