For some designers, a work space outside the home is a stamp of legitimacy. But a collective can offer so much more. It’s a safe place to discuss ongoing projects, a resource for new ideas and an opportunity to welcome clients into a professional atmosphere. In this episode BOD member LeAnne Bunnell She shares her journey running a cooperative work space. Then, we hear from Swati Goorha who runs a collective buying group with her partner Julie Anne Baur. If you’ve ever felt marginalized or squeezed by shrinking margins, you’ll love the conversation.

In this episode we learn:
- before you launch a collective, figure out what your intention is for the space
- remember to allow for staff, visiting vendors and client meetings when determining the size of the collective you want to join or open
- 5 must include considerations for your collective work space
- consider how many members you need to meet the financial commitments
- a buying collective can significantly increase profits on goods

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https://businessofdesign.com/podcasts/ep-102-cooperative-work-spaces-part2/