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400. Should I Copy the Switchyards Model?

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Switchyards has become one of the most talked-about concepts in the coworking world, a self-described “neighborhood work club” that blends the feel of a coffee shop, library, and boutique hotel lobby. The model looks simple, affordable, and wildly attractive. But is it really as easy and profitable as it seems?

In this episode, I sit down with Kane Willmott, CEO of IQ Offices, to reverse-engineer the Switchyards model. We walk through their pricing, staffing, buildout approach, and growth strategy to uncover what works, what’s risky, and whether this is a concept you should try at home.

We cover:

  • What makes Switchyards different from traditional coworking spaces.

  • Their $100/month membership model, no offices, and minimal staffing.

  • Why the aesthetics and “cool factor” are central to their brand success.

  • The financial realities of launching and sustaining this model at scale.

  • Risks operators should consider before trying to replicate Switchyards.

If you’ve been intrigued by Switchyards’ rapid growth and cult-like following, this episode gives you the numbers, context, and reality check you need before testing the model yourself.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Switchyards

Swithyards on LinkedIn

Kane's LinkedIn profile

iQ Offices website

Everything Coworking Featured Resources:

Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space

Coworking Startup School

Community Manager University

Follow Us on YouTube

  continue reading

123 episodes

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Switchyards has become one of the most talked-about concepts in the coworking world, a self-described “neighborhood work club” that blends the feel of a coffee shop, library, and boutique hotel lobby. The model looks simple, affordable, and wildly attractive. But is it really as easy and profitable as it seems?

In this episode, I sit down with Kane Willmott, CEO of IQ Offices, to reverse-engineer the Switchyards model. We walk through their pricing, staffing, buildout approach, and growth strategy to uncover what works, what’s risky, and whether this is a concept you should try at home.

We cover:

  • What makes Switchyards different from traditional coworking spaces.

  • Their $100/month membership model, no offices, and minimal staffing.

  • Why the aesthetics and “cool factor” are central to their brand success.

  • The financial realities of launching and sustaining this model at scale.

  • Risks operators should consider before trying to replicate Switchyards.

If you’ve been intrigued by Switchyards’ rapid growth and cult-like following, this episode gives you the numbers, context, and reality check you need before testing the model yourself.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Switchyards

Swithyards on LinkedIn

Kane's LinkedIn profile

iQ Offices website

Everything Coworking Featured Resources:

Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space

Coworking Startup School

Community Manager University

Follow Us on YouTube

  continue reading

123 episodes

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