Podcasts about global workplace analytics

From leadership gaps to communication barriers to unclear expectations — companies are missing opportunities to find a distributed work model that works best for their teams. On this episode of the Inclusion in Progress podcast, we discuss what is standing in the way of making distributed work models effective, why the debate should move beyond remote vs. RTO (return-to-office), and what leaders like you can do to unlock the true potential of distributed work in 2025 and beyond. To discover more actionable insights on building effective distributed work models that address key challenges and support both business outcomes and employee well-being, supplement your listening by downloading our Distributed Work Model E-Book. It's packed with actionable insights to help: Build clear, intentional work models that improve productivity. Reduce inefficiencies and turnover, boosting your bottom line. Position your company as a leader in inclusive, globally distributed teams. And if you want to learn more, we're partnering with clients using our Inclusive Distributed Work™ framework this year — all you have to do is reach out to us at info@inclusioninprogress.com.   LINKS: info@inclusioninprogress.com www.inclusioninprogress.com/podcast www.linkedin.com/company/inclusion-in-progress  Download our Distributed Work Models E-Book to learn how to find the distributed work model that enables your teams to perform at their best. Review our previous discussion on IIP096: The Hidden Biases of Hybrid Work. Learn more about Global Workplace Analytics' study on the Costs of Distributed Work. Check out Mark Ma and his team's full paper discussing the Return to Office Mandates and Brain Drain. Want us to partner with you on building more inclusive distributed work? Get in touch to learn how we can tailor our services to your company's DEI and remote work initiatives. Read our Forbes features on Ways to Support Employee Mental Wellbeing, What Self Care Looks Like For Us, and How to Create Effective Online Diversity Training. Subscribe to the Inclusion in Progress Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to get notified when new episodes come out! Learn how to leave a review for the podcast.

Host Dan Spiegel, SVP and Managing Director of Coldwell Banker Commercial, is joined by Kate Lister, President of Global Workplace Analytics to discuss the future of office following the COVID-19 pandemic and how the rise in remote work has shifted employee demands. They cover strategies for employee retention in an ever-changing office landscape, and provide valuable insights into more effective workplace practices, shedding light on key offerings and amenities building owners must consider when it comes to meeting market demands.

New ways of working, besides being in the office all day, have been a huge talking point since the pandemic pushed many of us into remote or hybrid work. But is this trend dying down in 2024? We published the 2024 Workplace Flexibility Trends Report recently to dig into what the data says about workplace flexibility today. To talk through the findings, we welcomed two experts on workplace flexibility and analytics – Nida Mehtab, the CEO and Founder of Caryatid, and Kate Lister, President of Global Workplace Analytics, to the podcast.We explore what the data says about workplace trends around remote and hybrid work, flexible hours, how different generations of workers prefer to work and take part in meetings, and much more. Download the report today to learn more. You can find the link in the resources section below. Learning points from the episode include:00:00 - 03:03 Introduction03:04 - 03:58 What the Workplace Flexibility Trends Report is about 03:59 - 06:30 The standout findings from our research06:31 - 08:32 How to find a balance between remote and office working 08:33 - 11:23 Tapping into the “why” of returning to the office11:24 - 16:41 Why companies aren't providing the resources to return to the office 16:41 - 24:13 How to bring flexibility into meetings 24:13 - 26:18 How AI tools can help you give everyone a voice in meetings 26:19 - 36:18 Accommodating mixed feelings on commuting to the office and meetings 36:19 - 42:01 How younger generations prefer to communicate42:02 - 43:16 Why workplaces need to find a middle ground that works for the organization and employees 43:17 - 46:48 How to connect with and learn more from Nida and KateImportant links and mentions: Download the 2024 Workplace Flexibility Trends Report: https://www.techsmith.com/research-2024-workplace-flexibility-trends-report.html Connect with Nika on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nida-mehtab-26499672/ Connect with Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/klister/Caryatid: https://www.caryatid-space.com/Global Workplace Analytics: https://globalworkplaceanalytics.com/Follow FutureWorkforce on X: https://twitter.com/FutureWorkforce

On What's Your Work Fit we pose this question: How Will Workplace Evolve in 2024? Answering that question and others is our guest, Kate Lister. Kate is a globally recognized expert in the future of work and workplace. As President of Global Workplace Analytics, she helps hiring managers to develop, deploy, and measure the results … Continue reading How Will Workplace Evolve in 2024? →

In our latest episode, hosts Rick Haney and Kaleem Clarkson enjoy a captivating conversation with the accomplished Kate Lister, Principal of Global Workplace Analytics. With nearly two decades of expertise, Kate has been at the forefront of helping employers shape, implement, and evaluate on-site, remote, and hybrid workplace strategies.In this episode, Kate's remarkable journey comes to life, revealing surprising twists from her transition from banking to operating a vintage flight-seeing business with her husband. The challenges of her consulting days take center stage, intertwined with the creation of a groundbreaking calculator that vividly illustrates the substantial savings achievable through remote work. Kate's outstanding background and numerous media features add an extra layer of intrigue to her already impressive accomplishments. Discover how Kate Lister is making work, work better, and explore the exciting landscape of remote work with a seasoned expert at the helm.Discussing her accomplishments, her calculator, a feat of complexity with over 600 calculations and 125 variables, steps into the spotlight. Its significance in quantifying the impact of remote work becomes evident, showcasing its monumental importance.Witness her transformative approach to convincing companies about the benefits of remote work. Initially hesitant to engage with clients resisting remote work, Kate has evolved to focus on education backed by evidence. She emphasizes the critical role of measuring and articulating concerns accurately, guiding companies to concentrate on the right issues.Three years ago an occurrence that easily captures the essence of Kate's journey took place, she received a call that seemed unbelievable. A testimony before the U.S. Senate Committee in 2020 became a reality, marked by its challenges and unexpected moments.A unique and entertaining exploration of Kate Lister's journey and the intricacies of remote work, offering a delightful and informative experience for listeners, both before and during the pandemic. Tune in now to Remotely One for an enlightening adventure into the world of remote work!Thank you for joining us this time Kate, it was awesome!Learn more about Kate:Kate's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/klister/Global Workplace Analytics: https://globalworkplaceanalytics.com/Remote Work Savings Calculators: https://globalworkplaceanalytics.com/about_our_calculators

