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The Growth Signal reports 👇

Consumer interest in ‘third spaces’ spiked in early 2023—a response to lockdowns and social isolation.

This wasn’t a temporary reaction. Instead, a fundamental shift in how people seek connection.

🧐 What are third spaces?

They aren’t your home (first space) or work (second space) but a (third space) where people gather, socialize, and build community. Classic examples include:

– Parks
– Libraries
– Museums
– Coffee Shops

An increasingly popular kind of third space in Ireland: men’s sheds 🇮🇪

Some ideas to cash in on this trend…

• A directory site of third spaces, categorized by location, vibe, activities, etc.
• Start a service hosting recurring events in third spaces (eg. coffee shop coworking)
• Copy what Museum Hacks ($2.8M rev) did in other cities.
• Newsletter focusing on third spaces in your local area.
• YouTube channel focusing on third spaces in your local area.

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