CoLab Orlando

Just checked out CoLab Orlando for the first time today and I must say I like the concept a lot. The idea behind CoLab is akin to that of a hostel, but instead of sleeping among random strangers – you get to work with them in a shared office environment. Just bring your laptop, find a place to sit, and you’re good to go.

For the self-employed, the idea of CoLabing is great. It gives you the chance to get out of the house, change up your routine, and get motivated by being around other people. Mind you, there is a membership fee, but for what you get, I think its well worth the money (plus, you get your own downtown office! can you say Baller??)

For me, CoLab solves one of the two main problems that i faced with being self-employed: one – regular income and two – being around people. Had CoLab been around when I was laid-off last year, I could easily still be freelancing today.

Apart from helping the self-employed, CoLab also helps to foster and grow the tech community within Orlando (something that is very important to me) by giving those who work here a sense of community and connection. Now that’s awesome!