Good news! Your nonprofit has outgrown your home office. But as you celebrate this milestone, you’re faced with a financial dilemma. A fixed annual lease just doesn’t seem feasible when you’re dedicating your limited funds to scaling your programs. So the kitchen table continues to double as your base of operations. What if we told you there was a middle …
Oh, New Year’s Resolutions! We start the year with hope and optimism, and by February, many of us have forgotten about our resolutions or just can’t quite build the habit like we hoped. So we give up, feel discouraged or stay stuck in habits that breed stress and imbalance in work and life. For those of you who work from …
Does AI Deserve a Seat at the Marketing Table? A potentially controversial take on the tech takeover Be honest: When you read the title, did you think, “Great, another article complaining that AI is taking jobs.”? What would you say if we told you we used AI to brainstorm this post? Whether you’re a writer, graphic designer or a leader …
We get it — marketing might feel out of reach when your nonprofit or small business runs on a shoestring budget. But don’t worry, you don’t need a big bank account to make a big impact! With the right strategies, you can spread the word about your organization, connect with supporters and customers who care and grow and scale without …
What makes Cornerstone different from other coworking spaces? That’s a great question and we’re so glad you asked! 😉 First and foremost, Cornerstone has been around since 2013. That’s a long time, and over the years, we’ve had the chance to learn the ropes, figure out what works, and understand what you need—while cutting out what doesn’t. In these past …
Networking can be a daunting experience, especially if you’re naturally shy or uncomfortable in social settings. However, with a few strategies and mindset shifts, you can transform those nervous jitters into confident connections. Here’s how to go from awkward to amazing in your networking efforts: Shift Your Mindset Instead of viewing networking as a chore, see it as an opportunity …
Remote work isn’t for the faint of heart. It involves balancing the comfort of home with the challenges of avoiding distractions like honey-do lists and household chores. Similarly, working from a coffee shop or coworking space comes with its own set of hurdles. Managing your time and tasks while working remotely can be daunting. To help you navigate these challenges, …
It’s so funny how Coworking is now a household term – thanks Covid! When Cornerstone started, it was to fit a need in the community. A need that stemmed from a family starting their own business while running out of room in their home basement! And man, are we so glad that Novologic decided to branch out and open a …
Are you collecting the email addresses of your customers or clients? Are you offering something of value on your website in exchange for an email address? Are you using email to maintain a relationship with past, present, and future customers? If not, why not? Email is a powerful marketing channel for small businesses, and it doesn’t have to be complicated. …
How do you genuinely feel about networking? The suits, the business cards, the sales pitch – it’s all a bit exhausting, don’t you think? Networking feels so scripted to me. You have the same conversations over and over again, you probably have it memorized by now. So when I heard someone say ‘relationshipping’ it stopped me in my tracks. What …