Global Workplace Analytics' Kate Lister shares her insights on the growth of remote work, the challenges leaders face with the abstract nature of managing virtual teams, and why using data-driven research is important instead of relying on gut-based decision-making at work. You're listening to episode 38 of the Happy Space Podcast. Today I speak with Kate Lister, founder of Global Workplace Analytics. You'll enjoy her candid take on the future of work. Kate Lister, president of Global Workplace Analytics, discusses the shift towards remote work and how organizations have been reacting. Kate shares her insights about the importance of moving from gut-based decisions to research-driven strategies and how remote work dramatically increased because of the pandemic. This conversation also highlights the significance of inclusive work practices for employers to retain their workforce. Kate says that it's an era of transformation for businesses, and leaders need to be more intentional, embrace transparency, and grasp the opportunities presented by the changing world of work.Kate is a widely-recognized thought leader on workplace, workforce, technological, and other trends that are changing the who, what, when, where, and how of work.She has been helping public and private sector employers optimize their remote, hybrid, and flexible work strategies for nearly two decades.Kate's recent client work includes the development and roll-out of hybrid/remote workplace and return-to-office strategies for a global law firm, an automotive industry giant, a regional insurance company, and a behemoth tech firm.Kate produces a wide range of primary and secondary research and is a trusted source of insights about the future of work for news outlets including the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, and dozens of others. She has appeared on NPR, The Today Show, CNBC Nightly News, Voice of America, Fox News, and dozens of other TV and radio news programs.As a resident of San Diego, Kate charges extra if she has to travel anywhere with temperatures over 75F or less than 65F, humidity greater than 75%, frequent rain, or bugs. She's willing to make exceptions for Hawaii and New Zealand. She's over-the-top nuts about dogs and gardening (as long as it's not too hot out).CHAPTERS00:30 The shift towards remote work04:15 Leaders tendency towards fear and control in remote work07:49 The impact of the pandemic on remote work14:27 How employees experience remote work21:31 The reality of bias in leaders and the false consensus effect26:02 #flexibilityisinclusivity and the risks of ignoring equity in remote work31:24 The importance of data-driven research and avoiding gut decisions34:27 The role of transparency and accountability in leadership35:03 The future of distributed and remote work & where we need to go from hereLINKSGlobal Workplace AnalyticsShamrock OrganizationU.S. General Services AdministrationIMAGE CREDITSKate Lister headshot - Kate ListerGlobal Workplace Analytics logo - Global Workplace AnalyticsCircling the Wagons - CanvaTug of War - CanvaPress Rewind - CanvaFactory Workers - CanvaShamrock graphic - CanvaHybrid Work, group surrounding talking screen -...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Tuesday, Jan. 16  Country Roads Angel Network looks forward to its new leadership. Recent college grads: Stay in WV and find remote work through First Ascent WV. And Berkeley County's Cider Press Restaurant brings farm-fresh food to the table…on today's daily304. #1 – From WV BUSINESSLINK – The start-up business picture in West Virginia became even brighter  with the announcement from Country Roads Angel Network that it was naming Morgantown businessman Frank Vitale as its president. Vitale has more than two decades of experience in banking, entrepreneurship and government service. He currently leads Forge Business Solutions as president and CEO and will continue in that role in addition to serving as president of CRAN.  Recognized as the Mountain State's first accredited angel network, CRAN was launched in late 2019, and now will have Vitale at the helm with a focus on doubling CRAN's current investor roster over the next two years and generating millions of dollars of investments for WV start-up businesses. “West Virginia is poised for tremendous investment and growth in the start-up and early stage space. Rest assured that CRAN will be a lightning rod for this,” he said. Over a three-year period beginning in December 2020, CRAN has made direct investments of $1.2 million in entrepreneurs and those angel funds have been complemented by matching capital dollars approaching $10 million. Read more: https://wvbusinesslink.com/2024/01/10/morgantown-businessman-frank-vitale-named-president-of-country-roads-angel-network/ #2 – From FIRST ASCENT WV – Hybrid and remote work are more than just buzzwords-they're practical options which can bring more agility to a company and allow diverse workers to maximize their potential. Brought to the forefront of the public's awareness during the pandemic, these types of employment have been building for decades and are predicted to maintain momentum for the future.  As noted by Global Workplace Analytics and Fortune, letting employees work remotely even just 2-3 days per week can save companies nearly $11,000 per employee by reducing expenses associated overhead costs like office space and utilities. Along with money, time and energy can be saved with hybrid and remote work, bringing us to another positive factor for the bottom line: increased productivity. Hybrid and remote workers can choose interruption-free spaces, including home offices and co-working spaces, to enhance concentration and focus, allowing them to complete tasks more efficiently. Through the power of community, purpose, and the outdoors, First Ascent is transforming the professional landscape of West Virginia by cultivating a hub for remote and hybrid workers to thrive. If you're a recent or prospective graduate of Marshall University or West Virginia University, check out what First Ascent has to offer.  Read more: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/hybrid-remote-work-beyond-traditional-workspaces-first-ascent-wv-n4swe/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&utm_campaign=share_via   #3 – From BERKELEY CO DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY – The Cider Press Restaurant, located inside Taylor's Farm Market in Inwood, is co-owned by Ryan and Robert Taylor, a father-son duo that are lifelong residents of the area. They have a mission to bring farm fresh food straight to the table for the residents of Berkeley County.  Taylor Farms was founded in the 1970s by Robert Taylor and has now expanded to house 2,500 acres of crops. In 2016, with a significant amount of extra space and a successful Farmer's Market, the Taylor family opted to open a restaurant that would source as many local, seasonal items as possible, including their own harvests from Taylor Farms.  Ryan Taylor believes one of the greatest benefits of doing business in Berkeley County is the direct access to major roadways, recognizing the impact of the continuous travelers on I-81 and nearby I-70. He is grateful to the local community as well for their encouragement and reliability and his staff for their constant efforts stating, “I have a great team of people-if it wasn't for them, we couldn't do what we do.” Read more: https://www.developmentauthority.com/2023/05/17/cider-press-restaurant-taylors-farm-market/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

