Companies need to create a business plan in order to outline their vision, strategy, goals and how they intend to achieve them. It is a written roadmap for the company, summarizing plans for its operations and growth. In this article, we will explore the importance of writing a business plan, review some examples, and provide you with a business plan outline so that you can get started on your own business plan.

We often read about startups raising tens of millions of dollars from venture capital firms to fuel their early-stage growth. But not all businesses require startup capital to get off the ground. In fact, there are plenty of ways to forge your path as an entrepreneur without a single penny to your name. That’s not to say it won’t be challenging, but it is possible – and if you have all the right ingredients and a savvy go-to-market strategy, then you can still reach the dizzying heights of success without any capital injection.

In today's fast-paced business world, many companies are looking for flexible and cost-effective office space solutions. Coworking spaces have become increasingly popular in recent years as they provide an affordable alternative to traditional office spaces. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of renting a coworking space, the average costs associated with these spaces, and the different types of coworking spaces available. We will also go over the process of renting a shared desk, private office, or team suite, as well as the office add-ons and conference rooms that are often included with these spaces.

Mindspace Park Ofer East in Petah Tikva is part of a growing trend to build flex offices outside of city centers, creating flexible and beautifully designed workplace environments that service large communities of high-tech workers.

Feedback is an essential tool to nurture staff development and maintain engagement. For employees, working their way up the career ladder requires regular constructive feedback. They need to understand their strengths and weaknesses in order to fulfill their potential. For employers, it’s just as important to give regular feedback to improve performance, foster professionalism and maintain a healthy and productive work culture.

Our dog-friendly culture at Mindspace helps us create a work environment that lowers stress, increases collaboration and boosts employee morale. Our recent pet photo-shoot at Mindspace locations across Munich helps show why our furry friends infuse more love and joy into our workday.

Company culture is at the heart of employee experience. It is made up of a combination of personality, core values and the behavior of an organization. A strong work culture is one that is motivating, nurturing and inclusive – which has a positive impact on innovation, productivity and employee retention. Culture dictates everything, from the way you feel about returning to work after the weekend, to how you react to any work issues that arise. Work culture can often separate the winners from the losers in a hyper competitive world where attracting and retaining the best talent is a constant challenge for companies.

These days you don’t have to be rebellious to opt for an alternative kind of office space. The emergence of flex office spaces and coworking hubs have opened the door to a new world of workplaces. With the use of more experimental interior design, and the inclusion of contemporary artwork, collections of vintage objects, neon signs, bright colors and plenty of foliage and fun signage, the world of work has had a dramatic makeover. Now that there is a variety of flexible office options available, the challenge is how to choose the right space for you and your company.

Finding the right office space for you and your team is a critical step for both company growth and employee happiness. Even in the new world of remote work, the office is still at the heart of a company’s culture. It plays a vital role in collaboration, collective innovation and worker wellbeing.

We’re going to focus on New Year’s resolutions for work. Because, hey, it’s only the place where we spend most of our waking hours of the day….

Imagine the atmosphere when more than 170 Mindspace employees gathered together in Berlin for the Mindspace annual offsite last week. Flying in from 7 countries, our employees had the opportunity to meet their coworkers face-to-face for some bonding, brainstorming and celebrating. 

Our trio of Community Managers at our flagship building in Ahad Ha'am are fully dedicated to helping cultivate the lifestyle that has become synonymous with the Mindspace employee experience. They take pride in being the point of contact for our local Mindspace community, and are full of tips for how to work hard and play hard at Mindspace Ahad Ha'am, and make the most of its unbeatable downtown location. 

The freelance workforce is constantly growing, with experienced professionals from a variety of sectors shifting into new modes of operation as independent contractors. While the default “work from home” setup might be perfect for some, many new freelancers find a lack of a dedicated work environment unsustainable over time.

With its welcoming community and vintage design vibes, Mindspace Hammersmith is a rising star in our global portfolio of locations. Read about why both home-grown and international businesses now call it home.

There’s no doubt about it, the energy and buzz of a coworking office is contagious. The boost of stimulation, collaboration and creativity you experience is better than a double espresso.

