Work. Meet. Thrive.

According to Coworking Insights and Optix, 47% of remote workers experience loneliness and isolation. Coworking spaces help entrepreneurs, content creators, and remote workers build a sense of community that they would otherwise lack. At RiverWorks Coworking, we have several ways to connect with other members of our coworking community and actively improve your mental health. Case in point? We offer at least one social event per month in our space.

Let’s face it: a lot of people are less productive when they’re working from home because their attention is split. Between dirty dishes in the sink and the laundry that needs to get folded, it’s tempting to put your attention anywhere but the work you have at hand.

One of the key benefits that RiverWorks Coworking members report is increased productivity. In fact, a GCUC study found that 84% of people who coworked felt productive in that space. Anecdotally, several of our members have shared that coming to RiverWorks helps them get away from distractions at home or the clutter that’s otherwise surrounding them.

For many remote workers, one of the biggest challenges about working from home is the lack of structure. At RiverWorks Coworking, our members don’t feel this way because they receive a curated work experience. While all of our monthly members receive 24/7 keycard access to the space, our Community Manager is actively on-site on weekdays during standard business hours.

But it’s more than that. Our space is designed to be comfortable, but professional. From the the snacks we stock at our coffee bar to the local art displays on our walls, everything is carefully selected to enhance your experience when you’re in our space. Our team meets semiannually to review which amenities bring the most value to members and get feedback about how we can give you a work experience (not just a workspace) that helps you do great work, meet great people, and thrive.

As a remote worker or entrepreneur, finding opportunities to expand your professional network can be challenging. For example, meetup groups are often more social than professional, and there’s also a lot of turnover in who attends those events and are part of that group.

So what’s a remote worker, entrepreneur, or content creator to do?

Our team at RiverWorks partners closely with Dixon Chamber of Commerce & Main Street to support business owners, tourism, and a thriving community. In fact, if you’re a Chamber member, you may be eligible for our business incubator program. But more than that, we offer monthly networking events with an intimate atmosphere so you can get to know other business owners, startups, and creatives.

Even better? Some of these networking events are open to the public, so you get to know even more people with whom you’d normally not cross paths… at no additional cost to you.

When you’re working from home, you’re responsible for purchasing many of the resources you need. Sure, you might get a tech budget, but what if you need to print documents? Or if you need Post-It notes or a highlighter to really get the most out of one of your meetings?

One of the benefits of being a member of our Dixon IL coworking space is getting access to business resources. We have a full-color printer onsite, and our members receive these services at a minimal cost. In addition, we have office and shipping supplies centrally located for our members to use or borrow, as needed.

And while coffee and tea on-demand doesn’t really count as a business resource, it sure doesn’t hurt either.

Normally, when you rent an office, there are several expenses to consider. Not only are you paying for the office space, but you have to factor in other ancillary costs like insurance, maintenance, and utilities. Depending on the size of office you want to lease, your utilities could cost anywhere from $100-$300+ per month. And that’s not including high-speed WiFi.

At RiverWorks Coworking, your membership is affordable. You don’t have to worry about making multiple payments per month, unless you’re buying extra credits to use one of our shared spaces, or you’re paying for our low-cost printing services. You’re not responsible for paying any of the bills or utilities on time. And we have a local commercial cleaner come in on a regular basis, so you don’t even have to worry about hiring someone to  clean your space or schedule time on your calendar to do it yourself.

When you add in all of the amenities we provide in our Dixon IL coworking space, it truly is more affordable (and convenient) to become a member with us. Tour our space today, and tell us which space is the best fit for you!

One of the best aspects of a coworking community is having a dedicated person to support you within the space. Our Community Manager at RiverWorks Coworking, Chance Munroe, is there not only to brew coffee and organize networking events for our members, but also to be a listening ear and provide support and guidance. Think of our Community Manager as your cheerleader, coach, friend, and ultimate coworker.

When you’re spending time in our space, and especially as a member, you can be certain that you’ll have the emotional support you need to do focused work and thrive. In fact, our Community Manager even makes it a point to touch base with each of our members as-needed just to make sure everyone feels heard, seen, and supported.

Benefit from this support yourself when you join our community today.