This is a question we hear a lot when people are considering a coworking membership in Clarksville. And honestly, it’s a fair one.
We Love Local Coffee Shops Too
We love local coffee shops. Supporting small businesses is something that really matters to us, and it’s a big part of what makes downtown Clarksville what it is.
One of our favorites is Asulon Collective, which actually shares a building with us. It was started by Emily Springer, who began with a simple coffee cart doing events. As her business grew, she expanded into a full brick-and-mortar space right here next to The Press. It’s a great spot, and we’re proud to even use her Guatemala-sourced coffee beans in our kitchen upstairs.
If you’re working from The Press, you also have direct access to Asulon from inside the building, which makes it easy to grab coffee, food, smoothies, or tea whenever you need a change of pace. We recommend it all the time—just as long as you’re supporting them when you stop in.
The Reality of Working From a Coffee Shop
All of that said, working from a coffee shop every day can be tough to rely on.
If you’ve ever searched for the best coffee shops to work in Clarksville, you’ve probably run into the same issues. It adds up quickly when you’re spending $6–$8 every time you go just to have a place to sit. On top of that, it’s not always consistent. Some days it’s quiet, other days it’s packed. You might walk in and not even find a seat.
There are also a lot of distractions that come with public spaces. Kids, groups catching up, background noise—it’s not always the easiest environment to focus in, especially if you’re trying to get through a full workday. And even if you do settle in, there’s always that slight feeling of needing to pack up after a while or buy something else to justify staying.
A Workspace You Can Count On
That’s where a coworking space in downtown Clarksville starts to make more sense.
At The Press, you don’t have to worry about finding a spot, paying for coffee all day, or competing for outlets and Wi-Fi. You have a space that’s meant for working. Everyone around you is there for the same reason, which naturally helps you stay focused and productive.
You can stay for an hour or the entire day without feeling out of place. There’s no pressure, no guesswork, and no distractions that come with a busy public setting.
The Best of Both Worlds
At the same time, you’re not losing that coffee shop feel. If you want a change of scenery, Asulon is right downstairs. You can step away, grab a drink, reset for a bit, and then come right back upstairs to your workspace.
It really gives you the best of both worlds.
If you’ve been bouncing between coffee shops trying to find a place to work in Clarksville, coworking might be the upgrade you didn’t realize you needed.