Kate Lister is President at Global Workplace Analytics where she is passionate about helping employers develop, deploy, and measure the results of remote and hybrid workplace strategies. Mike Petrusky invited Kate to join him on the show just days after returning from Denver, CO where they both took part in “The Big Debate: Which way should the pendulum swing?” with the Workplace Evolutionaries community. They agreed to take a more thoughtful, nuanced approach when discussing the impact of remote work and acknowledged that the problem facing companies is NOT a binary one and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Mike and Kate took a deeper dive into the challenges brought up in the debate, including the difficulty in measuring the impact of remote work on productivity, innovation, culture, and engagement. Kate believes that the evolution of work is just beginning and she challenges workplace leaders to remain curious, open to new ideas, and willing to experiment. Mike and Kate both emphasized the importance of adaptability and continuous learning, especially for facility management professionals, as they navigate the future of work and seek to be a Workplace Innovator in their organizations! Connect with Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/klister/ Learn more about GWA: https://globalworkplaceanalytics.com/ Explore the latest Eptura Workplace Index Report: https://lp.eptura.com/content-eptura-workplace-index-Q2.html Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Kate Lister is a pioneer in workplace and workforce strategies, having worked in the field for nearly two decades. With expertise on trends shaping who, what, when and how we work, Kate's work is in high demand given the significant changes in recent years, especially post-pandemic. On today's episode of The Ecosystemic Futures Podcast, our hosts sit down with Kate, President of Global Workplace Analytics, to discuss optimizing for the new work structure including how we bring more flexibility in the way we work and how we consciously broaden both geographic and economic levels.  Guest: Kate Lister, President of Global Workplace Analytics Co-host: Vikram Shyam, PhD, Futurist, Convergent Aeronautics Solutions Project, NASA Series Host: Dyan Finkhousen, Founder & CEO, Shoshin Works and Ecosystemic Futures

Our first episode in this series on The Future of Work discussed building for resiliency and optimizing for today's new work structure. In this episode of The Ecosystemic Futures Podcast, our hosts sit down with Kate Lister, President of Global Workplace Analytics, to examine planning for equity within this new structure, including factors to consider for more equitable economic and geographical distribution. Included in today's discussion is an analysis of the different possible scenarios ranging from a dematerialized work environment to hybrid work to in-person collaboration.  Guest: Kate Lister, President of Global Workplace Analytics Co-host: Vikram Shyam, PhD, Futurist, Convergent Aeronautics Solutions Project, NASA Series Host: Dyan Finkhousen, Founder & CEO, Shoshin Works and Ecosystemic Futures 

Kate Lister is President of Global Workplace Analytics and a veteran advocate of remote working—or teleworking as it was previously called. Kate brings almost two decades of experience making data-based business cases to employers to convince them of the financial merits of offering remote working options. She discusses the catalyzing effect of the pandemic which substantially increased the awareness and acceptance of new work arrangements. Kate highlights the long history of employees' desire for flexibility over their work location and schedule. She also warns of significant downsides for corporations if they do not integrate hybrid or remote work models.   KEY TAKEAWAYS   [03:34] Kate starts as a banker, becomes an entrepreneur, and is about to retire when the Great Recession hits.   [04:14] With her husband, Kate builds and runs a vintage airplane ride business for 16 years!   [05:10] They sell the business—which they had run from home—and research their next home-based venture.   [06:40] Kate's daughter gets scammed by home-based work, so Kate and her husband write their third book revealing the “naked truth” about making money from home.   [07:56] Researching for the book, Kate notices no one has made the business case for “teleworking”—trying to quantify the benefits.   [08:40] “Show me the money!” The financial benefits are clear—saving 52 mins of commuting time and 3 hours of distracted time at the office every day.   [09:07] Kate has built up a database of over 6,000 research documents studying workplaces and quantifying telecommuting/remote working effects and benefits.   [09:32] Making the fact-based business case to the C-suite, quantifying why productivity and or retention would increase. A calculator is available online.   [10:20] Benefiting people, planet, and profit. Employees also saved money—employees' desire to work remotely or not is not considered (pre-pandemic).   [11:02] A champion typically brings Kate in to persuade the (rest of the) C-suite depending on the pain point(s) for the particular company—such as saving money, talent or office space.   [13:59] Contingent labor typically goes up and down signaling the start and end of a recession, but that does not happen at the end of the Great Recession—and reasons change.   [14:54] Reported remote workdays grow 10% a year pre-pandemic, but from a small base.   [15:41] Census data (questions) is not capturing accurate data about remote workdays.   [16:57] Kate is surprised by how quickly people adapted to working remotely during the pandemic.   [18:31] Remote work becomes more humanized and egalitarian, people feel more trusted.   [20:59] 2021 is Kate's busiest and most polarized consulting year to date as employers and employees had conflicting desires about returning to the office.   [21:59] Time-shifting work is even more popular with employees than remote working options, but meets more resistance from employers.   [23:12] If people working from home get their work done, why do you care what else they do?   [23:37] The percentage of people wanting to work fully-remote and hybrid is increasing.   [24:02] 18 years ago, 90% of people already wanted to work part of the week from home.   [26:26] Kate shows CEOs and CFOs the business costs if they were to force people back to the office.   [27:13] The business case often involves reducing real estate costs, also recognizing workplace issues.   [28:27] Research shows people want the ability to have privacy at the office.   [29:00] Activity Based Working was building prior to the pandemic to provide better office workspaces.   [30:18] Kate shares the likely stable office- and home-based working percentages going forward.   [31:35] Remote working is one choice in a palette of flexibility to give people autonomy.   [33:52] Trust hindered telework taking off in 1973—leaders are babysitting, not managing by results.   [34:40] IMMEDIATE ACTION TIP: To hire the best and the brightest, the work has got to be where they are, as well as to achieve levels of engagement necessary to be successful and to attain the kind of trust that will support innovation. So double down on integrating remote to benefit.     RESOURCES   Kate Lister on LinkedIn Kate on Twitter @FutureWorkforce Kate's company website GlobalWorkplaceAnalytics.com Hybrid and remote work costs and benefits Workplace ROI and breakeven calculators Undress for Success: The Naked Truth about Making Money at Home by Kate Lister and Tom Harnish     QUOTES (edited)   “The C-suite talks in numbers. ‘Show me the money!' and it just seemed easy to me to look at.”   “At the end of the day, we showed that you could save $11,000 per halftime remote worker per year.”   “They could offset the cost of the entire office space with an increase of productivity of less than one minute a day.”   “I know a big part of the reason, from the data I've collected, that people didn't want to come back to the office is because we've made them so awful.”   “We're also starting to see that it's just one choice in a palette of flexibility. We wouldn't just be doing a telework program or remote work program. It would be a suite of programs so that everybody had a chance to participate.”   “Nobody's telling you how to do it or when to do it. We've known since the fifties that it's the best way to manage people anyway. And we just ignored the science.”   “Managers didn't trust their people, it's why telework didn't take off in the 70's.”

