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Let's Start A Fire: A Personal Reflection on FlintConf

Let's Start A Fire: A Personal Reflection on FlintConf

From my first Flint as the newest member of the Stoke team, to helping cultivate an event that means so much to me - the inspiration and dedication surrounding each FlintConf is palpable. This year marks my third FlintConf and I can't help but feel a surge of gratitude and nostalgia for the growth and transformation these years have brought. Not just me, but the event as a whole. Join me (Mary) in reflecting on the two FlintConfs I helped bring to Denton as we approach FlintConf 2024.

Connecting at Stoke: Social Health for Remote Workers

Connecting at Stoke: Social Health for Remote Workers

Connecting online, even with the most robust of activities and questions, is possible but lacks the impact of connecting over coffee or in a spontaneous conversation in each other’s presence. Coworking spaces can provide positive social health for remote workers, freelancers, and other people who work outside of the office or from home on a distributed team. 

Coworking Spaces: For the Individual and For the Community

Coworking Spaces: For the Individual and For the Community

Coworking has “become enormously popular, not just among startups and solopreneurs, but also among large companies.” We’ve seen coworking in Denton evolve over the last five years, and our member community only continues to grow!

Why People Choose to Live, Work, and Play in Denton

Why People Choose to Live, Work, and Play in Denton

People choose to live in Denton for advantages like lower cost of living, the unique contributions that higher education institutions offer the community, the vibrant culture and family friendliness; all factors that make it a prime spot for remote workers and people who can choose where they work from or who are deciding where to set up shop. 

9 Coworking Space Myths

9 Coworking Space Myths

In a coworking space, you’ll find people working diligently on their individual businesses, projects, and endeavors while sharing workspace. The idea of a shared workspace is often associated with misconceptions like it’s too noisy, only entrepreneurs and startups work in coworking spaces, and membership is too expensive.

What Global Entrepreneurship Week Looks Like in Denton, Texas

What Global Entrepreneurship Week Looks Like in Denton, Texas

Aligning with an international effort, lead by the Kauffman Foundation, to break down barriers to entrepreneurship and encourage entrepreneurial hopefuls to take the leap, we’re participating in Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), which is November 18th through November 22nd. Stoke is celebrating all week by hosting events, sharing resources, and listening to Dentonites regarding their wants and needs in terms of resources and support. 

Who Are Your Coworkers When You're Working at Stoke?

Who Are Your Coworkers When You're Working at Stoke?

Read an overview of the member landscape at Stoke from a bi-annual survey, and imagine yourself working in a modern, renovated warehouse space where you, too, can be your most productive self.

To Sit Or To Stand: How To Choose & Use A Standing Desk

To Sit Or To Stand: How To Choose & Use A Standing Desk

Studies have shown that standing desks are beneficial to your health, and can increase workplace productivity and your own creativity. Increased blood flow while standing = better brain power.

On the other hand, being on your feet the entire day can also be detrimental to your health and is linked to heart disease. What’s the happy medium?

Announcing Stoke's Nights & Weekends Membership

Announcing Stoke's Nights & Weekends Membership

Whether you’re a night owl by choice or necessity, Stoke now has a nights & weekends membership for you to work on your projects and side hustle in a quiet, modern workspace conducive to your productivity. You’ll have all the perks of Stoke membership, just at a time that suits your needs best.

Who Works At A Coworking Space?

Who Works At A Coworking Space?

Coworking spaces bring together professionals from diverse backgrounds who are working for themselves, on a remote or small team, or starting their own business. Members in coworking spaces can offer their expertise, insight or resource recommendations during planned social events or organically, during a coffee break or over lunch.