Happy New Year! At OpenSpace, we believe that having an all-inclusive place to work, meet, share, and create should be simple. With this in mind, we are introducing new simplified pricing later in the month.

Why are you changing your prices?

When we first launched OpenSpace, we based our pricing model on what similar collaborative workspaces were doing (it seemed like a good place to start in 2009). The general trend seemed to be that you have several plans based on a number of factors like amount of time, after-hour access, and other miscellaneous features.

After living with the current pricing for over four years, we found that it fell short in a few areas:

• Individuals and large meetings are paying higher than ideal rates for daylong access, even though they had underutilized our services. This doesn’t’ seem fair.
• We have a few groups with multiple “Unlimited” plans. Our current space and member pricing doesn’t work when scaled beyond a few members.
• It just feels complicated. You (and we) have to track time and all this other stuff just to use our space. Our offering is far simpler than our previous plans and pricing.

So, we’re switching things up. Not only is our new pricing a lot simpler, we believe it’s fairer for everyone, good for our business, and better for our space.

What are the changes?

We’re scrapping the complicated time-tracking plans and switching to:

$35 per person, per day

Every person will get access to everything all day long from 8am until midnight, Monday thru Friday. If you want unfettered access during the nights and weekends and mail service, simply pay an extra $100 per month. That’s it. Nothing more.

When will this be happening?

January 15th, 2014 (two weeks from today)

Do I need to do anything?

If you’re already an “Unlimited” member: Nope, you’re good. If the new pricing is cheaper for you then go ahead and upgrade to the new pricing when we roll it out on January 15th. If you prefer to stay on your existing Unlimited plan, you can do that as well. If you do elect to stay on your existing plan, we’ll provide you two free day passes per month for you to give to a friend or for use for another meeting in the future.

If you’re already an “Occasional” member: Nope, we’ll roll you over into our new pricing. The good news is that the new rate now includes all-day access to our facility any day you come. However, we’re changing how we count people. It used to be that you could bring in as many people you want into the space but we’d only add up the minutes the entire group spent. Under the new pricing, it’s simply an all-inclusive $35 per person, per day.

If you’re not already an “Unlimited” member: Maybe. If you see yourself using our space significantly in the new year, you might want to consider signing up for the existing Unlimited plan between now and January 14th. Starting on January 15th, this plan at this discounted price point will no longer be available for purchase.

If you have any questions or feedback feel free to contact us.

OpenSpace is growing! We are looking for a fun, personable, and energetic person to help run our creative work and meeting space. If this sounds like you and you have an interest in event planning, hospitality, networking, and customer service, send us your cover letter and resume to [email protected]!

As a Part-Time Concierge, you’ll be the first face our customers see and be responsible for setting the stage for an amazing coworking experience for our members.

A candidate we’ll love:

* You are detail-oriented and take initiative
* You love meeting and inspiring new people
* You have mastered the art of conversation
* You are a ‘people person’
* You thrive on the unexpected
* You’re an expert at juggling multiple tasks
* You work just as enthusiastically behind the scenes as you do on center stage

A position you’ll love:

*Warmly welcoming customers to the space and ensuring a great experience and fond farewell
* Orchestrating the collaborative work experience in the best possible way
* Understanding the needs of customers and connecting them to the right person at the right time
* Providing every customer with a superlative experience
* Looking for every opportunity to shine with our customers

*Meet interesting people that are doing great work in our community and the world

* Anticipating customers’ future needs

At OpenSpace, we are passionate about reinventing how people work and collaborate. Built upon the idea that a highly designed workspace doesn’t have to be costly and complicated, OpenSpace provides a real alternative for anyone who needs a place to be productive.

This job would be ideal for a student or someone interested in part-time. If you are interested in this position, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. To learn more about us, visit our website at www.getopenspace.com.

Dear OpenSpace members,

Springtime is finally upon us! With that in mind, your OpenSpace team thought it was about time we showered you with some affection.

Please join us at OpenSpace on Thursday, March 21st from 5-6 pm for a complimentary beer tasting.

We’ll have a range of beers from local favorite, South Street Brewery, to whet your warm weather appetite. Please feel free to invite a friend to grab a taste and check out OpenSpace!

So mark your calendars and spread the love!

We are pleased to announce that OpenSpace now has a Polycom conference phone permanently available in every conference studio! We’re doing our best to make collaboration easier–both near and far.

$99 for the four-part series | $​29 per individual session*

Sign up by logging in to your OpenSpace account page and requesting the “Workshop Series Weeks 1-4″ amenity (or by selecting a single session).

SIGN UP TODAY!

*Guest time does not apply.

Do you know a non-member who might be interested? Have them check out our membership​ Pricing Page. If they purchase the series, we’ll even waive the $25 sign-up fee!

How being in the moment, learning your lines, and remembering to breathe could help you seal the deal. This introductory session provides guidance and exercises that have stood the test of time on stage and are bound to improve your presence and impact.

“As if you had nothing to lose,” “Never let ‘em see you sweat,” “No small parts, just small actors…”

There are many sayings to help an actor weather rejections, learn from past mistakes, and… yes, land the part! This session teaches you how many of the clichés from show business are valuable maxims that can improve your self-discipline, resilience, and resourcefulness.

In this session, we will play a series of improvisational games that will help you develop the skills to think on your feet, connect with your audience faster, utilize your strengths, and build meaningful relationships that will help you right away and for years to come.

From developing a code of ethics to leaving your baggage at the door, these 10 essential lessons from drama school could save your pitch.

Have you ever had a great idea, but no clue how to present it?

Having an innovative idea is only the first step in launching your own business or startup. In order for things to really take off, you’ll need to be able to convince others that you are worth investing in.

OpenSpace to the rescue! Beginning in March, we will be introducing our four-part professional development workshop series, “Acting for Entrepreneurs.”

Designed to help you cultivate a commanding presence in business situations, “Acting for Entrepreneurs” will teach you the fundamental tools and techniques of performance to help you express yourself more dynamically in the workplace. Led by veteran performer Denise Stewart, this series will also enhance your abilities to improvise, tap into mind-body relaxation techniques to calm nerves and conquer stage fright, and effectively sell your idea!

Sign-up will open this week–so stay tuned and watch this space!

Denise Stewart is a wellness coach, playwright, and actor. Over the past three years, she has spoken to groups/events such as Blogville, the CASA State Conference, AORN Nurses’ Conference, the Women’s 4-Miler Training Program, the Charlottesville Rotary Club, Martha Jefferson Hospital, and NRVCares of Blacksburg. Denise has an MFA in Playwriting from UVA and a BA in Theatre from Catawba College. She is the executive director of Wellness Charlottesville, LLC. She also teaches wellness and self-esteem workshops for teenage girls, and recently she toured her one-woman show, Dirty Barbie and other girlhood tales, in Washington, DC, New York City, and Edinburgh, Scotland.

www.deedeeslivingwill.com | www.wellnesscharlottesville.com | [email protected]