Almost three out of every four companies are implementing permanent hybrid work models this year. What kind of impact will that have on company culture, productivity, and employee mental health and well-being? Amy Freshman, Senior Director of Global HR for ADP - who has worked remotely long before the pandemic - shares her ideas on what HR can do to drive positive outcomes in these areas. Highlights:  [3:23] Strategic approach to going hybrid [6:21] Addressing the downside risks of a post-pandemic hybrid environment [10:44] The risks of mandating daily commuting to the office again  [13:11] What about employees who thought pandemic remote work changes were permanent? [20:15] ADP's “Month of Wellness” [25:25] Preparing managers to have conversations about mental health [27:26] HR's support for managers [32:08] Check-in conversations [36:12] The future of hybrid work [40:13] Measuring whether hybrid work/flexible work is a good thing Guest Bio Amy Freshman, Senior Director of Global HR, ADP After 17 years in various sales roles, Amy joined the HR organization at ADP to head the company's flexible work arrangements program in 2012. Her duties have since expanded to include HR lead on all merger and acquisition activities within the company, in partnership with ADP's strategy organization. She leads critical programs and events, including an HR summit focused on learning and connection among ADP's global HR team members, and an annual companywide Month of Wellness that provides sessions and engagement activities related to wellbeing. She earned her SHRM-SCP certification in 2021. Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyfreshman/⁠ https://www.adp.com/ ADP Research Institute https://www.adpri.org/ Global Workplace Analytics https://globalworkplaceanalytics.com/ We want to hear from you. Leave a review (5-Star would be nice!) on Apple Podcasts and add your question in the comment. We read every review and use them to choose topics, guests, and interview questions for the podcast. You can also reach out at ⁠podcast@hrmorning.com⁠.  If you love this show, please share your favorite episodes with colleagues and on social media. We greatly appreciate your support. Thank you for listening. Remember to subscribe and follow us so you never miss an episode!  Voices of HR is brought to you by ⁠HRMorning.com⁠.

Are you ready for an absolute knock-out podcast exploring the future of remote work, technology, and people? Whether you're a remote work fan or an in-person on-site advocate, this podcast is for you!  As we all know, the pandemic has turned the world of work on its head. Remote work has become the new norm for millions of employees around the world, but not everyone agrees that it's the best thing since sliced bread. So, what does this shift mean for the future of work, recruitment, and retention of talent? And what on earth do team building and company culture look like in this Everywhere Workplace? Well, fear not, because we interviewed a superstar panel of experts to dive into the remote work revolution. We're talking about the trends, benefits, and challenges of remote and hybrid work, the impact of remote work on productivity and employee engagement, and the long-term implications of this revolution on the workplace. Our amazing panel includes Kate Lister, President of Global Workplace Analytics and an expert on remote work; Jeff Abbott, CEO of Ivanti, Inc. and cybersecurity and digital employee experience leader; and Gad Levanon, Chief Economist at Burning Glass Institute and a labor market expert. So hang out with us for a few minutes as we explore the fascinating world of "Revolutionizing the Workplace: The Remote Work Revolution." 

What employer wouldn't want to save $11,000 per employee? That is just one of the benefits associated with embracing remote work. But Kate Lister, President of Global Workplace Analytics, recognizes 100% remote work may not be feasible for all organizations which is why she says a hybrid approach is the perfect compromise. In this episode, Kate discusses the upsides of adapting what work looks like. As you listen, you'll learn how to navigate the challenges of remote work, maximize productivity, and leverage technology. Resources:  Telework savings calculator Whitepapers and research from Global Workplace Analytics  

If the pandemic has taught us anything, it is that remote work is here to stay. But how can we maximize employee productivity and collaboration in the new hybrid workplace? To answer this question, our host spoke with Kate Lister, President of Global Workplace Analytics. Kate is a leading expert on trends in workplace flexibility, remote work, and telecommuting. Her data-driven research sheds light on why companies are increasingly moving towards remote work arrangements and what it means for the future of work. In our conversation, Kate shares the benefits of hybrid and remote work practices, as well as how they can be optimized to foster better work-life balance. We discuss the psychological, social, and physical differences between remote and hybrid workers, and how these differences can be leveraged to improve performance. Listen to the podcast to find out more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/remotefirst/message

Contact us: https://www.lyfemarketing.com/digital-marketing-services/social-media-marketing-services/Does your business work remotely, or are you switching to remote work soon? In this episode, we cover 5 great remote work tools that are essential to working remotely! Global Workplace Analytics believes that 25-30% of the workforce will work remotely by 2021.And if you clicked on this post, you probably have already transitioned to a remote workplace or are about to.As a business owner, you want to make sure your team is equipped with all the right tools to have a productive workday.And, you also want to ensure that you have the right tools to conduct your business successfully from home. Our office went remote in 2020 as did many other companies.So today, we're sharing the top remote work tools that we have used both as an employee and as someone who manages a team of people.// LYFE Marketing ➡ Check out our Social Media Advertising Course: https://www.lyfemarketing.com/social-ads-mastery/➡ We're LYFE Marketing, a full-time digital marketing agency for small businesses. We help people grow online through various marketing channels. We help you de-code if advertising is the right fit for your growth trajectory, or see if organic growth is more of your speed. Regardless, our goal is to build a massive portfolio of success stories. So one day, we can look back and say that we made a difference in the world. This channel will provide you with good tips and suggestions for a large range of marketing topics. And we're not holding back. But if you want a tailored strategy, then don't hesitate to contact us on our website.

Workplace MVP: Cynthia Milota, Ware Malcomb, and Kate Lister, Global Workplace Analytics While many companies adapted to a fully remote work model last year, shifting to a hybrid, in-person/remote workplace this year raises many questions. Creating equitable arrangements among employees and bottom-line implications are just two of the considerations. Cynthia Milota, Ware Malcomb, and Kate […] The post

