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Happy Friday!

Can you feel it?

The lack of summer I mean. Not just the change in weather, but the change in prompt email replies and a full-er diary. I posted about that here.

3 Fridays from now I'll (hopefully) have summer temps again in Barcelona wrapping up The District Show - where we'll be discussing the latest trends and strategies for investing in / operating the office of the future...

...as well as other innovations and PropTech.

I shared a promo code here if you want to save & join us.

And here's a clip from last year below...can you believe they let me get on stage and say stuff like this at a real estate conference?

London is the Best City to Scale a Company

Don't let the headlines fool you...companies are GSD (getting sh*t done) in London.

Here's why

And of course I had to poke fun at Tim Burke 's headline. (Scroll down for the funnier part)

The Funnier Part

I bumped into Tim at Zac Goodman 's TSP | Certified B Corp end of summer drinks event 2 days after posting the above. He was a good sport (obviously because he's a cool dude), so we had a laugh and chat about 90's Hip Hop. Cheers Tim!

This Week's Brain Food

Brave Ideas is curated by Lucy McInally and features ideas, insights, best practices and analysis all categorized under the 6 Pillars of Space-as-a-Service.

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COMMUNITY

Why is Community so Integral to Us in Recovering Our Sense of Identity, Purpose and Connection?

asks Suzanne Murdock

I've been doing a lot of soul-searching the last couple of weeks into what pulled me towards coworking when I moved from London to Newry, Northern Ireland back in 2009. Read more from Suzanne.?

What Gen Z Will Lose if They Don’t Have Friendships at Work

by Jeffrey Hall

As more young people work remotely, they aren’t forming close relationships with colleagues. That will have a profound impact on their social—and work—lives. Read Jeffrey’s article in the Wall Street Journal.?

HOSPITALITY

?? Redefining Workspaces: Hotelification and Beyond

in conversation with Bernie Mitchell and Michelle Kok

Michelle shares her thoughts on what makes a workspace "commute-worthy," the impact of remote work on gender roles, and the importance of aligning workplace design with the needs and culture of the business. Tap into the conversation.?

Can Britain’s Empty Department Stores Be Brought Back to Life?

asks Zoe Ellis-Moore

These old buildings are too big, too significant, and in many cases, too beautiful to simply be discarded. I’m happy to see trailblazer companies breathing new life into these spaces and turning them into vibrant places once again. Read more from Zoe.

TECHNOLOGY

?? What are the Built Environment’s Biggest Concerns for AI?

in conversation with Project Flux and Cecilia Lindstr?m

Cecilia is a London-based researcher, nature conservationist and urban designer who specialises in people-centered, democratic approaches to revitalising urban and rural areas in need of transformation…She was key in developing the London Property Alliance Report: “AI and the Built Environment.” Tap into the conversation.?

How Many Companies in the Real Estate Industry Are ‘Future Proof’?

asks Antony Slumbers, Board Member at Brave

Real estate demand, especially the largest commercial asset class, offices, HAS changed fundamentally…And AI, love it or loath it, IS set to turbocharge this, and disrupt the businesses of just about all of our customers. Read more from Antony.?

WORKSPACES

Flex Spaces Fuel Surge in Office Leasing Across India

says Emma Ascott

This trend underscores a growing preference among occupiers for more adaptable and customisable office solutions. Read Emma’s article in Allwork.Space.

The Rise of Relationship-Based Work

by MillerKnoll

Today, the value of the workplace is less about how many activities people complete while they’re there. It’s more about how well the physical space supports the relationships that enable great work. Read the article.?

Meet Brave Consortium Partner, Bright Spaces

Bright Spaces’ products fundamentally change how users approach leasing and space planning. Tap the video below, and here to enquire

MANAGEMENT

Turning Luck into Strategy: Three Horizons, One Vision

by Keke Pastissier

Every business model has a shelf life. The shift from traditional office spaces to flex spaces is a prime example of how crucial it is to seize change. Flex spaces capitalised on the demand for more adaptable work environments, aligning with the needs of a new generation of workers and businesses. Read Keke’s article.

The Future is Flexible….

says John Preece

70% of occupiers demand a flexible workspace offering in the assets they consider for their HQ, and the quality landlords are responding to this demand, in many cases by partnering with workspace hospitality operators. Read more from John.?

Landlords Have a Surprisingly Strong Impact on Return to Office Success

says Alexander Passler

The goal is to make the office a destination, not just a workplace. Read Alexander’s article in Work Design Magazine.?

BRAND

Brave Black Card?? Now Available

by Brave Minds

All monthly & annual Brave membership plans now include the Brave Black Card??, a digital business card that also grants event access, and offers exclusive perks and elite benefits at Brave partner businesses. Available to Brave Members (and customers of Endorsed Partners) Discover Brave Membership plans

100 Inspiring Meeting Room Name Ideas: The Ultimate Guide for Every Workspace

by Kate Tattersfield

A name is a key component of identity; it can help us differentiate people, places, and things. Names allow us to speak about something uniquely and recognisably. Read Kate’s article on the Nexudus blog.??

?? GCUC Podcast - Tobi Skovron, Executive Director, AccelerateX

in conversation with Liz Elam and Tobi Skovron

At CreativeCubes.co, Tobi was mainly responsible for setting the mission, as well as ensuring the brand and member experience were aligned with our values and goals. Tap into the conversation.?

Meet Brave Consortium Partner, PONT

After nearly two decades in the workspace industry, co-founders Manuel and Simon launched PONT to help co-working operators elevate their brand, service members better, and increase revenue.

Think real-time availability, instant bookings, and a seamless management system, all branded in your own mobile app.

Tap the video below, and here to enquire

FINANCE

Office Investment Fundamentals Are Under attack

says Charlie Morris

Fundamentals are being disrupted. Remote work, shorter lease terms, and decentralization of occupier portfolios are challenging core principles, requiring a fresh perspective on what drives value...Read Charlie's post here

GPE Pulls in Flexible Workspace Leaders to Drive Ambitious London Expansion

By Dominic Catacora

The demand for flexible office space in the U.K. has surged dramatically in the past year, with a year-over-year rise of 14% in the first half of 2024 — a 206% increase in inquiries compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019. Read Dominic’s article in Allwork.Space.?

How Landlords are Managing After WeWork's Bankruptcy

by Sasha Jones

As the dust settles on WeWork’s bankruptcy, landlords in New York City and across the country are attempting to reanimate now-vacated space and find ways to fend off circling lenders. Read Sasha’ article in Bisnow.?

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