I moved into my WorkSocial office in July 2016 after visiting a number of other co-working facilities. What attracted me to WorkSocial was the warmth that Shantanu and Natasha greeted with me. This space has a spiritual vibe to it, one that I haven't encountered with any other co-working space in my 5 years of entrepreneurial aspirations. What also stood out for me was Shantanu describing his business industry as 'Hospitality' as opposed to 'Real Estate'.
Every startup gets its own private office which comes equipped with a whiteboard, new furniture, a storage mini-closet and more. On my first day, I was welcomed with a free 6-subject notebook and a positive noted that read 'Dont forget - no one else sees the world the way you do, so no one else can tell the stories that you have to tell.' That's what an entrepreneur seeks in order to do his best work - spiritual positivity. Last week, the founders saw my need to get an LCD monitor for projecting work onto, and surprised me with a TV in my office.
The building is by the waterfront with incredible NYC skyline views and building infrastructure is excellent. There is 24/7 security concierge and each member gets an ID and fob key to access the building and office premises. There is a cleaning crew that is pretty friendly and does a thorough job of keeping the spaces clean. Office walls have inspiring quotes and messages written all over them, to keep the passion burning.
There are three conference rooms, with advanced infrastructure - equipped with conference call phones, televisions, video meeting hardware and ample seating space. Technology is engraved into all operations including booking conference rooms, for which we use an app called Robin. There is staff to help with all set up (technical and otherwise).
There is 24/7 access to the office space and I often see the Workspace CEO, Natasha Mohan hustling away over weekends, working on ideas to provide an evolved hospitality experience to all members at WorkSocial.
The kitchen comes fully stacked with fruits, bottled water, coffee machine, complimentary coffee, a fridge, microwave and utensils.
Weekly activities organized by WorkSocial for all its members include stretching, yoga, guitar learning sessions and flexible Friday massages (love them!).
Members are also greeted with daily inspirational messages (emails) on various topics such as team building, leadership, health, etc.
The environment at WorkSocial feels like a family, where we share resources, aspirations, highs and lows. Feedback is highly valued, which is refreshing to learn. The founders are also very well connected in the industry and successful professionals, thus making them valuable resources for all youth to get insights and advice from. I strongly recommend this space to aspiring entrepreneurs. read more
