186. Steve Kinder of Good Coworking on Blending Real Estate, Community, and Creativity

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What do you do when you find a 60,000 square foot "mess" of a building… and see nothing but potential? That's exactly what Steve Kinder did. When Gio and John toured Good Coworking, I kept thinking about how rare it is to meet an operator who truly sees a space not just for what it is—but for what it could become. Steve didn't just open a coworking space. He reimagined an entire building, and honestly, an entire business model. From owning the real estate… to layering in coworking, traditional office, artist studios, a gym, and even live/work lofts… this is one of the most thoughtful mixed-use coworking concepts I've seen. But what really stayed with me from this conversation was Steve's mindset: He didn't have a perfectly mapped-out plan; he followed curiosity. And over time, those decisions turned into a space that reflects exactly who he is—creative, community-driven, and deeply intentional. We also get into: How he turned a dilapidated building into a thriving coworking hub Why nonprofits became one of his strongest tenant bases (and why that might surprise you) How his furniture company became a "living lab" inside the space What flexible workspace operators can learn about adaptability and long-term thinking Steve Kinder is building something really special with Good Coworking, and this conversation is a great reminder that there's no single path to success in this industry. Sometimes the best thing you can do is start… and figure it out along the way. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Steve Kinder on LinkedIn Good Coworking Website Connect with your Hosts: Connect with Giovanni on LinkedIn Connect with Jamie on LinkedIn Find Jamie on the Everything Coworking Podcast

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