Likes & Launch

When looking for office space, a growth mindset can be a huge time suck. 

Startup Founders who want to find and secure office space on their own are at a disadvantage. There is a steep learning curve to get up to understand pricing, build relationships and foresee potential pitfalls. Even if you do get significantly up the learning curve, the opportunity to use that knowledge only happens every few years (at best). 

Even if you have an expert on staff or a trusted broker, their services rarely apply when you’re opening an office in a new office. We’ve had a number of our portfolio companies open second offices in SF, NYC and London. It’s very rare to find an expert in all three markets. 

The best strategy? Focus on finding trusted resources through referrals and get back to building your business. 

If you are thinking of opening a new office but looking for advice? You’re in luck! Two of the experts in the USV Network, Alex Miller from Stack Exchange and real estate lawyer Jason Gelman, are taking their knowledge public in an upcoming Skillshare class: 

How to Find, Negotiate and Build Out Your Perfect Office

If you haven’t visited Stack Exchange’s new office yet, you should attend this class just to see it. Beautiful space, amazing kitchen and private honeycomb offices for all engineers. Did I mention that they’re hiring? 

If you’re looking for a smaller space or co-working space, we’ve started a public list of startup real estate resources in NYC. Additions welcome.

Don’t go it alone when opening a new office. Learn the basics, lean on experts and get back to work.