Where innovation meets diversity, Shoreditch is one of London's most eclectic and dynamic neighborhoods. With no shortage of restaurants and bars to choose from, Joseph Glenny, our Community Manager at Mindspace Shoreditch, gives us the low down on his favorite places to grab a bite to eat or mingle over afterwork drinks.

The advantages of coworking for tech companies are concrete and numerous. Tech companies that have already recognized this trend and belong to the global coworking community include Microsoft, Booking.com, Samsung, Siemens, and DB, to name a few.

If you haven’t already, then say goodbye to your potted plant, framed family picture, and regular office desk… and hello to hot desking. While it’s certainly not a new concept for freelancers and startups, hot desking is a trend now being embraced by companies of all shapes and sizes looking to infuse more efficiency, flexibility, and creativity into their employee experience.

True community building requires an open, inclusive and culturally diverse approach. Learn about the outreach by Helen Woldemichael, Community Manager at Mindspace Hammersmith, to mark Black History Month in the UK, and about the positive impact of sharing personal stories and celebrating different ethnic identities.

Thanks to coworking, both SMBs, and large enterprises are enjoying the huge relief that comes with completely doing away with a long list of overhead expenses

How can Mindspace help you do your job better? Carrie Filipetti founding Executive Director of The Vandenberg Coalition shares her experience at our lively Washington DC location. Read her thoughts about what makes Mindspace unique and why she continues to refer her peers to our offices.

On October 12th we hosted a Women in Tech business panel at our event space at Mindspace Shoreditch in London. The panelists were invited to share about what they wished they had known at the start of their tech careers. The event was a great success, the audience was really engaged in the discussion and refreshments, like pineapple cider by Brewdog-owned cider brand Hawkes, were enjoyed by all.

We are delighted to announce that Helen Woldemichael, Mindspace Hammersmith Community Manager, has been selected as the International Winner of the GWA’s Community Manager Award for Excellence in Hospitality. Congratulations to Helen and Mindspace Hammersmith!

The makeover process at the Elem foundation was led by Mindspace’s design team, with the intention of creating a safe and nurturing space where Elem community members could gather. They created a design plan to match its young inhabitants’ tastes and sensitivities. The work was focused on the ground floor which features a lounge and seating areas. The makeover went perfectly, transforming the place from an outdated building to a colorful, warm home for its young residents.

In an interview with i24NEWS, Mindspace CMO Efrat Fenigson talks about the flexible office space trends that accelerated during the pandemic. Benefiting both enterprises and landlords - flex is on the rise. Watch the full feature here.

Take this tour into the brief history of time of the expanding flexible workspace industry

A shared office space is all about collaboration, networking and inspiration. At the same time, it’s also about getting the work done, and keeping in mind that although your desk is your kingdom - you have a lot of neighbors to consider and work side by side with. With that in mind, we’re bringing you the 5 no-go’s to avoid when working in an open space, as well as what to do instead, from the wisdom of our lovely community managers around the globe.

Where can you find friends, navigate a new career and build a community? The answer is simple: social media. Emily Claire Hughes, Hamburg-based marketing storyteller and the organizer of the “Women of Influence” networking event at Mindspace Rödingsmarkt, shares her insights. Learn how women in business and other entrepreneurs can leverage social media for networking and community growth.

Is renting a flex office the right decision for your business? Andreas Fischer, CEO at minubo - a Mindspace member in Hamburg - shares his experience. Read his thoughts about coworking, starting from questions and doubts to his final decision of moving the company to a flexible office space.

TikTok or Instagram Reels? Which influencer should you work with? And is the Metaverse worth investing in? 2023 is fascinating in terms of social media trends and challenges. Karolina Kornacka, Head of Content and Social Media at Kamikaze Altavia Group - our member at Mindspace Koszyki in Warsaw - shares five insights worth paying attention to this year.

From promoting mental and physical health to showing employees how much they matter, ensuring employee wellbeing should be a top priority. Anat Zilberman, Mindspace Global Employee Experience Manager, provides five ways to boost employee wellbeing, along with useful examples to encourage wellness - and subsequently - productivity and engagement in the workplace.

What is it like to get up in the morning and go into the office at Mindspace Wanamaker? Our member Emily Hauser of Straker Translations shares her typical workday at her office space in Philadelphia. Learn about her Mindspace experience, and find out what’s so great about working flex in Philly.

