Entrepreneur 101s Checklist – How NOT to Become a Successful Entrepreneur

Webster’s online dictionary defines an entrepreneur as “one who organizes, manages, and assumes the risks of a business or enterprise.” This definition is vague. In my opinion, entrepreneurship looks different depending on who you talk too – it’s not a one size fits all kind of thing. There are common personality traits that most business […]

3 Top Myths about Remote Workers – Busting Common Stereotypes

Do you work full-time from home or remotely? If so, then you get it. I am sure you have heard comments like “oh, you work remotely, so you get to slack off all day.” Or my personal favorite, “don’t you get lonely?” Although remote work is commonplace in locations around the globe, skeptics continue to […]

Hornblower Cruises and Events: Permission to Come Aboard – A Downtown Works Excursion

The Greek philosopher Heraclitus is famously quoted as saying “change is the only constant in life.” Well, if you are anything like me you understand that change is hard. It doesn’t matter if you’re starting a new entrepreneurial adventure, relationship, or just trying almond milk for the first time in your morning coffee. These are […]

The Major Coworking Trends for 2018

Downtown Works is proud to be a San Diego coworking space leader in our area, but we also recognize that we’re part of a larger movement nationwide and around the world. This coworking movement has been picking up steam with no signs of slowing down over the past decade. Indeed, 2017 was an incredible year […]

6 Benefits of Coworking at Downtown Works

It’s official: When it comes to the future of work, coworking is the hottest ticket around. People flocked to coworking spaces in 2017, and the industry shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Still, you might be wondering: “Is coworking right for me?” Or: “Why should I cowork at Downtown Works?” Whether you’re looking […]

Coworking Statistics You Need to Know

Did you know that coworking makes you more productive? That’s right! Consider the following statistics according to global research from Deskmag and Deskwanted. They conducted a 2017 Global Coworking Survey to find out if and how coworkers benefited from their new workspace setup. The results? Since working in a coworking space: 74% of coworkers are […]

The Cost Benefits of Coworking: Downtown Works or a Regular Office?

Perhaps you’re looking into coworking, but you’re not sure how it’ll affect your wallet. “Aren’t you paying for a bunch of things you don’t need when you cowork? Why not just rent or own a small office instead?” There are plenty of reasons why entrepreneurs, startups, and smaller businesses choose coworking at Downtown Works—and saving […]