{"id":23837,"date":"2022-08-15T16:10:13","date_gmt":"2022-08-15T16:10:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/work.life\/?p=23837"},"modified":"2025-03-11T11:05:50","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T11:05:50","slug":"working-from-a-cafe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/working-from-a-cafe\/","title":{"rendered":"Working From A Caf\u00e9: Freelancer\u2019s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Quick Links<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/working-from-a-cafe\/#The_Benefits_Of_Working_From_A_Cafe\" >The Benefits Of Working From A Caf\u00e9<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/working-from-a-cafe\/#Disadvantages_Of_Working_From_A_Cafe\" >Disadvantages Of Working From A Caf\u00e9<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/working-from-a-cafe\/#i\" >\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/working-from-a-cafe\/#Tips_For_Finding_The_Best_Coffee_Shops_To_Work_From\" >Tips For Finding The Best Coffee Shops To Work From<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/working-from-a-cafe\/#Where_To_Work_As_A_Freelancer_Alternatives_To_Working_From_A_Cafe\" >Where To Work As A Freelancer: Alternatives To Working From A Caf\u00e9<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>Want a flexible workspace you can use sometimes but are not ready to invest in a full-time office? Try <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/coworking\/flex\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flex<\/a><strong>\u00a0\u2013 Work.Life\u2019s pay-as-you-go coworking membership.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A day in the life of a freelancer is never the same as the next. Freelancers work for themselves, meaning the 9-5 doesn\u2019t necessarily exist, and the idea of a \u2018working day\u2019 isn\u2019t set in stone.<\/p>\n<p>Because freelancers could work on long-term or short-term projects, it\u2019s beneficial to work agilely \u2014 moving around between <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/coworking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hot desking<\/a>\u00a0in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/coworking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">coworking spaces<\/a>, finding caf\u00e9s to work from, and working from home.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s common for freelancers to find work from home in coffee shops and caf\u00e9s to work in \u2014 but why?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Benefits_Of_Working_From_A_Cafe\"><\/span><strong>The Benefits Of Working From A Caf\u00e9<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For freelancers, working from a caf\u00e9 instead of staying at home benefits.<\/p>\n<p>Most importantly, working from home at a coffee shop often helps freelancers\u00a0<strong>avoid procrastination<\/strong>. Since freelancers are their own bosses, it can be difficult to concentrate at home \u2013 it\u2019s easy to get distracted by the television, housework, family members, or housemates. Separating work and home life can also be tricky for freelancers, so it makes sense to have a place to \u2018go to work&#8217; in the day, and then come home and relax.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Being around other people<\/strong>\u00a0can also be a good thing for those who spend a lot of time alone. Working from a caf\u00e9 can help stimulate creativity and\u00a0<strong>boost productivity<\/strong> \u2014 just try to find caf\u00e9s to work from that aren\u2019t too loud or crowded.<\/p>\n<p>And, of course, the <strong>on-tap coffee<\/strong>\u00a0is a big plus. Many coffee shops will also sell food, so if you need to (and the location allows it), you can work from a caf\u00e9 for the whole day. A slice of cake or a cappuccino can be a great way to stay motivated.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23887\" src=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/WL5.jpg\" alt=\"Working from a caf\u00e9\u2019s benefits include on-tap coffee and food; photo shows a tray of pastries such as may be available at coffee shops to work from.\" width=\"1698\" height=\"1130\" srcset=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/WL5.jpg 1698w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/WL5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/WL5-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/WL5-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/WL5-1536x1022.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1698px) 100vw, 1698px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">But there\u2019s one big problem: even your favourite work-from-home coffee shop is a place of leisure, not a place of work, and therefore isn\u2019t suitable for all working needs.<\/p>\n<p>Is it bad to work from coffee shops every day? To help you decide what\u2019s best for you, we list some of the disadvantages of working from a caf\u00e9 below.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disadvantages_Of_Working_From_A_Cafe\"><\/span><strong>Disadvantages Of Working From A Caf\u00e9<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are some drawbacks of working from a caf\u00e9, and they certainly don\u2019t suit every freelancer.<\/p>\n<p>Coffee shops can be\u00a0<strong>noisy<\/strong>; and while this can sometimes act as helpful background noise, it isn\u2019t ideal if you need to take a conference call or really concentrate on a project. If you need to meet a client, it\u2019s not the most professional to ask them to meet in a caf\u00e9 \u2013 and you don\u2019t have any access to projector screens, whiteboards or tables.