Struggling with work-life balance? The fix could be hiding in plain sight...
- Mel Archer
- Apr 10
- 4 min read
One of our clients recently had a huge lightbulb moment - and if you’re a female entrepreneur or remote worker, you might relate.
She’d been working from home more and more, thinking it was the best way to stay productive, flexible, and in control of her schedule. But instead, after two and half years bunkered down inside her home office, she found herself unfocused, stressed, and constantly feeling behind. No matter how many hours she worked, her to-do list never seemed to shrink.
Then, one day by accident, she found herself spending the day at a local coworking space (spoiler: it was The Foundry)! And in just one day, she shared with us that she got more done than she had in the last week.
She tried it again the following week, and? The same thing happened! More productivity, more energy, and - most surprisingly - she felt less stressed.
She later told us that this was when she realised: her work-life balance wasn’t broken - she was just trying to work in the wrong environment.
If you’re feeling scattered, stuck, or like you’re working way too much with way too little to show for it, the fix could be a simple change of scenery.
Here’s why where you work matters more than you think - and how switching things up could be the easiest way to get your time, focus, and energy back.
Increased Productivity = More Time for Yourself
Ever feel like you’re working all the time, but still not making progress? That’s because working from home often leads to longer hours but less efficiency.
At home, it’s easy to let work bleed into your evenings - checking emails on the couch, tweaking projects at 9pm while you’re watching Netflix, feeling like you should be working even when you don’t want to be.
Coworking, well, it changes all that. When you work from a focussed, professional space, you naturally get more done in work hours - which means when you log off, you’re actually done. More time for you, less guilt about taking breaks, and a physical separation between work and home life.
Fewer Distractions, More Focus
Home has so many distractions - the laundry, the dishes, the fridge calling your name (again).
At a coworking space, there’s nothing pulling your focus away from work. No half-finished house chores staring at you. No kids interrupting your Zoom call. No "I'll just watch one episode" moments.
The Foundry Cowork spaces are designed for productivity, with:
✅ A quiet, distraction-free yet friendly environment
✅ Meeting rooms and booths for calls and brainstorming
✅ Comfortable, work-friendly seating (goodbye, dining chair back pain!)
And of course… plenty of caffeine, brekky and snacks on tap. ☕
Clear Boundaries Between Work and Home Life
One of the biggest struggles for women working from home is switching off.
When your office is your kitchen table, it’s hard to tell when the workday actually ends. You might find yourself constantly ‘on’, checking emails at night, or feeling guilty for relaxing when there’s work to be done.
Having a separate workspace outside of home gives you:
🔹 A mental signal that work time is work time - and home time is home time.
🔹 A reason to leave the house, get dressed, and start the day with intention.
🔹 An established work routine - one that doesn’t involve answering emails in bed.
Better Equipment, Better Workflow
Let’s be honest—most home offices aren’t fully set up for peak productivity.
At The Foundry, we’ve thought of everything, so you don’t have to:
✔ Large desks & ergonomic chairs (no more working from the couch!)
✔ Dual-screen monitors available (because one screen just isn’t enough)
✔ Fast, reliable NBN fibre internet (bye bye, laggy Zoom calls)
✔ Printing, scanning, and office supplies ready to go
✔ A fully stocked kitchen with free breakfast, snacks, and Nespresso coffee ☕
Everything you need for a seamless, distraction-free workday - without the hassle of setting it all up yourself.
The Power of Community & Support
One thing female entrepreneurs often miss when working from home? A sense of connection and community.
At a coworking space, you’re surrounded by other ambitious, like-minded people: freelancers, business owners, and remote workers who get what it’s like to juggle a business, life, and everything in between.
A coworking space isn’t just the physical environment - you’ll also have access to:
🔹 Networking and collaboration opportunities
🔹 Casual chats over coffee that might spark a fresh idea or two
🔹 Connection, motivation and support
Entrepreneurship can be lonely - but it doesn’t have to be.
Try a Day at The Foundry (For Free!)
If you’re reading this thinking, “Yep, this is me” - we’ve got the perfect way to test it out!
The Foundry Cowork offer two unique coworking spaces designed for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and remote workers who need a productive, inspiring, and stress-free place to work.
By the way: your first coworking day is free. No commitment, no pressure - just come in, get some work done, and try us out!
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