January 26, 2023
Tips for New Business Owners
Tips for new business owners may not seem hard to come by. If you're like many entrepreneurs, you were no doubt inundated with how to get your new company off the ground. But…
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News from CoLab.
Updates, tips, and stories from our members and the team at 55 Merritt.
November 3, 2022
Will Returning to the Office Fully Ever Happen?
Returning to the office remains a source of contention between employees and employers in almost every industry. The pandemic showed us not only that employees could be relied…
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Time Management Tips for Coworking Spaces
Let’s face it, most of us could use help with time management even under normal circumstances. But the same benefits that make coworking facilities so beneficial for…
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Boost Productivity in Coworking Spaces
Trying to boost productivity while working in the common area of a coworking space can be challenging if you are easily distracted. But there are simple things you can do. We…
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Podcasting for Small Businesses
Podcasting is the buzzword in just about every industry and for every topic you can imagine. You probably even listen to a few podcasts yourself. But have you ever considered…
Read more →June 10, 2022
Coworking Myths and The Facts
According to a Harvard Business Review, believing in coworking myths has in the past prevented workers from seeing the benefits of these innovative spaces. Today, though, more…
Read more →May 13, 2022
Coworking Trends in 2022
To understand coworking trends in 2022, it helps to look at the industry’s most recent history. It’s come a long way since its beginning in the mid-2000s. It grew slowly, but…
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Why Small Businesses Prefer Coworking Facilities
Why do small businesses prefer coworking facilities? Because coworking spaces and small businesses are a winning combination. In the startup stage and beginning stages of your…
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Etiquette for Video Calls and Virtual Meetings
Etiquette for video calls? Sounds like something we all think we’re already good at. But there's more to it than remembering to wear pants or keeping the cat off the keyboard.…
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Coworking Space or Home Office - Which Is Better?
Is a coworking space or a home office a better place to work? Well, that depends on your priorities, your goals and the space you have. You’ve probably heard the expression “My…
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Social Media Tips for Small Businesses
No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, having a presence on social media is crucial to increase your brand awareness and to boost leads and sales. Whether you…
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Hiring the Right Freelancers - Outsourcing 101
As an entrepreneur, new business owner or solo practitioner, there’s no doubt your company will need to rely on the talents of freelancers for one project or another. Finding…
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CoLab Out-Performs Flexible Workspace Market
New Haven Area Coworking Space Shows Record Growth Trumbull, CT July 27, 2021 – CoLab, Trumbull’s only dedicated coworking facility, posted record growth from May 2020 to May…
Read more →October 29, 2020
Networking Tips for Coworking Spaces
You’ve finally moved your business out of your house or the local coffee shop. Now your plan is to close your office door or pop on some headphones to minimize distractions and…
Read more →October 15, 2020
The Silver Lining of Working Remotely in 2020
Optimists say every cloud has a silver lining, but with the pandemic of 2020, it’s been hard to find one. Some would argue the bright side is that we all appreciate our…
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Advantages of Coworking for Start-Ups
Whether you are an entrepreneur, an independent contractor or a small business owner with just a few workers, the advantages of coworking are changing how and where people…
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Coworking - Solving the Challenges of Working Remotely
For now, COVID case numbers are slowly declining in the Northeast. But experts forecast that remote working is here to stay. Remote working quickly became the necessary way to…
Read more →July 22, 2020
CoLab @ 55 Merritt Experiencing Impressive Growth in Membership as Connecticut Business Offices Start to Reopen
PRNewsWire: The new coworking facility allows workers to get out of their homes and businesses to de-densify as the state recovers from the COVID-19 quarantine TRUMBULL, Conn.,…
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