{"id":3000073980,"date":"2024-04-29T15:33:39","date_gmt":"2024-04-29T19:33:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wework.com\/ideas\/?p=3000073980"},"modified":"2025-01-14T04:39:17","modified_gmt":"2025-01-14T09:39:17","slug":"how-to-stay-focused-in-a-coworking-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wework.com\/ideas\/workspace-solutions\/flexible-products\/how-to-stay-focused-in-a-coworking-space","title":{"rendered":"How to stay focused in a coworking space\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Today\u2019s professionals gravitate towards coworking spaces for a number of reasons. They are the perfect alternative for lonely home offices, crowded coffee shops, and costly conventional offices alike. More than just a place to work, these collaborative spaces cultivate a sense of community where people can not only grow their businesses but also form connections with like-minded individuals.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social interactions and networking<\/a>, in turn, will expose you to new ways of thinking, which may be just what you need to get your creative juices flowing and boost your productivity<\/a>. But while conversations with different people may inspire many, some cite it as a common distraction in coworking environments. At the end of the day, the main purpose of any coworking space is to provide a place to focus and get work done, so when crunch time hits, it\u2019s important to find ways to minimize whatever it is that derails you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the first things you can do to reduce distractions and keep your focus<\/a> is to see what it is exactly that affects your workflow. Just like with anything else in life, once you know the root of the problem, you can more easily find ways to solve it. So, next time you work from a coworking space, make it your mission to observe what disrupts your focus, then use the tips and tricks below to get your head back in the game<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Keep your workspace tidy <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    At first glance, this may not seem the most relevant, but having a clean and organized desk can work wonders for your productivity. Perhaps it happened to you, too, that you were writing up a report when you noticed that you forgot to wash your coffee mug earlier or have loose papers lying around the desk. These may tempt you to stand right up and attend to every small chore, resulting in a sudden break in your otherwise smooth workflow. Thankfully, you can easily prevent these minor disruptions by decluttering your workspace as soon as you arrive at the office. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Create a to-do list and prioritize your tasks <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Now that your desk is clean and organized, it\u2019s time for your schedule to follow suit. Creating a clear schedule can reduce stress and give you a sense of control over your workday. You will have an overview of what you need to do hourly. Not to mention that once you schedule your tasks in your calendar, you won\u2019t feel the need to hop from one task to another. Multitasking can give us the illusion that we\u2019re getting more done in less time, when in reality, we\u2019re probably just overwhelming ourselves and superficially jumping between the items on our to-do list without actually crossing either of them off.  <\/p>\n\n\n