Office Space is The New "Cool" Space

 

This past week in class we were directed to read the first chapter of our textbook. It spoke about the types of offices one may be employed within. In this day in age we all have seen in one way or another the impact of Covid-19 and how it has changed the workplace. Some companies have continued to embrace these changes as they have found it may save the company money, some employees were happier to work from home or have the option to do so. When employees feel valued or happy in their position, they tend to have a higher output of work. It's a win-win all around. 

Personally, I much prefer an office setting with the option of being hybrid. Currently I am employed by a Software Development company that owns a Coworking company. My position can best be described as a Jack of All Trades. My official position is a Community Coordinator, but my responsibilities stretch through many avenues of work. I have the flex option of bringing my children to work or working from home. My youngest loves to come to my work! She enjoys hanging out in the conference room and watching TV. When the conference room is booked, we will head to our second Coworking location and she will watch TV in the kitchen. Through her perspective, the world of Coworking is amazing and filled with endless drinks and snacks! Which for members it is- it’s just more amazing through the set of a child’s eyes. My oldest, my bonus daughter, goes to school less than a five minute walk from my job. She has the ability to come to my work and focus on school work. She loves it! Drinks, snacks and a super sweet desk that can adjust to a standing desk so she doesn’t have to sit like she has been all day. 

I see my employment as an everyday responsibilities of my workload, but I’m thankful I can bring my children to work or stay home and work if need be. I truly love my job and my day to day differs. There are times I am moving furniture around to accommodate a drop-in, communicating with clients who are having issues with other clients and planning or taking notes in regards to a large state contract. In all honestly I do not prefer working from home as I feel it’s stressful because I focus on my at home responsibilities. I have laundry to do or put away. I need to organize my paperwork. My childrens' room needs attention. The list goes on and on. For some, they can work great at home but that is not me. Which is why it is imperative when applying for any position that you find one that works well for you as well as works well for the company. It's a give and take at the end of the day. The needs of the company and the employee are just as important. Which is why I find it is important that the two mesh well for each other.