How to make the most of A trial day.

Often, co-working spaces offer a free trial. Like a first date, it's hard to know if you want a horizontal no-pants party on the first meeting. In this potential co-working space, will you make a new work BFF? Are you going to find your next big business lead? Or are you going to get burnt? So much relies on that first date/trial day. 

The difference between a first date and a co-working space is that they generally have a community manager. These people are like unicorns; they know about every member, maintain human connections, and keep the space running smoothly, but they also have hard conversations when things are out of line. 

So, to make the most of your first date, leverage their knowledge and send them this…

Subject: Exploring Co-Working Opportunities

Hi [Community Manager’s Name],

I hope this email finds you well.

I’m currently working from [Your Current Workspace/Home/Location] and am exploring co-working spaces that can help me [make meaningful connections/network with other small businesses/connect with the wider community/improve my work-life balance]. I work in the [Your Industry] as a [Your Role], and outside of work, I enjoy [Your Hobbies or Interests].

After visiting your website, I’m really interested in trying out your space and was thrilled to see that you offer a trial day. Would it be possible to schedule two visits during the week of [Proposed Dates] to get a sense of how the space feels on different days? This would greatly help me in evaluating whether your co-working environment is the right fit for me.

I’ve been on the lookout for the perfect co-working space for [Time Frame – e.g., “the past few weeks”], and as I weigh my options, I’d love to know more about the unique perks your space offers. For instance, do you offer any discounts at local retailers or host community events that members can participate in? I’m particularly interested in spaces that foster a strong sense of community and collaboration.

Your plans and membership options look promising, and I’m excited about the possibility of becoming a part of your co-working community. I’d appreciate the chance to discuss them further when I visit.

Thank you for your time, and I look forward to your response.

Best regards,
[Your Full Name]
[Your Contact Information]

This makes it easy for the community manager to understand your interests and how they might best be able to meet your needs. You’ll likely leave with a new friend, an interesting conversation, a bunch of leads or potentially all three. 

The gist: The more information you share with your community manager before you arrive, the more you’ll get out of your first day.