It’s no secret that lunch is one of the most important parts of the workday, as well as a great office conversation starter. Jack Elder, Senior Community Manager at Mindspace San Francisco, shares his recommendations for some delicious lunch spots around Market Street. Warning: don’t read this on an empty stomach.

Showcasing some of the interesting players in the Israeli entrepreneurship landscape, The Ecosystem Project book was published to make an impact. As part of this fascinating mosaic that influences both on a local and global scale, Mindspace had the honor of being featured under the ‘Hubs’ section. We asked Erez Gavish, one of the book’s creators, why he decided to go ahead with this project. Read the full interview here.

This year’s Earth Day theme is ‘invest in our planet’. And what a better way to make a meaningful impact than to start developing Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) standards in your organization? Mindspace Director of Strategy and Corporate Development spills all the beans about how to bring ESG initiatives to the company’s table. Read this guide, and let’s invest in our planet and community together.

Walking to work has loads of benefits. And if you live and work in Berlin, the benefits are even greater. Let Mindspace community manager Ina Schmitz walk you through her daily walking route through Berlin Mitte, filled with sightseeing and good vibes. Put on your walking shoes and read.

Companies Talks hosted a virtual event about the history of Amazon in collaboration with Mindspace London. Find out how this e-commerce empire started out as a crazy adventure in an empty garage, and discover the connection between its impressive success and dopamine.

The theme for International Women’s Day 2022 is #BreakTheBias. An implicit bias is an unconscious tendency to pick one gender, race or another group over another. At Mindspace we can proudly say that employees are hired and promoted according to their capabilities, leaving any bias behind. We asked our executives what men can do to break the gender bias at the workplace. Read their responses, and watch a riddle that might put your preconception to the test.

How to be a successful leader, and keep your employees motivated? Leadership coach and Mindspace Hamburg member Paul Weißhaar has recently published his first book, “The Chameleon Method”, where he spills the beans about being a good leader. We asked him for tips and advice on good leadership and its importance in today’s professional environment. Read the full interview.

Mindspace’s very first Israeli location out of the city recently opened its doors. After a long time of coworking and flexible office spaces being associated with prominent cities and urban areas, leaving the hustle and bustle behind gives a breath of fresh air with its countryside charm. We asked five of the first members who joined Mindspace Yakum about their experience so far. Find out why they chose this location, and how they believe flex contributes to their companies’ growth.

You may get their welcoming smiles at the reception, spot them hurrying down the hall to solve yet another challenge or see them bringing in a tasty treat for the weekly Happy Hours. To celebrate Community Manager Appreciation Day, we interviewed a few of our rock stars who create an all-around amazing customer experience for Mindspace members around the world. Find out what they like most about their job.

What is your favorite Christmas movie? We asked some of our community managers around the world which Christmas movies hit the top of their list, and you’d be surprised at some of their picks. From funny (not to say, hilarious) films to heartwarming, romantic classics - here are the top Christmas movies recommended by Mindspace community managers.

As more and more workers are heading back into the office post-pandemic, there is an evident demand for workplace flexibility. One trending approach, although not new, is the hub-and-spoke work model or the use of satellite offices. Part of the office hub-and-spoke work model, satellite offices offer many advantages for both employers and employees, as companies reach beyond the city’s boundaries - and sometimes even beyond the borders. Here is everything you need to know about satellite offices, and why your company should explore this option.

Deliberating between a regular office and a flexible office (aka coworking)? This is a must-read for you.

Mindspace’s secret rooms got some screen time on Israel’s Channel 13. From a podcasting studio to a rooftop for yoga activities and even a nap room, our Ahad Ha’am branch has it all. Watch the full feature here.

On October 10th - World Mental Health Day - people all around the globe raise awareness on the importance of mental health with the mission to educate others. This year’s theme for World Mental Health Day is ‘Mental Health in an Unequal World’, highlighting unequal access to mental health care that for a large part is due to governmental and public responses to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ever since its foundation in 2014, Mindspace has been driven by its unique DNA and love for art and quirky design. For the recent opening of our La Guardia branch, we followed Dari Shechter, VP Creative and Design at Mindspace, for a peek behind the scenes and to better understand the process of 'How We Decorate Mindspace'. Experience the journey as we walk through the Jaffa Flea Market in Tel Aviv and she has a heart-to-heart with local business owners who struggled during the many lockdowns of the pandemic.