A reminder that I've moved to a once-a-month webinar format, held on the third Thursday of the month at 4:00 p.m. Eastern. The topic is different each month, and I jam-pack them full of content. To learn about the next webinar: https://mastercoachwebinars.carrd.co We're hearing a lot about “The Great Resignation” of 2021 and the volatile job market. I wanted to personally do a deep dive on this topic, and decided to share what I uncovered with you guys. According to the Labor Department, a record 4 million people quit their jobs in April 2021, starting what is called the “Great Resignation” period. People began to see their lives differently. While some realized how much time they were spending commuting and want to continue working remotely, others felt the exhaustion of digital overload and lack of connections. At the same time, companies like Apple are delaying its return to the office to October as the Delta variant surges. Employees are claiming more flexibility, defining hybrid work as the best alternative in the post-pandemic workplace to adapt to the VUCA context. A report by TINYpulse shows that 62.8% of HR leaders say that hybrid work optimizes employee performance in their organization Here are some statistics to set the stage: -According to Monster, 95% of workers are currently considering changing jobs -Microsoft Research found 41% of the global workforce is considering changing jobs -HR executives expect only 8% of employees to quit once COVID restrictions are lifted. -According to Global Workplace Analytics, the hybrid work model is here to stay; 25%-30% of the U.S. workforce will be working partially from home by the end of 2021. According to rainmakerthinking's report, “Winning the Talent Wars,” they found the following: -Voluntary unplanned turnover – the “quit rate” - is increasing -Pent-up departure demand – the “want to quit rate” is also increasing -Early voluntary departure of new hires – employed for less than 18 months – is increasing What is going on? -Workforce burnout and depression -Fear of infection, resulting in fear of returning to the workplace -Extended unemployment and other benefits – effectively de-incentivizing the workforce -Increased family care needs -Location disruption -Changes in certain industries, such as healthcare, education, and public safety -Hastened retirements and career-pausing -Postponed schooling/training/graduation, causing delayed workforce entry What are the costs? -Sales are missed, orders can't be fulfilled, services can't be delivered -Current staff members are burnt out from overcommitment -Overtime costs are increasing -Perpetual understaffing causes bad habits as employees see cutting corners as the only solution -New hires are getting the on-boarding and initial training they need to be fully engaged and productive According to “Winning the Talent Wars,” these are the top four causes of early departures: -Buyer's remorse – the employer oversold the job and made promises they can't keep out of desperation to staff their vacant positions -Inadequate on-boarding and initial training -Hand-off to an unsupportive manager -Limited flexibility “When employees, whether new hires or longer-term, decide to quit when the time is right, we call this ‘leaving in your head,” or ‘leaving without leaving.” This phenomenon is sometimes the explanation for diminished performance or bad attitude from a previously good employee.” These are the top five causes of mid-stage departures: -Overcommitment syndrome for an extended period of time – creating “siege mentality” that feels like an assault. -Disengaged or unsupportive manager -Limited flexibility -Lack of career path -Relationship conflict “As hiring soars to record levels in the post-pandemic era, quit rates are also soaring as pent-up departure demand is released.” Where are the most vacancies? Construction, manufacturing, warehousing and pharmacy jobs are now in ample supply, the firm's data shows. "The economy is still all about the pandemic," said Jed Kolko, chief economist at the Indeed Hiring Lab. "The biggest increase in job postings are those that either help get us through the pandemic or help us get out of the pandemic." The hottest jobs sectors are those that "make and move things," Kolko added. E-commerce, warehouse and delivery jobs, all of which surged during the pandemic, are now growing at an even faster clip. The number of warehouse jobs listed on Indeed as of early April was 57% above what they were before the virus struck. The broader logistics field could add as many as 4.5 million new jobs over the next five years, according to Burning Glass, a labor market analytics firm. Along with frontline jobs, like truck drivers, that includes data analysts, software engineers, project managers and other positions required to maintain supply chains, Burning Glass predicted. Factories that make goods are going through their own labor pains. Manufacturers laid off fewer workers during the first wave of COVID-19 compared with service industries. Meanwhile, consumer demand for everything from personal protective equipment to vehicles has surged, putting a squeeze on the sector.  The drive to vaccinate people against COVID-19 is also spawning job opportunities in pharmacies and other health care organizations. Across the U.S, more than 1 in 5 job openings at the end of February was in health care and social assistance, according to Labor Department data.  Which industries are still hurting? -Education -IT -Beauty & Wellness -Hospitality & Tourism Here are seven trends that the Microsoft report highlighted leaders need to know when planning a return to the office. 1. Flexible work is here to stay. 73 percent of workers surveyed want flexible remote work options to continue, while at the same time, 67 percent are craving more in-person time with their teams. Companies should consider re-designing physical spaces to accommodate hybrid work environments better 2. Leaders are out of touch with their employees. People expect their employers and leaders to empathize with their unique challenges. More one-on-one meetings and informal conversations are required, especially for remote workers. If working in hybrid work environments, face-to-face meetings can enhance the connection even more. 3. High productivity is masking an exhausted workforce. 54% feel overworked. Microsoft discovered that apart from an increase in time spent in meetings, the average Teams meeting is 10 minutes longer (up from 35 to 45 minutes). In addition, the average Teams user sends 45%  more chats per week and 42% more chats per person after hours, with 62% of meetings not planned. 4. Gen Z is at risk and will need to be re-energized. Employees ages 18-25 reported that they were more likely to struggle balancing work with life (+8 percentage points) and to feel exhausted after a typical day of work (+8 percentage points) when compared to older generations. For Gen Z's, feeling a sense of purpose and connection is essential to feel satisfied at work, but remote work makes this more challenging, especially for those new to the workforce. 5. Shrinking networks are endangering innovation. Respondents who reported weaker workplace relationships were less likely to report thriving at activities that lead to innovation. “When you lose connections, you stop innovating” said Dr. Nancy Baym, Senior Principal Researcher at Microsoft. 6. Authenticity will spur productivity and well-being. At the same time that networks shrank, a good trend that started last year was increasing authentic relations with those closest to us. The research shows that 39% of people in the study said they are more likely to be their whole selves at work compared to one year ago. These more personal interactions can increase inclusion, productivity, innovation and psychological safety. 7. Talent is everywhere in a hybrid work world. Together with an increase in resignations, the marketplace is broader as companies are more eager to hire employees living on the other side of the planet. It is also more accessible for minorities, women with children, and talent residing in smaller cities that prefer remote work. Are you in the wrong job that chips away at you every day? The CareerSpring document and coaching program will help you find a job that uses your zone of genius, recognizes your value, and pays you what you're worth. 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Americans are eager to return to a world without pandemic restrictions — except when it comes to work. Studies show almost 70 percent of employees who’ve worked from home this past year want to continue with a form of remote work, even after COVID-19 is under control.  Working parents are even more sold. Six out of 10 say they will quit their jobs in search of one with more flexibility if they can’t continue remote work. Employers are adjusting. Twitter and Facebook announced its employees may continue to work from home forever, if they choose. Other companies are hiring C-suite managers just to oversee remote work. Even hometown giant Target is in on the trend, giving up one-third of its office space in downtown Minneapolis in favor of more flexibility for its workforce. It’s a lot of change at once. Will we be able to adapt? That’s the question MPR News host Kerri Miller tackled on Tuesday. She was joined by two women who have studied the work-from-home trend even before the pandemic forced us all into a vast experiment. How can employees — and employers — make the shift? Guests: Tsedal Neeley is a professor of business administration at Harvard Business School and the author of “Remote Work Revolution.” Kate Lister is president of Global Workplace Analytics, a research and consulting firm that helps employers understand and prepare for the future of work. To listen to the full conversation you can use the audio player above. Subscribe to the MPR News with Kerri Miller podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.

