Summary

In this conversation, Christoph Fahle speaks with Kristinna Kristensen, the General Manager of Xplora, about her experiences with coworking spaces and the growth of Xplora, a company that creates smartwatches for children. Kristinna shares insights on the transition from a traditional office to a coworking environment, the benefits and challenges of this shift, and how it aligns with the company’s growth strategy. They discuss the importance of creating an attractive office environment to enhance employee satisfaction and productivity, as well as the cost considerations associated with coworking versus traditional office spaces.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Explorer and Kristinna’s Role
02:25 The Vision Behind Explorer’s Smartwatch for Kids
04:35 Growth and Expansion of Explorer
06:39 Transitioning to a Co-Working Space
09:38 Adapting to Co-Working Culture
12:32 The Overall Experience in Co-Working
13:57 Comparing Old and New Office Locations
15:23 Global Strategy and Co-Working Setup
17:09 Scaling Strategy for Future Growth
19:56 Productivity and Culture in Different Office Environments
22:43 Overcoming Prejudices About Co-Working
25:55 Meeting Room Challenges in Co-Working
27:34 Creating an Attractive Office Environment
28:57 Cost Considerations in Co-Working Spaces
31:20 Advice for Fast-Growing Companies
34:06 Final Thoughts on Co-Working and Office Spaces