Over the years, people have come to prioritize their work over their health, family time and - above all - themselves. While the sense of ‘being busy all the time’ might make you happy at first, at some point it will catch up on you. And if you’ve long skipped the happy part and it’s already affecting your mental health - and physical health - it’s time to rethink and shift your priorities.

What changes are we noticing from the occupiers' demands compared to that of a year ago? As lockdowns are phasing out, what market trends are taking shape? And finally, how do we see the London office market adapting to these demands? Listen to this podcast led by Danny Babington with guests Freddie Case and Greg Miley as they answer the above questions and deep-dive into the London commercial real estate market and, more specifically, the flex office market.

Work from home was fun, until it wasn't. After a long period of flexibility and working in PJs, people started missing in-person meetings, face-to-face interactions with colleagues and even the water-cooler gossip. When reality as you knew it changed so much, can you truly go back to the old way of working?

There’s something very powerful about people gathering in one place for the same purpose. Fighting for a shared conviction. Standing up against oppression. To mourn. To love. Pride Month isn’t just about colorful parades. It’s about acknowledging the fights that so many people fought for equality and tolerance towards all forms of sexual orientation, identities and personal expression. And yet sadly enough, we’re still fighting homophobia, transphobia and biphobia today because, it hasn’t vanished from the world. And the workplace is no exception. So what can all of us do to support the queer community - especially around the workplace, where many of us are still hushing up difficult topics such as discrimination?

The hybrid workplace works for both small businesses who don’t need their own office, and for big ones with dispersed staff.

Mindspace CEO sheds light on how Design Thinking is reshaping the office real estate industry

Nicoleta Danu, founder of Faces of Munich, talked to us about video marketing, and why it is an amazing marketing tool to advertise yourself and your business.

Every year 8 million tons of plastic end up in our oceans – by 2050 there will be more plastic than fish in the oceans. In order to preserve nature and improve our quality of life, it is enough to start with a few simple, yet effective habits.

At the simplest level, renewable energy allows us to dramatically reduce society’s CO2 emissions. But it also helps to improve air quality that suffers from the particulate matter and polluting gases that inevitably come from burning fossil fuels.

We’d like to share some bold predictions for the year ahead from some of our favorite, highly experienced colleagues, alongside those from our esteemed leaders. We spoke to experts from the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Poland, Germany, Romania, and the USA.

Can indoor cycling improve your intellect? Could squats make you more successful? Will weight lifting make you wealthy? Science suggests that if you start working out regularly, you won’t just boost your health and fitness – you’ll make gains at work and in other areas of your life.

Oliver Aust, author and CEO of Eo Ipso, talked to us about personal branding, and why becoming unignorable is about helping others rather than promoting yourself.

A brief look into the history of coworking — a work trend long on the rise, bringing together professionals from across all industries to form inter-connected communities

Coworking spaces are currently disrupting the traditional office and the advantages for tech innovators are concrete and numerous.

The lessons learned from the experience of working from home during COVID-19 offer an unprecedented opportunity to rethink the future of the physical workplace. Workspace designers have an important role to play.

Flex space could save companies up to 60 percent in costs, which can be invested in building the business. In such a challenging time from a financial perspective, that’s significant. Rather than gambling, there’s now an algorithm to better understand your office space investment risks.

The Corona crisis makes it clearer than ever: our working world no longer functions as it does at present. It must become more flexible and agile in order to continue to satisfy employees and offer them a good working environment.

How Relatable makes influencer marketing become the center of all marketing efforts or become an essential and integrated part of the overall media mix for brands. 

Easily compare the cost of a traditional office lease versus a flexible office solution and have the data to make an informed decision

Easily compare the cost of a traditional office lease versus a flexible office solution and have the data to make an informed decision

Easily compare the cost of a traditional office lease versus a flexible office solution and have the data to make an informed decision

Easily compare the cost of a traditional office lease versus a flexible office solution and have the data to make an informed decision

Easily compare the cost of a traditional office lease versus a flexible office solution and have the data to make an informed decision

Easily compare the cost of a traditional office lease versus a flexible office solution and have the data to make an informed decision

Easily compare the cost of a traditional office lease versus a flexible office solution and have the data to make an informed decision

Easily compare the cost of a traditional office lease versus a flexible office solution and have the data to make an informed decision

Easily compare the cost of a traditional office lease versus a flexible office solution and have the data to make an informed decision.

