At Enterprise Coworking, we like to think of our workspace as part professional haven, part social experiment. It’s a place where entrepreneurs, freelancers, and remote workers coexist in harmony — most of the time. But every so often, someone “borrows” the meeting room remote indefinitely or vanishes with the last dry-erase marker.
So, in the spirit of fun and community enlightenment, we present to you:
The Coworking Commandments — a sacred scroll of do’s, don’t for surviving (and thriving) in shared office life.
We begin with the holiest of coworking relics. It’s small, mysterious, and apparently capable of disappearing faster than your post-lunch productivity. If you’ve taken it “just to borrow,” please return it — for your own karmic safety. The Apple TV gods are watching.
And remember: when your meeting wraps, take a moment to wipe down the dry-erase boards — and for the love of all things coworking, don’t pocket the dry-erase markers.
The coffee machine at Enterprise is more than caffeine delivery — it’s a community altar. A place for small talk, brain fuel, and existential reflection before 9 a.m. While our Community Managers keep it stocked and brewing, your duty is to treat it with reverence: keep the counter clean, wipe down any splash zone your coffee pour may have created, and please — if you unscrew the creamer cap, screw it back on tightly. No one wants a surprise creamer lid drop in their latte.
And please — bring your mugs back from your desk and place them in the dishwasher. The coffee station can’t perform miracles if all the cups are hiding in your office.
If you’ve reserved the conference room from 10:00 to 10:30, that’s the allotted time the coworking universe has blessed you with. When your clock strikes 10:31, the next team shall inherit the room — not your lingering laptop and twelve sticky notes.
Be punctual, be polite, and remember: running over time in a shared space is the ultimate coworking sin. Also, don’t forget to book your room through the member portal — squatters get evicted.
That Tupperware of mystery leftovers from two weeks ago? It’s evolved. Possibly sentient. The communal fridge is a place of nourishment, not neglect. If your food has changed color, texture, or species, it’s time to say goodbye.
Bonus tip: labeling your lunch may not guarantee safety, but it earns you moral points in the eyes of the fridge gods.
Coworking isn’t a library, but it’s also not a sports bar. Keep calls, laughter, and spontaneous brainstorms to a reasonable decibel. For those who thrive on multitasking playlists, remember — headphones are your halo.
If you need to take a longer client call, we recommend the phone booths or meeting rooms. Your fellow coworkers (and their noise-canceling headphones) will silently thank you.
Yes, their ergonomic setup is the stuff of legend, and that plant on their desk seems to defy science. But personal space is sacred ground. Admire from afar — don’t relocate their chair, swipe their pens, or “borrow” their phone charger without asking.
Coworking works best when everyone respects their territory. Think of desks like campsites: leave no trace (and definitely don’t take someone else’s gear).
Also — if your neighbor has mastered the art of hiding snacks in drawers, that’s not a shared resource. (We checked.)
A simple “Good morning!” or “Hey, how’s it going?” goes a long way. Community thrives on connection, and friendly nods are the currency of coworking goodwill. You never know — the person you chat with over coffee might just become your next collaborator, client, or Friday happy hour buddy.
Want proof that a friendly desk neighbor could be your best business ally? Check out our blog: Why Your Desk Neighbors Might Be Your Biggest Business Asset.
Our communal spaces are great for casual chats and impromptu brainstorms, but the Library is a designated quiet zone. That means no phone calls, no side conversations, and definitely no keyboard clacking symphonies. Quiet is key there — a sacred space for deep work and deep focus.
When inspiration strikes and you need to talk it out, take it to the lounge or a meeting room. The Library shall remain a temple of tranquility.
Every chair has a home. Whether you borrowed one for a spontaneous brainstorm or accidentally migrated it to another floor, make sure it finds its way back.
Our Community Managers have many superpowers, but chair telekinesis isn’t one of them. And while you’re at it — push your chair in when you leave a meeting room or communal desk. It’s the little acts of order that keep coworking civilization from crumbling.
This is the golden rule of coworking. Shared space means shared respect — for the people, the place, and the energy that makes it hum.
A little courtesy (and maybe a quick wipe of the table) keeps the ecosystem balanced. Follow these commandments, and harmony — and good Wi-Fi — shall forever be yours.
These “Coworking Commandments” may be written with a wink, but they capture what makes Enterprise Coworking special: a community built on shared respect, creativity, and collaboration.
Whether you’re a startup founder, a solo creative, or a small team on the rise, these unspoken rules help keep our space running smoothly — and our vibe friendly, focused, and fun.
For a deeper dive into why coworking is rapidly becoming a backbone of modern workspaces, check out this insightful piece from Forbes: ‘The Future is Flexible: Why Coworking Is Becoming an Essential Part of the Office Real Estate Market’.