Why You Should Ditch Your Dining Table for a Coworking Space This New Financial Year
Here's how to swap your WFH setup for a serious upgrade.
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Post-pandemic, the remote work dream was simple: ditch the commute, work in pyjamas, maybe squeeze in a midday run or load of washing. But after a few years, it turns out working completely from home isn't all it's cracked up to be. It can be lonely, hard to switch off and, let's be honest, not always that productive.
In fact, while 77% of employees say hybrid work improves their work-life balance, many also report the downsides: lack of social collaboration and feeling of disconnection between colleagues. It's no wonder coworking spaces are becoming more popular, and why small business owners and freelancers are trading in the dining table for a more functional, flexible setup.
Enter: Servcorp. With 22 coworking spaces across Australia and Aotearoa, Servcorp blends the best of both worlds. The flexibility of working remotely, with the structure, community and premium amenities of a traditional office. The difference? You're not locked into a lease, stuck in a cubicle, or battling your cat for desk space.
The Downside of Remote Work
Remote work has its perks, but without structure, it's easy to spiral. One minute you're answering emails in bed, the next you haven't spoken to another human in three days. Add in the unreliable internet, lack of proper meeting rooms and the temptation of TikTok breaks, and suddenly "flexibility" starts feeling more like chaos. Coworking spaces fix that. You still get control over your schedule and the option to work from home when it makes sense for you, but you also gain a work environment that's purpose-built for productivity, collaboration and getting the job done.
Work Life Balance That's Actually Balanced
The biggest coworking myth? That it's just a room full of people on laptops not talking to each other. At Servcorp, it's designed to be the opposite. The spaces are intentionally built to support collaboration and real work-life balance, where you have a clean, quiet space to work and catch up with colleagues, and then can leave it all behind when you walk out the door. Servcorp's coworking packages include access to high-end meeting rooms, breakout spaces, premium espresso machines, and helpful reception teams to make the work day feel fun and restore home as a place you can actually relax in.
More Just Than a Desk
One thing that sets Servcorp apart is its top-tier infrastructure. You'll get fast, secure internet (the kind that doesn't crash mid-meeting), an in-house IT team that knows what they're doing, and a dedicated support crew to ensure everything runs smoothly. In other words, it's a workspace you can trust to back you up, whether presenting to a new client, launching your brand, or just trying to make it through Monday.
A Community You'll Want to Be a Part Of
Freelancers, solo founders and remote teams often say the same thing: it's hard to network when you're isolated at home. At a coworking space, you're automatically plugged into a community of like-minded people. There are regular networking events, shared lounges to casually chat with new people, and a built-in support system that doesn't feel forced or awkward. Collaboration is best when it happens organically: over coffee, in the lift, or while trying to work out how the printer works (some things never change).
No Long-Term Lock Ins
Whether you need a desk once a week, a few times a month, or Monday to Friday, Servcorp's flexible coworking and virtual office packages have you covered. It's ideal for growing businesses, startups and hybrid teams who want access to a professional space without the hassle and overheads of a traditional lease — plus, enjoy your first month free with no deposit.
You can even choose your location — from a city-view suite in Melbourne's Collins Street to a harbourside spot in Circular Quay, or central locations in Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and more.
So if you are looking to level up your work life this new financial year, it might be time to retire the dining table. Servcorp gives you the facilities, community and freedom to take your work setup to the next level, without sacrificing the flexibility you've come to love.
Servcorp has 22 premium coworking spaces across Australia and Aotearoa. Explore flexible packages and find your closest location on the Servcorp website.
By Elise Cullen
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