Kate is president of Global Workplace Analytics (GWA), a research and consulting firm that helps employers understand and prepare for the future of work. Her expertise is focused on workplace, workforce, technology, and other trends that are changing the who, what, when, where, and how of work. She has been helping public and private sector employers implement and optimize hybrid-remote work strategies for over 15 years.Working with some of the world's most respected product and service providers, GWA helps make the 'people, planet, and profit' business case for workplace change and collaborates to publish a wide range of original and secondary research.Kate is a highly regarded speaker and writer. She has written or co-authored five business books, numerous white papers, and scores of articles for major media outlets. Her firm's research has been cited by hundreds of publications including the Harvard Business Review, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, and many others. She is a member of the strategic advisory board and leadership team of Workplace Evolutionaries (WE), a global group of leading workplace thinkers and doers who are dedicated to "changing the world one workplace at a time.” In July of 2020, Kate was one of three witnesses invited to testify before a congressional committee on the future of telework in government.As a resident of San Diego, Kate teases clients that she charges extra if she has to travel anywhere that's too hot, too cold, too wet, too humid, or too buggy.Links to Kate's stuff on the World Wide Web:LinkedInGlobal Workplace Analytics

For more than a year now, millions of people have been forced out of their offices by the pandemic to work from home. But is that a situation that's here to stay or a temporary blip – an "aberration," as Goldman Sachs boss David Solomon has put it?The Agenda Podcast with Stephen Cole considers the future of work, and asks what are the real benefits and potential pitfalls of a post-pandemic return to the office?First we talk to Kate Lister, president of Global Workplace Analytics. She explains how employers can ensure that their employees remain productive with a flexible work schedule [00:42]. Then Heejung Chung from the University of Kent's school of social policy, sociology and social research explains how there could be real benefits to the new working normal, especially in bridging the gender pay and opportunities gap [06:17]. On the downside, Yasuhiro Kotera,  academic lead in counselling, psychotherapy and psychology at the University of Derby explains why many employees have struggled with working from home and what companies can do to make things easier for their employees. He also highlights the intangible benefits of working in an office and the value for both employers and employees in heading into a designated workplace [11:34]. Finally we are joined by Mathieu Proust, the general manager for the UK, Ireland and emerging markets at WeWork who enthuses on how short-term leases and shared workspaces could be the way of the future [18:12]. 

HR support for a remote workforce is not the same as an office. What about culture? Engagement? Managing poor performers? HR will have a key role in creating an effective remote/hybrid workplace. It's also an opportunity to create a more flexible work environment for employees which can increase engagement and retention. I talk to Dr. Laura Hambley-Lovett who has been studying remote/hybrid work for over 15 years! She has a lot to share including some of the following sources of better information: Dr. Hambley-Lovett's podcast 'Where Work Meets Life': https://drlaura.live/ Humance: https://humance.ca/ Work EvOHlution: https://www.workevohlution.com/ Global Workplace Analytics: https://globalworkplaceanalytics.com/ SIOP https://www.siop.org/Research-Publications/SIOP-White-Papers Dr. Tom O'Neill https://psyc.ucalgary.ca/itplab/

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced us to take a long, hard look at some things we used to take for granted. Over the past year, we've explored the wide world of masks, found a new appreciation for our wonderful public school teachers, and learned about the true value of toilet paper. We've also learned that for many small businesses, we can complete our daily work activities quite efficiently, even when the entire team is working from home. While the coronavirus didn't start the shift to remote work, it certainly sped things up. Only 3.2% of the American workforce worked from home in 2018, compared to 42% in 2020! This dramatic and rapid shift is forcing employers to consider their own policies. Are you keeping an office because it's useful, or because it's the way things have always been done? When it's safe to gather again, will it be time to let the office space go?Documents mentioned in the episode:Global Workplace Analytics: https://globalworkplaceanalytics.com/resources/costs-benefits USA Today Article: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2021/01/05/jobs-home-29-professionals-would-quit-if-forced-go-back-office/4142830001/General Info:If you want to get a hold of us, or you would like to be a guest on our show simply click here: https://www.lbmsllc.com/contact-us/Is there a topic you would like us to cover? Send an email to info@lbmsllc.com or simply call 888-416-7752Want a free evaluation of your digital marketing presence? Simply click here: https://www.lbmsllc.com/marketing-consultation/and we'll connect with you as soon as possible.For a free copy of my book, 7 Steps to Recession-Proofing Your Business, click this link: https://www.lbmsllc.com/bookConnect With Us On Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lbmsllcInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lbms4350/Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbmsllcLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/local-business-marketing-solutionsAlignable: https://www.alignable.com/fanwood-nj/local-business-marketing-solutionsConnect With Frank Directly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fdemming/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97CxzX4YnOazsF39DOe34A

In this podcast episode, Kate Lister shares how 2020 is the year that changed how people perceived remote work. She reveals facts and statistics about how companies have seen a productivity boost even during covid-19 times. However, although companies are experiencing all the benefits, they are also struggling with other aspects. For instance, companies need to prioritize building a virtual culture for employees to thrive in the long term.

