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How to Host Better Gatherings
You can’t just bring a bunch of people together in a room and expect that it will be a good time. If you want to host better gatherings, they must be intentional. As I reflect on my recent gathering experience, I can see three distinct things that set our gatherings apart.
Read MoreBookclubs foster meaningful community, conversation & critical thinking
Our bookclub here at Groundwork brings a variety of our community members together in a meaningful way to explore literature and ideas, outside of the usual work environment.
Read MoreDon’t need a desk? Try our social club
“I get to listen to and learn from a bunch of smart ambitious folks – people I would not have met otherwise.. Plus, Groundwork is “Communications Central” for what’s going on in the city. It’s inspiring to see in action a bunch of smart young people who are committed to making the world a better place (and maybe a buck or two).”
Read MoreHow to take your workout to the next level (and location) with Jason Cotsoridis
“I have found that when I can’t concentrate, getting up and doing some sort of physical exercise: walking the dog, doing a 20-minute HIIT workout, etc. helps me to refocus and leads to a more productive afternoon.
Read MoreThe art of creating, as told by the artists who create
“The process of making art is therapeutic for me… It’s a way to express all that pent up energy; into art. Whenever I create art, I usually have some turmoil going on inside… creating art is what I do to mute all that outside stuff.”
Read MoreVaughndre Henry: The marketing prodigy you didn’t know you needed (but you do!)
“The one thing that was missing when I was working from home was the dedicated space just to work and be productive. Even though I had an “office” at home, it was easy to get distracted. Being at Groundwork has given me a place that’s super aligned with my goals and helps me focus.”
Read MoreHow WFH can negatively affect your mental health
‘I’m new to coworking and I didn’t realize how much I missed working in community with others until I started doing it again. Even just the short hellos and how are you doing check-ins mean a lot to me and almost immediately improve my mood and make me feel so welcome.”
Read MoreCoworking vs Working from Home: Which is better for focus?
These days, most of us are largely unsupervised at work. Whether we’re independent contractors or working hybrid at home, we need tools to stay focused. So when it comes to optimizing our focus, where should we work? Here are the pros and cons of coworking vs. working from home.
Read MoreCristina Pierce on the importance of consistency, staying organized, and doing what you are passionate about
“I am inspired by people who pursue their happiness. I admire those who can truly say that they wake up in the morning going to do what they are passionate about. That is what I am currently striving to achieve in my life both personally and professionally. “
Read MoreCoworking means Community
“I recently moved to New Bedford from Martha’s Vineyard and was struggling to find community in the area. I only knew a couple people and as an extrovert, I crave human connection, but was finding it difficult to create new friendships. I have always been social and had not anticipated it being hard for me to make new friends. I soon found out that making friends as an adult, in a new place, in the midst of a pandemic, was not easy!”
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