Why are brokers now bringing coworking operators to building owners?
From Flex in Five with Mike Kriel · 3:09
Show by Mike Kriel
Ten years ago, Mike Kriel couldn't get a broker to put him in front of a landlord. Today, he gets about one call a week from brokerage firms asking to do exactly that.In this episode of Flex in Five, Mike Kriel walks building owners through what changed, why the boutique brokerage firms are leading the shift, and why a floor of flexible offices has become one of the most useful tools a broker can bring to an owner.What you'll learn in this episode:Why brokers who once ignored coworking operators are now calling themHow the shortage of 20,000 square foot tenants pushed brokers toward flexWhy a floor with 70 offices gives a broker a landing spot for every small client they representWhy boutique brokerage firms are moving on this faster than the giantsWhat the shift means for a building owner with vacancy to fill right nowWant to learn more about how management agreements work and what to look for as a building owner? Download The Commercial Landlord's Guide to Flexible Office Space. It's 50+ pages built for landlords exploring flex:https://launchworkplaces.com/landlordsYou can also connect with Mike on LinkedIn to talk through your specific situation.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Mikehttps://launchworkplaces.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-kriel-a43994/---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------About Flex in Five with Mike KrielHow do you make money in the flexible workspace industry? Mike Kriel, CEO of Launch Workplaces, breaks down the opportunities, trends, and strategies that are working right now, in five minutes or less.Honest and unfiltered, each episode tackles one focused topic, from what's working in coworking to emerging opportunities for commercial landlords, brokers, developers, and operators.Drawing from real-world experience and conversations across the industry, Mike delivers actionable insights designed to help you grow your piece of the pie in this ever-evolving market.🔔 Hit subscribe to make sure you don't miss an episode.Want to learn more about how to add a profitable coworking operation to your building? Download our free eBook: https://launchworkplaces.com/landlords/
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