Today’s Patreon-fueled shout-out comes from The Local Energy Alliance Program. LEAP wants you to consider a Home Energy Check-Up as the first step toward lowering your energy bills. For a $45 consultation, Albemarle and Charlottesville residents can have their homes audited to see what can be done to reduce energy consumption. Sign up today!”*The Virginia Department of Health has reported another 1,018 cases of COVID-19 today, bringing the seven-day average for new daily cases to 1,023. The seven-day average for positive tests is at 4.9 percent today, up from 4.6 percent last Wednesday. There were another 30 deaths reported, for a total of 3,515 since the first death was recorded on March 16. In the Blue Ridge Health District, there are another 39 cases reported, bringing the seven-day average to 26 a day. Of today’s cases, there are 21 cases from Charlottesville, six from Albemarle, two from Greene, two from Louisa, two from Fluvanna and six from Nelson. That’s one of the biggest one-day increases for Nelson. The percent positivity for PCR tests for the entire district is at 2.4 percent today. UVA now reports 59 active cases, 40 of whom are students. Five percent of quarantine rooms are occupied, as are four percent of isolation rooms. UVA Today has an interview posted with Dr. William Petri about the global surge in COVID cases and what can be done. Dr. Petri is the vice chair for research in the Department of Medicine. “I am leading the UVA part of a multi-center phase 3 study of a cocktail of anti-spike glycoprotein monoclonal antibodies for the prevention of household transmission of COVID-19,” he told writer Fariss Samarrai. “If this is shown to be successful, and if the cocktail can be mass-produced in adequate amounts, it would offer an additional approach to prevention before a vaccine becomes available.”*The Charlottesville Board of Architectural Review has passed a resolution that makes it easier for businesses in design control districts to expand operations outside. The motion states “the BAR unanimously expresses that outdoor tents and any supporting equipment or conditions including sides of tents, locating that does not conform to the current permits, access to electrical facilities, and other measures to support outdoor economic activity in the City, be permitted for as long as the Governor’s state of emergency is in effect.” The resolution came a day after Council temporarily reduced the cafe rental fees for outdoor eating spaces. Susan Payne with the Downtown Business Association of Charlottesville welcomed the change. “As the weather turns colder the new change in the city ordinance to allow tents on the Downtown Mall will allow restaurants to extend the time that they can remain open for outdoor dining,” Payne said. “By remaining open, restaurants will continue to add tax revenue to the City and keep staff employed. *The Albemarle Economic Development Authority got an update yesterday on the status of efforts to increase internet access in the rural area, an issue that has gained sudden prominence in a time of virtual education. Mike Culp is the information technology director for Albemarle County. “The Albemarle Broadband Authority (ABBA) was formed in 2017 by the Board of Supervisors under the state’s wireless services authority act,” Culp said. “Under that act, that legislation does not allow the broadband authority to process payments or tax incentives.”However, the broadband authority can enter into partnerships, and they’re doing so with the Central Virginia Electric Cooperative.“They’re building fiber to their membership and we were fortunate to participate in a tax grant incentive agreement with them,” Culp said. Gary Wood is the president of CVEC which serves 3,600 accounts in Albemarle. “When we started the project, we were looking at a $110 million investment across parts of 14 counties over a five-year period,” Wood said. “Our original feasibility study indicated that our subsidiary, we’d have to create a subsidiary to provide internet service in Virginia because electric coops aren’t allowed to provide internet service by law.” So CVEC created an entity called Firefly Fiber Broadband which leases fiber lines that the co-op is installing. Firefly Fiber Broadband then sells to households and businesses. However, the arrangement wouldn’t make financial sense without public investment.“The original feasibility study indicated that our subsidiary would not reach break-even on an annual basis until the 7th year of operation and that it wouldn’t pay off those first seven years of losses and actually make the true dollar of profit until year 11,” Wood said.CVEC has asked counties for investments in return for increased tax payments that CVEC will eventually pay on the revenues. They’ve also assembled funding from other state grants.“Together with those various programs we have ended up with enough funding so that we will be in the black this year with Firefly which is really good news as this is our our second year of operation,” Wood said. In Albemarle, CVEC is currently working in the southern and eastern ends of the county and is building $11 million worth of fiber. Wood said they are surpassing expectations in the feasibility study.“What we’ve seen is, particularly in the Midway and Cash’s Corner area of Albemarle County, we’ve over 70 percent of the homes we’ve passed take service from us which is just an incredible take rate, well beyond our expectations,” Wood said. That’s double what they had estimated. CVEC will continue to build out Firefly fiber along its electric lines but plans to expand by working with other utility companies.*The pandemic has changed commuting habits across the country, and those working to lower greenhouse gas emissions argue this time can help communities achieve reduction goals. The Community Climate Collaborative explored the topic at a Lunch and Learn as part of the Better Business Challenge. Sara Pennington of the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission runs the RideShare program, which helps to reduce single occupancy vehicle usage. “Rideshare is a local program that focuses on congestion mitigation and reducing greenhouse gases,” Pennington said. “One of the ways to do that is telework, and we are funded through the localities and the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation.” Pennington said one concept is flex scheduling where people build their work day around their own schedule. Statistics on telework were different before the pandemic. “It’s interesting to know that pre-crisis or pre-pandemic, that eighty percent of workers surveyed through global workplace analytics showed an interest in teleworking, so even before COVID-19, people wanted to explore the potential to telework,” Pennington said. Pennington said research from Global Workplace Analytics has demonstrated that employers in the United States have been able to save billions a day by shifting their workers over to teleworking. “The pandemic, it was an emergency change where we all pivoted to figure out what we could do,” Pennington said. She added that working at home does present distractions as workers share space with family members. Pennington said she is hopeful more businesses will continue with teleworking even after the emergency is over. She said firms that offer teleworking could help with recruitment and retention, and offered tips on how to come up with policies. Madeleine Ray is corporate sustainability manager for Apex Clean Energy and she said that technology helped power their transition.“Something we have found that really helps with teleworking was Microsoft Teams, it’s been a great tool for communication within each team and then if you have a quick question for someone you can drop in on them with a chat or call,” Ray said. Ray said the company was using the software before the pandemic, but not even close to the full capacity that Apex uses now. The Better Business Challenge lunch and learn will be available soon on the Community Investment Collaborative’s YouTube channel. *Today in meetings, the Charlottesville Housing Advisory Committee meets at noon, and the Albemarle Board of Supervisors meets at one p.m. They’ll have a joint meeting with the county school board to begin preliminary discussions on the next budget. They will also have a work session on proposed guidelines for anti-displacement and a tenant relocation policy. The Board adopted a general policy on September 18 but will now see more specific proposals. (agenda)“The guidelines are designed to provide benefits for residential tenants who will be displaced by housing demolition, substantial rehabilitation, conversion to nonresidential use, or sale of a residential property under a sales contract that requires an empty building,” reads the staff report. Supervisors will hold public hearings. They are for a special use permit for an a veterinary clinic, a new telecommunications lease at the county’s property on Buck’s Elbow Mountain, and to take public comment on changes to county code to remove gendered language. This is a public episode. Get access to private episodes at communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

Workforce thought-leader Dan Smolen believes that the future of work is in hybrid work. This week, we dig into fresh workforce market research sponsored by Owl Labs and Global Workplace Analytics. Their study provides a snapshot of a post-COVID workforce that splits its time between home and office. "Now, as millions of people return to the office, they recognize that the office-only workplace has become a relic of the past. With more offices resuming operation, four out of every five [of their full-time workers] will pivot to hybrid work." Survey findings: 70 percent of full-time employees worked from home during the pandemic workers on average saved $473 per month in out-of-pocket expenses for commuting and other needs 20 percent of those working from home clocked more hours than they had in the office 77 percent indicated that a post-pandemic work-from-home option would make them happier about half of respondents have increased their use of Zoom and other conferencing tools working from home added on average 40 minutes to the day that had been used for commuting KEY FINDING: 80 percent of full-time workers said that they expect to work 3 times a week from home, 2 times a week at the office Clearly, the future of work is in hybrid work. And the ramifications of the shift in how we work, and where we work, will hasten sudden and seismic shifts throughout the economy, infrastructure, and workforce. "The future will involve constant pivots and reassessments. And we will need to real-time reimagine a future of work doing meaningful work." EPISODE DATE: October 16, 2020 Social media: - LinkedIn - Facebook - Twitter - Instagram Please Subscribe to The Dan Smolen Podcast on: – Apple Podcast – Android – Google Podcasts – Pandora – Spotify – Stitcher – TuneIn …or wherever you get your podcasts. You may also click HERE to receive our podcast episodes by email. Image credits: Future of work in hybrid work, martin-dm for iStock Photo; Podcast recording session, 10/14/2020, Dan Smolen

The Covid pandemic has forced the world to embark on a remote-working experiment. Is it merely a test run or our new reality? Will it transform working life as we know it? We talked to Kate Lister, president of Global Workplace Analytics.