We ran a survey of over 1,000 members across all of our locations in the US, Europe, and Israel, revealing anxieties, intentions and changing habits as employees in the western world begin to return to the office since the virus took hold.

Applied, a global software company that provides unbiased recruitment tools that help businesses implement a fair and inclusive hiring process, was starting to grow and like many startups that are scaling, needed a bigger and better office accommodations.

Yes, we know. A large communal shared open space, full of people. Most of these people are freelancers or small startups. Maintaining social distancing or privacy in such an environment is a challenge. Now think again.

Now, more than ever, we understand how important our health is. Staying healthy is easy to do when we know what food to avoid and what food to eat every day in order to balance our immune system, get rid of unwanted fat, and boost our vitality.

Today, mastering communications is not simply a matter of adding another string to your bow. Communication has become a fundamental or hard skill not just for communicators, but also for CEOs, executives, and anyone with ambition.

Working from home only, without an office environment, is only a short-term solution as it proves to be challenging in various aspects, predominantly due to our need in human connection, as we are clearly social creatures.

As part of an experiment to explore the human mind, we asked 22 people to solve the same riddle and recorded their responses. Can you find the solution to this riddle?

Red hearts, roses, chocolates — they’re all over the place on Valentine’s Day. And while it’s great that there’s a special day to celebrate love, how can we make it work at the office?

We spoke with Dor Lev, who’s in charge of basically everything related to keeping Mindspace locations running smoothly.

From cubicles and private offices to open spaces and the rise of freelancing and the gig economy, the nature of work today would be unrecognizable to anyone who retired just two decades ago. We sometimes laugh at the people who predicted, decades ago, that everyone would own a flying car and butler robot by 2000.

Think you can’t be bothered to have a plant in the office? Maybe it’s time to rethink that. Plants not only look good, but they can have some real actual impacts on your life in the office. Read on to find out more.

New Year’s has come and gone. And with that, maybe so have some of our resolutions to eat better this year. But it’s not too late! Winter is the perfect time to whip up a simple, healthy, fresh lunch you can take to work.

Think coworking space is just for freelancers and startups? Think again. Major leading companies around the world are putting departments or select teams in coworking spaces so they can realize the benefits of these creative, innovative environments.

Michał Kwinta, Senior Community Manager at Mindspace Warsaw, was recently featured in an interview with Newseria, the Polish multimedia information agency. Michał talked about Mindspace’s recent Happiness Survey and what happiness means for workers in Poland.

For the new year, we’ve decided to focus on things we can do, every day, that can make a positive impact on the environment. As a global community, we recognize the collective impact that individual steps can have, all over the world.

New year, new decade. There’s no better time to pause and make sure you’re continuing to grow professionally. Whether you’ve been working for 2 years or 20, there are always things you can do to make sure you’re moving forward. Here are few goals to put on your list for the next 12 months. Because you’re going to make 2020 a great one!

We sat down for a chat with Lily Stanger from the design team at Mindspace. Hear what’s involved in her work, her favorite spaces, and her design tips. Read on…

Here are a few tips for last-minute coworker gifts that you can get, while keeping your sanity and maybe even enjoying yourself, too.

If you appreciate living a healthy lifestyle, eating foods that make you feel good and incorporating mindfulness, yoga, and meditation into your life, then there is a lot you can learn from Jasmin Jeß, our Mindspace Hamburg member and founder of Prana Up Your Life.

What can you do so that people at work not only survive the holiday season, but actually enjoy it? Here are some ideas to cover all the personalities in your office, so that everyone is happy.

We all know Kreuzberg and Prenzlauer Berg have amazing restaurants on almost every corner, but you’ll be surprised at the great lunch-places Friedrichstraße has to offer.

We surveyed 5,000 people around the world and asked them how they feel about work — what they look forward to at the office every day, what matters most to them at their jobs, and what their employers do for them.

