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Benefits of Co-Working in Remote and Hybrid Workplaces with Taylor Harrington

9/18/2023 • 19 min

Taylor Harrington, Head of Community at Groove, joins Wayne Turmel to discuss the concept of co-working and how it can be applied in both physical and online spaces. They explore the benefits of co-working, such as accountability, social connection, and the opportunity to meet new people. Taylor explains how Groove facilitates online co-working sessions, matching individuals with similar interests and goals. She emphasizes the importance of transparency and vulnerability in building meaningful connections. Taylor also highlights the value of physical co-working spaces in providing a change of environment and fostering community. Key Takeaways 1. Co-working provides accountability, social connection, and a sense of community for remote workers. 2. Groove offers online co-working sessions, matching individuals with similar interests and goals. 3. Transparency and vulnerability are essential in building meaningful connections. 4. Physical co-working spaces provide a change of environment and opportunities for community building. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to the show and topic of co-working 01:26 Groove app provides online co-working sessions for freelancers 03:23 Difference between co-working on Groove and team-focused platforms 05:01 Groove attracts users who don't have coworkers and want connection 06:40 Overcoming the initial discomfort of co-working with strangers 08:58 Exploring activities and sprints to get started with co-working 09:38 Benefits of using a platform like Groove for remote work 10:01 Ease into remote work by sharing goals and achievements online 10:30 Start using Groove with a friend or coworker 11:19 Importance of commonality and transparency in remote work connections 12:08 The challenge of connecting with coworkers in remote teams 13:42 The advantage of working in a curated co-working space 14:47 The struggle of finding meaningful connections in physical co-working spaces 16:30 The availability of co-working spaces for digital nomads 17:08 Alternatives to physical co-working spaces, like coffee shops 18:27 Ways to connect and provide feedback to the podcast hosts Related Episodes How to Make Hybrid Offices Work with Stan Meshkov Virtual Office Spaces with Rajiv Ayyangar Building Connections as a Digital Nomad with Liz Scully Featured Guest Name: Taylor Harrington What She Does: Head of Community at Groove About: Taylor Harrington is the Head of Community at Groove, an app that brings the concept of co-working online. She is passionate about creating connections and helping people feel a sense of community, both online and in-person. Taylor has experience in physical co-working spaces and understands the value they bring to remote workers. Additional Resources Learn more about Groove https://www.linkedin.com/in/heytayhar/ https://twitter.com/heytayhar Learn more about Wayne Turmel Email Wayne Turmel Connect with Wayne Turmel on LinkedIn Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Leader Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Teammate Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Team The Kevin Eikenberry Group Order The Long-Distance Team Remote leadership experts, Kevin Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel, help leaders navigate the new world of remote and hybrid teams to design the culture they desire for their teams and organizations in their new book! https://longdistanceteambook.com/ Your Host Wayne Turmel: Master Trainer and Coach for The Kevin Eikenberry Group, co-author of The Long-Distance Leader: Rules for Remarkable Remote Leadership and The Long-Distance Teammate: Stay Engaged and Connected While Working Anywhere, and trainer of remote teams for over twenty years. Read More... Subscribe to Long-Distance Worklife wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate the show 5 stars and leave a review! Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longdistanceworklife/ YouTube: https:/

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