Since the health crisis, remote work has emerged as an alternative to traditional offices. But is working from home really the best long-term option? More and more professionals are opting for shared workspaces or private offices in business centers. Here’s a practical comparison to help you choose the most effective solution for your business.
Remote work: Freedom and comfort, but beware of the limits
Working from home offers concrete advantages.
No commute time, organizational freedom, and personal comfort.
It reduces costs (gas, meals out) and allows for a better work-life balance.
But this approach quickly reveals its limitations:
Isolation, loss of motivation, domestic distractions, and difficulty concentrating.
It also makes it difficult to meet with clients or conduct a meeting in good conditions.
Constant remote work can harm productivity in the long term.
The professional workspace: A setting conducive to concentration
Coworking spaces or private offices offer an environment designed for work.
Stable internet connection, ergonomic desk, calm and studious atmosphere.
Services included: meeting rooms, coffee, cleaning.
These spaces allow for privacy, structured days, and better delineation of private life.
They also facilitate meetings between professionals, which boosts motivation.
Cost comparison: Less expensive than you think
Coworking is often more affordable than you might imagine.
An office starting at €199/month allows you to work in a professional setting with no hidden costs.
No long-term lease, everything is included.
Working from home seems free, but indirect costs add up: equipment, heating, electricity consumption, subscriptions.
You also have to factor in the lost income due to lower productivity.
Choose based on your profile and activity
There’s no single right answer. It all depends on the context.
A creative freelancer will benefit from a dynamic environment to connect and motivate themselves.
A consultant with client meetings must be able to accommodate clients in a professional setting.
A start-up entrepreneur will benefit from having a fixed framework to structure their days. They may also be able to benefit from assistance with their first venture.
Alternating between the two options can be a good solution, depending on the pace of the business, while remaining within the limit of the number of days allowed for remote working.
Conclusion: Investing in a real workspace improves performance
A profefsional space increases efficiency, comfort, and visibility of the business.
At Colors, solutions adapt to all budgets, with shared or private offices, available by the day or month.
A well-chosen office is a work tool that directly impacts productivity and the growth of the company.
