Are you one of the many freelancers or independent contractors looking for a new work environment? As someone who recently jumped from a home office to a co-working space, I'd like to share some insights with you. While both options have pros and cons, I've been extremely pleased with my co-working experience so far. Not only do I get to work in a collaborative and inspiring setting, but I also get the chance to network with other professionals in my field. It's been a game changer for me, and I recommend considering this type of flexible workspace if you need a change. In this podcast, I've talked about: ·       Exploring the concept of co-working spaces and their benefits.·       My Personal Experience and the Advantages of working outside a home office.·       Pros and cons of a home office environment.·       Benefits of co-working spaces: social interaction, networking, reduced distractions, psychological separation, change of scenery.·       Cons of co-working spaces: cost, commuting, carrying equipment. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of the podcast, use the following links for more of my work and some valuable resources to get you started on your branding initiatives. Until the next episode!  WEBSITE:http://www.philipvandusen.com   THE BRAND•MUSE NEWSLETTER:  http://www.philipvandusen.com/muse   THE BRAND DESIGN MASTERS FACEBOOK GROUP:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/branddesignmasters/  YOUTUBE CHANNEL:http://www.youtube.com/c/PhilipVanDusen   TWITTER:https://twitter.com/philipvandusen   PINTEREST:https://www.pinterest.com/philipvandusen   FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/verhaalbranddesign  BRAND STRATEGY 101 COURSE:https://philipvandusen.com/bs101 Affiliate Partners: Bring Your Own Laptop - Adobe Training with Daniel Scotthttps://www.byol.me/philip   InVideohttps://bdmpodcast.com/invideoDiscount Code: "PHILIP50" Tubebuddyhttps://wwwtubebuddy.com/philipvandusen   ____________________________ The Brand Design Masters Podcast targets entrepreneurs, designers, creative professionals and anyone interested in brand strategy, business planning, graphic design, personal branding, trends and marketing. Philip VanDusen is the owner of Verhaal Brand Design, a brand strategy and design agency based in New Jersey. Philip is a highly accomplished creative executive and expert in brand strategy, graphic design, marketing and creative management. Philip provides design, branding, marketing, career and business advice to creative professionals, entrepreneurs and companies on building successful brands for themselves and the clients and customers they serve.