<\/p>\n<p>Likewise,\u00a0<strong>space<\/strong> can be a drawback to working from a caf\u00e9. Without a dedicated \u2018desk\u2019, there\u2019s a high chance that you could be in a cramped window seat or sitting at a table with lots of other people. Especially during the busiest times of the day (8.30 \u2013 9.30 am morning commute and lunchtimes), coffee shops to work from can get extremely <strong>busy<\/strong>\u00a0and the noise can be overwhelming, which isn\u2019t really conducive to productivity.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23839\" src=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture4.jpg\" alt=\"A busy caf\u00e9 to work from, with freelancers crammed around a table trying to concentrate.\" width=\"2122\" height=\"1416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture4.jpg 2122w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture4-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture4-2048x1367.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2122px) 100vw, 2122px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Seats in coffee shops aren\u2019t necessarily designed for sitting in all day, so\u00a0<strong>comfort<\/strong>\u00a0isn\u2019t guaranteed either. The\u00a0<strong>facilities<\/strong> aren\u2019t always reliable, so it\u2019s best to check beforehand whether plug sockets and WiFi are available beforehand. If you need to set up a large screen or spread out your work, it can be difficult when the space isn\u2019t designed for working.<\/p>\n<p>Although it\u2019s possible in some places to just buy one drink and stay the whole day, most coffee shops will expect you to buy a few drinks within the day, so working from a caf\u00e9 can become\u00a0<strong>expensive<\/strong>. Also, they often won\u2019t allow you to bring your own food or drinks either. If you\u2019re buying three or four hot drinks, plus lunch and a snack, the cost of working from home at coffee shops for long periods can really add up.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, there\u2019s always the worry of\u00a0<strong>overstaying your welcome<\/strong>. While coffee shops might not necessarily ask you to leave (although they sometimes will!), freelancers will often start to feel as if they should leave after a couple of hours. Plus, coffee shops usually close in the late afternoon, meaning that you may have to move elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p>Even the best coffee shops to work from can have problems with productivity and wellbeing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"i\"><\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_For_Finding_The_Best_Coffee_Shops_To_Work_From\"><\/span><strong>Tips For Finding The Best Coffee Shops To Work From<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you decide that working from a caf\u00e9 is right for you, then there are ways to streamline your experience. If you\u2019ve set your sights on working from a coffee shop, take a look at our top tips to help you find the best caf\u00e9s to work from:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Do your research: <\/strong>Some coffee shops are better than others for working from. Try to find one that isn\u2019t too far away; otherwise, you\u2019ll use up valuable energy (and spending money) before you even get there. When you\u2019re finding coffee shops to work from, it\u2019s often better to choose an independent coffee shop or one designed to be a work-from-home coffee shop rather than a big chain coffee shop that is likely to be busier and more cramped. Try to find coffee shops where you can work for long periods of time. <em>If you\u2019re working in London, check out this list of\u00a0<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/londonist.com\/london\/drink\/the-best-independent-cafes-to-work-from-in-london\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>The Best Independent Cafes To Work From In London.<\/em><\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Double check the facilities: <\/strong>Before you go, make sure you have checked whether the coffee shop has free, fast and reliable WiFi, plenty of plug sockets, and room for people to work. If you want to stay working from the caf\u00e9 for a few hours or more, make sure you know that is feasible. It\u2019s worth looking at the coffee shop\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google <\/a>or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/uk.trustpilot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Trustpilot<\/a> reviews: often, fellow freelancers will have left helpful reviews. Call the coffee shop if you can\u2019t find any clear information. It\u2019s better to confirm before you get there and be disappointed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Visit during off-peak hours:\u00a0<\/strong>This won\u2019t always be feasible, but if you can, try to work from coffee shops when it\u2019s quieter. More space will be available and quieter, and you won\u2019t have to worry so much about overstaying your welcome. Coffee shops will usually be quieter between 10 am-12 pm and after lunch, but it\u2019s worth checking with your local coffee shop of choice as their busiest hours may differ.