Whether you’re a brand new freelancer or you struck out on your own years ago, chances are the idea of setting up shop in a coworking space has crossed your mind. But because the rental of coworking spaces in Gurgaon can be hundreds (or even thousands) of dollars a month and the hourly rates are also high, it is not an investment that every freelance can make. Fortunately, it is possible to hack your working life a little to incorporate some of the benefits of coworking spaces, without overloading the budget of your freelancers.

Collaboration
Every freelancer needs a "Can I do something for you?" Friend, but it's possible to take advantage of your existing network to eliminate that collaborative itch, instead of looking for it in new places. Don't underestimate the power of a Google Chat window that you keep open all day with some friends in your industry, with an open invitation for any of you to show up to come up with an idea or polish up a speech. And while networking events are an essential component of many freelance careers, don't use them just to make connections for future work, use them to build relationships with people who can support you in the work you're doing now. (And vice versa, of course.)

Company
You may find yourself missing simply being around others, not necessarily collaborating with them. Loneliness is freelancing’s dirty little secret — even the most introverted self-employed person likely finds him or herself wishing for a little bit of water cooler small talk now and then. After all, how many times did you come back to your desk from coffee or lunch with others refreshed and ready to tackle a problem in a new way?

Remind yourself that freelancers need time with others, too, and find a way to build that into your days. You might do this simply by making sure to include plenty of interaction into your non-work life, or by hooking up with other freelancers to work alongside each other for a couple of hours each week. Important tip: If you have friends who are parents staying at home, they will likely have a permanent weekly date for a half-day walk or a cup of coffee.

Change of Scenery
If you’re suffering from cabin fever, chances are you’re not doing your best work. While a coworking space is a simple and easy way to get out of the house and work, other places can be just as conducive to getting things done. Its public library offers plenty of space for people to work, and many also offer free private meeting rooms and studios. Hotel lobbies, ferry trips (no, seriously), common university spaces, and even bars are all great options too if a little more ready-to-use.

Really speaking: cafeterias are a workspace for freelancers, but be sure to observe good etiquette by tipping, rearranging every two hours, taking up as little space as possible, keeping your voice down, and respecting the fact that other people They are also trying to use WiFi. Support small, locally owned spaces when you can; remember, your owners are probably freelancers like you.

Dedicated Work Space
Let’s be honest — most of us don’t have a spare room in our homes that’s just waiting to be converted into a home office. And if you need a workspace with associated amenities — lots of space to spread out, unlimited office supplies, telecommunications equipment — chances are, you’ll need to spring for coworking space. But if all you’re looking for is a workspace that feels distinct and separate from your living space, there are many ways to make that happen.

A dedicated table or desk is ideal: If you're in a small space, consider a small folding table that you pull out only during business hours, no matter how tempting it may seem to work from your bed. And while independent living doesn't always mean you're using spare electronic devices, limiting work tasks to a laptop and other tasks to an iPad or tablet can also help. Smaller signals, such as playing soft classical or alpha/beta wave music, might even suffice. The line between work and life is ultimately all in your head.