Remote work has been sold as the ultimate dream—no commute, pajamas all day, and total flexibility.
Unfortunately for many, the reality is far from perfect. Productivity takes a hit, mental health suffers, and work-life balance becomes a juggling act you just can’t master.
Thankfully, coworking is here to solve it.
Here are the 5 top challenges of working from home and how coworking in Tulsa helps you crush them.
1. Social Isolation
Humans aren’t built just to work and stare at a screen all day.
You need people. Whether you’re a student or entrepreneur, you need to surround yourself with other people like you who are working hard. This is especially true for social butterflies, but even if you’re not, isolation affects mental health and motivation.
A coworking in Tulsa space, like Catalyst Coworking, provides a built-in community.
Whether it’s chatting with someone over coffee or joining a group study session, these spaces encourage social interaction. For example, Catalyst’s coffee shop and lounge areas allow members to connect casually while still staying productive and enjoying some exclusive African coffee and desserts. Catalyst also has non-traditional work desks and truly the best coworking members (I fire anyone who acts like a jerk).
I promise you, when you’re surrounded by driven individuals, you’ll naturally feel more energized and supported.
2. Distractions at Home
JPMorgan Chase, Amazon, Meta, and even the US Federal Government have all pulled the plug on working from home because of how disastrous it’s been for productivity.
Home offices come with endless interruptions. There are doorbells, pets, kids, and even the temptation of your TV or PlayStation nearby. Even with a dedicated office, staying focused can feel impossible when you’re juggling household responsibilities.
Recently, I signed up a new coworking member at Catalyst Coworking who was a dad working from home who experienced this.
Every 30 minutes he would get distracted by his kids needing something like a diaper change or help with something. He never got any work done because it would take him another 15 minutes to get back in the work zone, only to get pulled away 15 minutes later. But since becoming a member and having access to our silent booths and 24/7 access, he’s been able to 10x his productivity levels and grow his business.
Coworking spaces eliminate distractions by offering professional environments where you can focus solely on work.
3. Poor Work-Life Balance
When your home is your office, it’s hard to unplug.
You end up checking emails during dinner or brainstorming project ideas when you should be winding down. The lack of boundaries leads to burnout and inefficiency. Even people who work elsewhere have a hard time separating work from their lives.
It’s practically impossible for those who have no separation to have a work-life balance, and at the very least you will do both poorly.
Coworking in Tulsa spaces help you create physical and mental separation between work and home life, whether you’re a student or entrepreneur. Spaces like Catalyst Coworking in Tulsa make it easy to set clear boundaries, with 24/7 access that allows you to “go to work” anytime and then leave it behind when you’re done.
BONUS: If you find yourself working late, Catalyst even has a shower to help you freshen up before you head home or go out.
4. Decreased Motivation
Having motivation for work is already a challenge to begin with, and working alone requires so much more mental energy to keep it up.
There’s no one to share ideas with, no one to inspire you, and no one to hold you accountable. It’s easy to lose momentum and fall into a rut.
A coworking space offers an energizing environment filled with motivated professionals, who in turn will help keep you more motivated too. Even when the motivation dips after a while as all workplaces do, the constant change in a coworking environment keeps things fresh.
At Catalyst, members thrive in an atmosphere where everyone is working toward their goals. Seeing others succeed pushes you to do the same. I literally just signed a new client the other day who was sold on our environment alone because she felt no drive to grow her business by herself, but when seeing our driven coworking members, she felt inspired to work harder.
The same can be true for you if you surround yourself with hardworking people.
5. Limited Networking Opportunities
Networking from your couch will gain you zero new contacts.
Even with social media, connecting online doesn’t match the impact of in-person conversations. How often have you felt compelled or connected to a LinkedIn message or X DM?
Coworking spaces on the other hand come with real networking opportunities by default.
It naturally exists because it’s a more open environment. You might meet someone over coffee, strike up a conversation during a break, or attend one of the many events hosted by spaces like Catalyst Coworking in Tulsa where we draw in 25-30 people each time.
Connections form effortlessly in coworking spaces, and those connections can lead to collaborations, partnerships, or even new clients (I secured a $500,000 client from networking at Catalyst Coworking, simply over a cup of coffee).
Take Action Today at a Coworking in Tulsa Space
Remote work doesn’t have to feel isolating or overwhelming. A coworking space can solve the biggest challenges remote workers face, while also boosting productivity and business growth.
Here’s how to get started:
- Visit a coworking space in Tulsa, like Catalyst Coworking ($1 First Month), and explore how the environment can transform your work.
- Separate your work and home life by committing to a professional workspace.
- Leverage networking opportunities and events to expand your reach and build valuable connections.
When you combine the benefits of coworking with a focus on your goals, you’ll overcome remote work challenges and set yourself up for measurable success.
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