How Maddie Got Out of Sweatpants and Into Workbar

Last year, I transitioned to a consultant role at Workbar and took on a new full-time, fully remote job. For a while, working from home again seemed like the dream. No commute, no office distractions, and the ultimate dress code (hello, sweatpants). I loved puttering around the kitchen making tasty tea before my afternoon meetings, and being able to snuggle my dog when I needed a mood boost. But over time, the isolation, lack of structure, and endless distractions of home life started to take a toll on my mental health and productivity. I missed the energy of being around other professionals at Workbar, the ease of separating work from personal life, and the spark of unexpected collaborations.

So I came crawling back.

Work Where You Want, When You Want

With Workbar’s flexible coworking model, I have the perfect balance available to me. I still work remotely but no longer feel stuck at home. With locations across the city and suburbs, I pick a workspace that fits my schedule and needs—whether that means deep focus time in a quiet suburban hub or tapping into the vibrant energy of the city for meetings and networking.

Goodbye Commute, Hello Work-Life Blend

One of the biggest benefits of Workbar for me is the ability to cut down on unnecessary commuting. I live less than a five minute drive from Workbar Needham, so instead of trying to battle the highways or worse, greater Boston’s public transportation system, I can pop down the hill, as I like to say, and be in an inspiring environment that’s conducive to my variable work. And that frees up time for family, exercise, or personal projects. This shift helped me reclaim my mornings and evenings, improving my mental well-being and overall happiness.

A Space That Works for Me (Not the Other Way Around)

Unlike working from home, where I had to juggle distractions like laundry, non-stop alerts from the neighborhood watch (my dogs), and unexpected visitors, Workbar provides an environment designed for productivity. Whether I need a quiet spot for deep work, a collaborative area for brainstorming, or a private meeting room for calls, Workbar has a space tailored to my needs.

Community, Connection, and All the Career Perks

Beyond just a workspace, Workbar gives me something I didn’t realize I was missing until I was missing it deeply—a sense of community. Working alongside other driven professionals, I found inspiration, mentorship, and even new business opportunities. Sarah keeps begging me to stop with the side hustles, but I just love partnering with people so much! The connections I make at Workbar are invaluable, helping me grow not just in my career but in my personal life, too. I’ve made some great mom friends, and even have a fun social life thanks to my Gen-Z coworkers. They can’t keep me out til 2am, but it’s hard to say no to after-work happy hour when I’m already out!

Flexible Memberships, Because Life Changes

My career is anything but static. I hold a full-time position at Joy Parenting Club, consult for Workbar, and work as a birth doula and mental health counselor. Workbar’s flexible membership options allowed me to scale up or down depending on my workload, ensuring I always had a workspace that fit my evolving needs.

Work Smarter, Not Harder

These days, I’m thriving instead of just surviving. I’ve leveled up to leggings most days, even jeans sometimes! My days feel way less frenetic and I’m more productive than I ever was in my home office. The ability to switch up my environment keeps me inspired, focused, and connected to a professional community that fuels my growth. Workbar isn’t just a place to work—it’s a smarter way to work. By providing the flexibility, resources, and community that modern professionals need, it’s helping me ditch the sweatpants and build my career on my own terms.

Curious about what Workbar could do for you? Grab a free day pass and see how flexibility can change the way you work.