Though there’s no fighting the clock or the season, there are still a few things we can do to bring a little light to our winter lives. Even before the holiday lights start twinkling.

One of the most illustrative failures of all time: The Titanic. In fact, its story offers eerie parallels between the behavior of the ship’s team and that of teams in today’s at-risk companies.

is incredible to see how much lighting plays a part in our efficiency and creativity at work. As humans, our daily life cycles and metabolisms are closely linked to the light in our environment.

The elevator pitch is both a practical tool and one that can help you better define your business and its values. The process of writing one should make you evaluate and recognize the core attributes of your company or product, and decide upon the message that best serves it.

Are these morning routines the secrets to achieving massive entrepreneurial success, and the building of an epic, everlasting empire? Now is your time to find out. Mindspace discovers what it takes to get the following magnates out of bed. Watch and learn, folks.

Because music is such an abstract art form, the way we listen to music is very subjective and what puts one person in a focused state can be completely distracting for someone else.

Worried about catching a cold as the temperature drops? Here are some tips to help prevent you from getting sick this winter.

Working in different locations has a lot of advantages, and can be a catalyst for progress as we’re constantly presented with inspiration, without having to search for it

From the width of the corridors to the color of the lampshades, the interior design of an office is very influential when it comes to a company’s performance and its impression on visitors

Meet Edita Lobaciute, our Global Community Lead. Edita is one of those people who just seems born for her current job. You know you’re well-loved at work when someone dresses up as you at the office costume party. And wins. Introducing our fabulous Edita…

We have all the tools we need, we just don’t use them all the time. By practicing only some small mindfulness exercises throughout the day, you can get your mind to focus on what’s in front of you

Recruiting new employees? — Be careful not to fall into one of the five most common mistakes in recruiting.

When people are your top priority, choosing the right office environment becomes the main criteria.

Brokers stand to benefit from the ‘office building of the future’, which will contain a percentage of flexible workspace.

The benefits of social support within a coworking environment and how it can lead to improved performance.

It’s been recognized that today’s companies, whether budding startups or established enterprises, need to invest in creating their own unique culture, and nurture it.

We’ve all been there: the clock hits 3:30 pm and so begins the long stretch to finish your workday while trying to maintain your productivity. Other than going for your third (or fourth) cup of coffee, here are five ways to boost your energy, refocus your mind, and end your workday on a high.

Redbubble opts for coworking to grow at ease while expanding their team based in Berlin.

Thanks in part to films like “Office Space,” the way we work has changed for the better. Largely overlooked by critics in its own time, Mike Judge’s 1999 movie “Office Space” has become a cult classic, striking a nerve in any office worker who has ever seen it.ה

In our “Down The Road” series, we review places of interest and leisure surrounding Mindspace locations, so you can get the most out of the city.

[Exclusive Interview]: Mindspace VP Create & Design, Dari Shechter, dishes on design inspiration, stories, and insights that make each space special.

Fresh Survey of D.C. Office Workers uncovers what you can do to keep your teams satisfied and productive and lure in the best talent

We’re rounding up the literature leaderboard with some of our top picks for startup founders and those entrepreneurially minded. Check out this shortlist for books on how to develop a winning product, foster effective teams, create a thriving company culture, and guarantee the future success of the companies you build.

With over 1,000 foreign companies, learn why Utrecht is one of Europe’s most competitive regions, and why it may be time your organization sets up shop.

Fresh Report on Office Worker Needs uncovers what you can do to keep your teams satisfied and productive

Attracting millennials to your company; everyone is talking about it, but how can you make sure your company is really doing it.

Big-picture issues exist for Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) when selecting a workspace. Will the new location and set up help us drive forward the mission and serve our constituents?

Each business aims to have a fully engaged workforce. After all, engaged workers produce more, are less likely to quit, and are more likely to go the extra mile to make customers happy. But what does employee engagement actually mean?

The idea of starting a business alone is not a new one, and in the world of tech innovation it’s extremely common, but it’s a good idea to clearly define your envisioned role within your company.

Studies have shown that design-led organizations significantly outperform those that are not design-led, over the long term. Discover how your agency can integrate Design Thinking principles to catapult creativity and innovation.