About a third of the workforce today is freelance – that’s about 55 million people working freelance in 2016 according to Upwork. Now, think about all the solo entrepreneurs, the small businesses, and the startups just getting their feet under them, and you’re going to figure in around another 27 million people. With so many…
The days of traditional office spaces and cubicles are steadily being taken over by a relatively new concept: coworking spaces. Coworking describes sharing and using a professional environment with professionals from different backgrounds, companies, and businesses. It’s essentially one big office space with all sorts of amenities and features that working professionals can use for…
Starting a business in Las Vegas? You’ve come to the right place! According to a 2017 report from the Kauffman Index, Vegas was listed as one of five U.S. metro areas with the highest startup activity. Thanks to recent revitalization efforts, low taxes, and a decent cost of living, the city has quickly become a…
Coworking spaces are where freelancers, small business owners, and entrepreneurs work in a shared space while avoiding the hassles of having their own office. The environment encourages them to be productive and gives access to amenities that are important tools in their careers. As a term, “coworking” gives off the impression that only working professionals…
It’s a brave new world out there, and remote working just might become the norm. We may know of an awesome alternative to working from home… 🤔
Whether you’re a business owner looking to save some money on office space or you’re a remote worker interested in trading your work from home bubble for a more social environment, a coworking space in Las Vegas could be just what you need. Coworking refers to a shared office space where multiple companies, freelancers, entrepreneurs,…
There are plenty of folks that are making the switch from traditional office work to flexible self-employment. Because of this, we’re seeing coworking spaces pop up all over the country. A space like this consists of one big office space that comes with amenities that entrepreneurial creatives can use for a price. Are coworking spaces…
Helping our frontline medical workers should be a priority for everyone right now during the pandemic. We’re trying to do our part.
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Friends of Work in Progress, At Work in Progress, like almost everyone, we are modifying operations due to COVID-19. Starting immediately, our front door will remain locked to visitors for the next couple of weeks. If you have an event currently scheduled and have any concerns about holding your event, please contact us to discuss…
A WeWork space in the Upper West Side of New York City closed unexpectedly, leaving 100 people without a workspace, according to a New York news website. According to the article, they were given no warning and had to find a new place to work in only a few days. WeWork acquired the coworking space…
Last year was interesting around Work in Progress! We had a great time hosting a wide variety of events in downtown Las Vegas, from dog parties, yes dog parties, to “thuggish ruggish bone” DJ listening parties. We thought it was unique to see Work in Progress used for so many different occasions and purposes. Here’s…
According to The Information and Vox, WeWork’s occupancy rate is down to 79 percent in the third quarter of 2019. That is down from 84 percent in 2018. The occupancy rate indicates how full WeWork locations are. If every desk at every location was filled, then they would be at 100% occupancy. The lower occupancy…
Working remotely comes with plenty of benefits, but even the best remote job has room for improvement. The start of a new year is a prime time to commit to making changes, so if you’re a remote worker, now’s the time to think about what you could be doing differently. These are some of the…
WeWork locations near you may soon shut down for good. CNBC reported this week that WeWork may be closing as many as 100 locations worldwide as they try to recover from their recent near bankruptcy. According to CNBC, they are reevaluating as many as 100 leases around the world and deciding which locations they will…
International Coworking Day is August 9, and we’re celebrating by opening our space up to all new members for only $5! It’s like Christmas for us coworking people. New members: Join us for $5! We are offering $5 coworking on International Coworking Day for new members who want to try out our shared workspace. Coffee,…
The 2018 NCAA Tournament is here, and that mean it’s time for the Work in Progress March Madness Bracket! It’s $5 per bracket submission, and the most accurate bracket wins a cash prize. The more entries, the bigger the prize. Anyone can enter, and everyone who submits a bracket is invited to the Championship Game…
In honor of the Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic Winter Games, we’re having our own WIP Office Olympic Games next week to get in the Olympian spirit! Throughout the week, members are invited (and strongly encouraged) to compete in a series of Olympic challenges. On Friday, WIP tenants and friends come together for a midday party where…
If you resolved to get your business together in 2018, Work in Progress is offering the tools and resources to help. Back by popular demand, WIP is offering free mentor hours to active members! One-on-one mentorship sessions last for 30 minutes and are available with mentors in a variety of industries and specialties. Different mentors…
The 7th Annual Walls360 Las Vegas CES Party comes to Work in Progress on Thursday, January 11 for an evening of networking, art, music, and technology. Walls360 has quite the evening planned for us. From 4 PM until 7 PM, share some joy at the Coloring Party with Best Buddies Nevada. Best Buddies is a…
Work in Progress is happy to welcome the Las Vegas Bloggers to our downtown coworking space. Their upcoming Meetup is scheduled from 6:30 PM through 8:30 PM on Tuesday, January 9, 2o18 to talk about Creating Killer Content & How to Monetize It – The Yin and Yang of Blogging 2018. About the Las Vegas Bloggers…
There are a ton of great food options around our office, and they’re constantly changing. Here’s a list of our classic staples for DTLV: Walking Distance: Evel Pie – Slice and a beer for $5. The Market – That little corner store has the best chicken salad sandwich we’ve ever had. Cous Cous – Walk up…
On Saturday, October 21, Paxful presents one of their monthly Blocknight events at Work in Progress in Downtown Las Vegas. If you’re unfamiliar with blockchain technology, that’s the stuff that makes Bitcoin work. Paxful is a company that facilitates transactions between Bitcoin owners. At Blocknight, attendees discuss cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and the applications of blockchain…
The tragedy in Las Vegas has deeply affected all of us in the community. As we collectively deal with the aftermath, all of us in Las Vegas are trying to come to terms with the unimaginable. And it’s not just Las Vegas – families and loved ones across the country have been impacted, and the ripple…
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