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Get Buy in From Your School Administration or Investors
THEY CAN SMELL DESPIRATION A MILE AWAY We all know you can't do it all yourself! But why is it you can't get the help you need when you need it? Because you are asking for the right thing in the wrong way! Does your pitch sound like this? I can't do it without...
Are You Providing The Value Your Members Need?
HELP YOUR YOUR MEMBERS ACHIEVE SUCCESS AS YOU MOVE THEM UP THE VALUE LADDER. I think we can all agree makerspaces should serve their members with a variety of services intended to help them be successful. That could mean the successful completion of a project,...
Reduce Risk With Part-time Employees
Part-Time vs Full Time Employees Every makerspace needs employees. But do they serve the members and and help to create a sustainable space? It is natural to think, I have my core team or few loyal employees, but it crates a lot of risk and puts you in a position to...
Makerspace Zoning and Building Codes
MAKE SURE THE CITY CAN'T SHUT YOU DOWN - Zoning and City Codes Dealing with the city where your makerspace is located in can be a scary thought. But you need to be in compliance with zoning and building codes to ensure your future. Trust me I know. After a...
Makerspace Insurance Explained
Insurance, nobody wants but every makerspace needs it. It's probably the thing that new makerspace owners are the most confused about. "What insurance do I need for my makerspace and how do I get it?" There are several types of insurance needed to protect a...
How Our Makerspace Came out of COVID Stronger
Covid has effected virtually all aspects of the makerspace business and created a lot of uncertainty. Many spaces closed up permanently within days or weeks after begin forced to temporarily close. Urban Workshop had to close for 60 days and while I was terrified...