The coworking industry has flourished over the past few years, so choosing the one that best suits your work needs can be difficult. Luckily, if you are in major business hubs like New York City or San Francisco, your options are seemingly endless.

In order to make the most out of these spaces, you will need to be self-reliant as coworking offices are typically shared with people from various industries. Ensuring you have chargers, USB hardware, headphones, notebooks and miscellaneous office supplies can allow you to take full advantage of the office.

Just because coworking spaces are shared with other professionals, doesn’t mean you can’t personalize your space at all. Add your own personal touch to your dedicated desk or office by displaying some greenery or trinkets. This is the perfect, subtle way to make your workspace feel more like you.

While you may not share an office with your immediate colleagues, you should still take advantage of workspace relationships. Coworking is a naturally social environment, so get familiar with the people around you, regardless of their professional background. This can help you meet new people, make your work environment more enjoyable, and open you up to different business perspectives.