some work and lots of play...gravy style

gravy in training...triathlon and mile pier swim bound!

that's right, when we're not coworking, we are coplaying.
we love the balance of life, because that's what keeps us going.

come join us!

gravy on tap

you've heard it. gravy is all about work, eat, and play. and that's exactly what we did on friday.
worked a little, played some, and then eat (ohh...that's right, drink too). the lost abbey provided a great workspace amongst the beer barrels, great vibe, and then the most educational and fun beer tasting event to "tap" off the day.

come join us next time for more work, eat and play.

gravy team

coworking 101

So. You're interested in coworking.
You're taking a risk and checking out our coworking jelly.
So far, so good. You're in control. All is well.
Until you arrive.
What do you do? Where do you go? How's this thing work?

We get these questions often prior or upon entry to our space. Most of us are used to some kind of structure. But besides the initial greet, sign in and business card pin-up, the rest is up to you. Do you want to focus and work quietly? You can do that. Do you want to meet new people and share in conversation? You can do that too. Just don't forget to "rest" and "refuel" as you go!

To help you along, here's a bit of a coworking 101 for you:

1. ENTER.
Meet/greet optional
Check bulletin board for news/updates/events
Find your spot, setup shop and start working

2. GET CONNECTED.
WIFI: UserID/password on board
People: meet/greet your coworkers. Keep it short and out of quiet zone

3. BE AWARE OF SOUND.
Employ audio etiquette
Take calls out front our outside

4. BE CONSIDERATE.
Share the space
Take care of the space

5. PARTICIPATE!
Contribute your knowledge
Add to the community board
Connect with people
Bounce off ideas
Have fun!

Money Monday

Did you know that startups are at a 15 year high? Why? Unemployment rate is at its highest. So what do people do?...become entrepreneurs and create their own jobs.

What does this tell you? It's never too late to start your own business.

Don't be afraid to bring out your idea, start something new, or take a venture.

Really, you have everything to gain and nothing to lose.

Financial markets: oil at a high and stocks taking a dive. How do we hedge against this, we buy commodity funds. Wow...gold still reaching another all time high!

ie. If we're paying more $ at the gas station, we may as well buy up the oil stock to make up for it. So really, there is a win situation.

opening event

Come join our Carlsbad Coworking Jelly 2/25 @10am-2pm!

What is this Friday's gravy event all about?

gravy's goal is to build a community of people who work from home, and bring them together into one space. A space that would inspire creativity, productivity, and networking ability. This will be the first of many that we will conduct, in order to access the demand for such a place in San Diego North County. Once we've established a solid community, gravy would build a permanent location where we could call gravy. An office where everyone can call their own.

Thank you for your support!

five things about co-founder Curt

curt | professional writer, amateur artist

1. loves to play with legos and hot wheels and his two young sons
2. favorite activities are surfing and backpacking and see number one
3. finds extreme satisfaction in checking things off the endless to-do list
4. fictional founder of "Amelie's Army" for anonymous do-gooders
5. looks inward for answers and outside for inspiartion

consuming gravy

take advantage of it and use in all ways possible...

it's the latest trend in this economy. why? because companies and non-profits have been forced to use them to save money. office rental space has become very expensive. so the next best thing is renting desk space with flexible options.

with gravy, it's the best of both worlds. you come and go as you please, but when you're in it, you will find inspiration in the workers around you, creativity with the vibe surrounding you, and productivity as you work with others around you.

the biggest benefit gravy can offer is 'community'. where we all meet, work and share.

the coworking vibe

jelly atlanta coworking

Why coworking...

1. So you don't forget to shower in the morning

2. Need to network, but hate attending networking events

3. You are not an expert in everything

4. You have gotten into a fight over a cafe electrical outlet

5. You meet with clients in your kitchen

If you could answer yes to some or all of the above, then please read on, as this is for YOU.

Yes, you could work from the comforts of your home...but there is so much you could be missing.

Coworking brings energy, ideas, and inspiration.

It's like going to a restaurant to eat for the ambiance.

It's like having wine with a friend for the social aspect.

It's like shopping with a crowd for the buzz of competition.

Or doing business at a ballgame or on the green

Better yet, it's the art of socializing that every human being desires.

So why work alone?