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Why Freelancers Should Conduct Client Meetings in Co-Working Spaces

Freelancers have the freedom to work at their own pace, manage their own schedule, and not have to report to an office. The perks of freelancing have swayed many to choose this type of career path. It isn’t without its drawbacks, however, with freelancers often having to find places to work and/or to conduct meetings.

The popularity of the shared office space has helped solve this problem for many freelancers. The co-working spaces in Manila often provide the kind of office space that freelancers look for–more relaxed, no dress code, and good coffee. More important than the three, is a professional looking workspace where they can meet with clients or deliver presentations.

What makes it more professional or better than a coffee shop exactly?

  1. Access to tools that will allow for better presentations
    The primary reason to conduct meetings in a co-working space is because it allows the freelancer access to tools that will make their meetings and presentations so much better than if they had been conducted in a restaurant or coffee shop. Private rooms, projectors, large TV screens, conference tables, printers, and more, are all accessible to a freelancer even if it’s just for a one-hour meeting.
  2. Meet more people / Networking opportunities
    For particularly big projects, a shared workspace will also allow freelancers to bring in more team members, help their client network (if necessary) and meet people who may be able to assist in whatever project is being worked discussed.
  3. Better atmosphere
    Many co-working spaces are well-decorated and have a lot of natural light, yet they also have a very professional ambiance. This can make any meeting or presentation even better because the client will feel relaxed and at ease, a common effect of being surrounded by beautiful spaces and sunlight. Similarly, the general vibe of a co-working space lends you a bigger air of credibility and reliability as a professional as compared to conducting meetings in a coffee shop.
  4. Accessible to the client
    Most shared office space locations are in central business districts, such as Ortigas, BGC, and Makati, but others are popping up in unexpected hubs. This means that the office space is accessible to both the client and the freelancer, making it an ideal halfway point!
  5. There’s still coffee!
    The benefit of a coffee shop is the coffee. The good news is that most co-working spaces in Manila have made it a point to have great coffee. So there is no sacrifice on the part of either the freelancer or their client!

Many freelancers are co-workspace agnostic, meaning they use the spaces that are most convenient for whatever they may need at the time. This is especially true if they are flexible in terms of vibe. The Study by Enderun Colleges features Free Pass Thursdays, where anyone can come and try the space for free. Visit [https://www.thestudyph.com/the-study-workspace/] to learn more!
How to Make Corporate Training Sessions More Effective and Productive

Corporate training is a must for both companies and employees. What was once a bonus or benefit is now part and parcel of strengthening company culture, motivating a team, encouraging loyalty, and making the most out of the teams hired for the company. Many HR managers find, though, that training, specifically what is learned in training, does not last long. This is likely due to many employees taking training less seriously than they should and seeing it as a free day.

To counter this, human resource managers and trainers can try any of the following four techniques.

  1. Professional Trainers and Customised Programs
    Every group and company is different. Both HR managers and professional trainers need to take the time to study their audience in order to customise the training properly and according to the goals that human resources and the company are trying to achieve. This is why working together with experienced professional corporate trainers is more effective than having another member of your team conduct the session. Professional trainers, such as the ones from The Study, are well-versed in the most effective teaching methods and are more than happy to adjust their curriculum and teaching style to better fit the needs of their clients.
  2. Make It Fun
    These days, all professional trainers know that one of the best ways to train is incorporate fun and games into the training sessions. Ice breaker games, games that get the trainees to stand up and move, and having contests between the trainees and employees is a good way to keep things lively. By doing this, trainers are sure that the trainees will stay off their phones and laptops and pay attention to the training.
  3. Make It Personal
    People are always curious to understand themselves better. Making some training sessions about the trainees or their personality traits will definitely get their attention. These activities can first be related to their personal lives and then brought to how what they have learned about themselves and each other can help them be better at what they do. The more personal learning they do, the more engaged they will be!
  4. Hold Training Outside of the Company
    Many companies hold their training sessions in-house. Although this helps save a bit of money, studies have shown that conducting corporate training in a third-party venue is actually more effective. Roughly 63 percent of people who have undergone corporate training claim that conducting training out-of-office helps improve their concentration and productivity. Fortunately, there are many events spaces, such as the venues offered by Enderun Events, that cater to the needs of corporate training sessions quite well.
  5. Have Clear Action Steps
    All forms of corporate training will not be as effective has human resource departments and managers hope unless there are clear action steps and/or goals given to the trainees. These action steps or goals should be measurable, once in six months time and another in twelve months time. Creating these will let the employees or trainees know that they need to take the training seriously. If what is learned will be made a part of and measured in their yearly key performance indicators, the training is very likely to be effective.