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plan your day:\u00a0<\/strong>Working from a caf\u00e9 can get expensive if you stay for a whole day. To get the most out of your work day, make sure you have a clear plan in place. This might mean taking all calls during the late morning when you know the coffee shop will be quieter or taking a break between 12.30-1.30 pm to avoid working through the lunchtime rush. Coffee shops can be a great place for freelancers to concentrate, so plan your day and split up your workload accordingly. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/how-freelancers-can-stay-organized-2014-3?r=US&amp;IR=T\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Staying organised as a <\/a>freelancer is\u00a0vital.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_To_Work_As_A_Freelancer_Alternatives_To_Working_From_A_Cafe\"><\/span><strong>Where To Work As A Freelancer: Alternatives To Working From A Caf\u00e9<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Where should freelancers work if working from caf\u00e9s isn\u2019t the best option?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Are you a coffee shop freelancer? Watch the summary video below to find out the truth about working from a caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n<p>Going solo and finding work as a freelancer doesn\u2019t have to mean abandoning the whole working infrastructure. That\u2019s what\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Work.Life<\/a>\u00a0is all about! Knowing first-hand the problems that freelancers face, we\u2019ve developed\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/coworking\/flex\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Work.Life Flex<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 a unique membership option for freelancers to join our collaborative workspace. There is no commitment or sign-up fee; the tech behind your memberships seamlessly combines the best bits of Uber and Oyster Cards and applies them to your world of work.<\/p>\n<p>Operating on a pay-as-you-go basis (for only\u00a0<strong>\u00a34 per hour<\/strong>), Flex gives freelancers proper workspaces 7 days a week: ninja-fast WiFi, <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/coworking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">standing and sitting desks<\/a>, leave-me-alone focus booths, and private phone booths. Work.Life office spaces give you everything you need to run your business, including access to printers, <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/meeting-rooms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">meeting rooms<\/a>, and somewhere to meet clients in an office. Throw in the fact that you get free, unlimited, locally roasted coffee and breakfast, and it\u2019s a no-brainer! The cost of <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/coworking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">coworking spaces<\/a> often works out cheaper than working from caf\u00e9s does.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23840\" src=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture5.jpg\" alt=\"Working from a caf\u00e9 may not be ad beneficial as a shared workspace; Work.Life Liverpool Street offers modern working facilities including tables and comfy seating, and a kitchenette.\" width=\"2119\" height=\"1413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture5.jpg 2119w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture5-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture5-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2119px) 100vw, 2119px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/optimise-benefits-of-coworking-freelancer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">There are so many benefits of coworking as a freelancer.<\/a> For the price of a coffee, you can have a proper workspace, with all of the perks of a modern office, and free coffee too! We know freelancing has a big role to play in the future of work, and Flex office space is the perfect way to embrace that. It\u2019s the buzz of a coffee shop working, without all the distractions, the feeling of overstaying your welcome or the uncomfortable seating.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/office-space\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Join us in a Work.Life office space today<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>More Freelancer Blogs On Workplace Wellbeing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/modern-working-practices\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Modern Working: Fad Or Here To Stay?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/10-tips-for-less-manic-mondays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 Ideas For A Less Manic Monday<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/national-coworking-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Coworking Day<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/wellbeing-at-work-life\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wellbeing at Work.Life<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/10-entrepreneur-decisions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 Decisions Every Entrepreneur Needs To Make<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/10-business-books\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 Business Books Every Entrepreneur Should Read<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/coworking-freelancers-on-the-go\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coworking For The Freelancer On The Go<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Want a flexible workspace you can use sometimes but are not ready to invest in a full-time office? 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