Hotels vs Hostels: The Coworking Identity Problem | S2 EP15

Hotels vs Hostels: The Coworking Identity Problem | S2 EP15

Author: Baseworx March 31, 2026 Duration: 18:08
If someone walked into your space for the first time, would they know straight away what kind of place it is or would they need a while to figure it out? Hotels and hostels both sell beds, nobody ever confuses the two. Coworking and flexible workspaces also both sell desks but plenty of operators are trying to be both at once and that is where it starts to get complicated. In this episode, Anne-Marie and Graham work through an analogy that sounds simple on the surface but opens up a lot once ...

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Duration: 5:12
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Tech Foundations for Thriving Coworking Spaces | S1 EP14 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:07
In this episode of Flex That Worx, Anne-Marie Murphy and Graham Clarke explore the pivotal role of technology in transforming coworking and flexible workspaces. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand, this…
Pricing Strategies For Your Coworking & Flex Space | S1 EP8 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:43
Welcome back to another episode of Flex That Worx, where we explore pricing strategies for coworking and flexible workspaces. We discuss how to set the right prices for desks, meeting rooms, and service bundles. The conv…
Branding Essentials for New Operators | S1 EP7 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:36
Welcome back to Flex That Worx, today we are speaking about Branding Essentials for New Operators. In this short episode, we focus on the unique challenges faced by smaller operators who are just starting out. With the m…