The Enneagram guide to finding a workspace you actually want to tay in
Coworking isn’t just about desks, Wi-Fi, and coffee (though those help). At its best, Coworking works because it meets deep motivational needs, and that’s where the Enneagram gets interesting. Some personality types are naturally drawn to Coworking environments and others need the right positioning to see the value.
Enneagram 3 – The Achiever
The Need: Visibility and Momentum. For a Type 3, working from a couch in pajamas feels like a slow leak in their tires. They thrive when they feel like they are part of a high-performance engine.
The Coworking win:
Thrives in environments where people are doing things
Feeds off momentum, structure, and professional energy
Likes being seen as focused, capable, and “on it”
Coworking solves for:
Accountability
Positive productivity pressure
A polished, professional setting that reflects your ambition
Enneagram 7 – The Enthusiast
The Need: Stimulation and Variety. Sevens fear being "trapped." A home office can quickly start to feel like a cage. They need a space that feels like it has a pulse.
The Coworking win:
Gets energized by people, ideas, and movement
Craves novelty and spontaneity without chaos
Needs flexibility
Coworking solves for:
Social interaction without obligation
Variety in the workday
Inspiration from being around others
Enneagram 6 – The Loyalist
The Need: Security and Community. Isolation is the enemy of the Type 6. Without a team or a "home base," anxiety can creep in. Coworking provides the safety net of a reliable routine.
The Coworking win:
Values routine and dependable environments
Appreciates being part of a trusted group
Finds comfort in familiar faces and systems
Coworking solves for:
Stability and Consistency
Belonging
Reduced anxiety around isolation or uncertainty
Enneagram 1 – The Reformer
The Need: Order and Integrity. Ones have high standards. They can’t work effectively if the environment is chaotic or the "boundaries" are messy. They need a space that respects the work.
The Coworking win:
Loves structure and well-run spaces
Appreciates dedicated focus and professionalism
Wants clear boundaries between work and home
Coworking solves for:
Fewer distractions
Clear expectations
Intentional work time with better boundaries
Enneagram 2 – The Helper
The Need: Connection and Purpose. Twos are the heart of any community. For them, work isn’t just about the "to-do" list; it’s about the people they are doing it for (or with).
The Coworking win:
Shared energy
Likes knowing people and being known
Values warm, welcoming environments
Coworking solves for:
Social connection during the workday
Feeling part of something bigger
Purpose beyond solo work
The takeaway…
Coworking isn’t really about desks, it’s about meeting motivational needs:
Momentum → Type 3
Energy & freedom → Type 7
Stability & belonging → Type 6
Focus & structure → Type 1
When Coworking spaces communicate how they support the way people are wired, the right members don’t just join, they stay.