According to the Census bureau, 5.2% of workers worked from home prior to the pandemic. Global Workplace Analytics believes that by the end of 2021, 25-30% of the workforce will be working multiple days remotely. This can be good for business. A recent survey by digital.com discovered that 70% of remote workers feel more productive [...]

We have never been more amped up than we are for this episode because it has become crystal clear that the current employment environment is opening doors for people to take their remote work on the road. Want proof?77% of survey respondents of a recent survey expect the number of employees working primarily from home (at least three days a week) will increase post-pandemic. Consulting company Global Workplace Analytics estimates that when the pandemic is over, 30 percent of the entire workforce will work from home at least a couple times a week. Before the pandemic, that number was in the low single digitsA Littler Mendelson PC survey of 1,000 employer says that 30% of respondents plan to change policies to allow telework as long as employees prove to be productiveThe truth is there has never been a better time — in the history of the world! — to begin transitioning to a remote working lifestyle from abroad.So why not now? And why not you? We provide several reasons why this is an ideal time to start planning, and what steps to take, as well as hacks to make you a better remote worker while abroad.This is the most important episode we have done, because we truly believe it will inspire people to consider the possibilities and then take steps to creating their personal journey. Are you ready to join us? We can't wait to see you on the road!If you have a family and are considering a travel lifestyle, make sure to check out our friends Jessica and Will Sueiro at WorldTowning.com. They are the experts on planning for long-term family travel!Follow us on Instagram: @SumplaceNewFollow us on Facebook: @SumplaceNewCredits:Intro/Outro Music: The World at Large by Daniel O'ConnorIntro VO: Laura Welsh

This show is brought to you by Virtual Not Distant, a London-based consultancy offering support to remote teams worldwide.  Please see https://www.virtualnotdistant.com/podcasts/flexible-communication for full show notes What’s Going On (this topical segment was recorded on 6th May 2020) A recent article from Workplacesless What Happens to HR When Everyone is Suddenly Remote? takes an in-depth look at the ‘emotional labour’ that people-people do and how that has changed, on top of the logistical challenges and uncertainties they’re dealing with. It’s a good tie-in with our special ‘connection and disconnection’ series underway with ShieldGEO, and we shouldn’t forget that HR professionals are at the forefront of supporting coping with these issues for everyone. Looking ahead to what the workplace of the future might look like, we start with this one from Buro Happold Social distancing in the workplace: the new norm. We’ve never had an opportunity like this to truly rethink how we want to re-create the workplace we want - where we feel safe and effective and productive.  Mapping the way people move and looking at the tech we use (see also Maya’s recent article about Crestron’s thoughts on this) will help, but there will surely be new stress-producing factors and things to constrain spontaneity. We’re going to have think differently about what face-to-face time means, and consciously make the most of it, whatever tech we use to control the environment.  And here’s a prescient article Pilar wrote 4 years ago… proving that it’s always a good time to think holistically and creatively about what your workplace could look like, while considering what unique needs it fulfils for you. There’s even some research emerging now from Global Workplace Analytics suggesting that many workers do want to continue to work from home post-crisis, and they want flexibility and choice more than they want a fixed spot assigned to them in the office. This article about Tata in India suggests the same, a big corporation already deciding that a growing proportion of their workforce will work regularly from home permanently. All of these environmental shifts remind us that we’re going to have to change the way we work too, becoming more agile and resilient and flexible as an organisation, perhaps less hierarchical, to cope with the new world of work - and whatever changes are coming our way in future. Which further connects with the important subject of well-being, and we liked this article Simon Deeley (do contact him if you want to learn more about his mentoring app) shared with us, about 9 Steps to Maintaining Your Work/life Boundaries - we get hung up on the physical boundaries but there are so many more things to think about, which can make a difference in your life.   And finally, we loved this statement on LinkedIn from Adam Weber from Emplify that as a company they’ve decided they’re not working Fridays in May - to recognise the additional burdens and stresses on their employees. This is one great example of an organisation helping individuals maintain some boundaries.

The Future Of Work is decentralized and fluid. Kate Lister, President of Global Workplace Analytics, shares why the Future Of Work is about change and agility; specifically, an organization's ability to be agile in terms of place, people, and processes.

Most of us are working from home now. That’s quite amazing. During the month of July 2019, an estimated total of 4.7 million folks telecommuted, either full or part-time.Fast forward to the national stay-at-home edict, and now, according to Global Workplace Analytics, those working at home could possibly number 75 million.So, what new privacy concerns are emerging, with healthcare professionals now working remotely as a result of the lockdown? How is it possible to stay alert, fit, and nimble, while at the same time, being conscious of your work product? Reporting our lead story during this edition of Talk Ten Tuesdays, while remaining in self-isolation, is Rose Dunn, past president of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the chief operating officer for First Class Solutions.The live broadcast will also feature these other segments:Healthcare Data Report: Amid the coronavirus pandemic, the need for reliable health information has never been more immediate. Reporting the fourth iteration in his exclusive five-part series will by Joseph C. Nichols, MD, president of Health Care Data, who focuses on data analysis. Tuesday Focus: How will you and your team manage the after-effects of coding and billing, as COVID-19 cases start to move through an organization’s billing cycle, while maintaining up-to-date information? Susan Gatehouse, founder and CEO of Axea Solutions, reports on this latest development brought about by the coronavirus. The Coding Report: Laurie Johnson has an update on the deadly coronavirus that continues to dominate international as well as domestic news headlines.News Desk: Timothy Powell, compliance expert and ICD10monitor national correspondent, anchors the Talk Ten Tuesdays News Desk.TalkBack: Erica Remer, MD, founder and president of Erica Remer, MD, Inc. and Talk Ten Tuesdays co-host, returns to the broadcast to report on another thought-provoking topic that has captured her attention.

Alex Willis & Zach Beimes: Securely Enable Remote Workers     Anything new going on in your professional life recently?   Anybody making the move from an office to your house?   The good news is… you’re not alone   Well… I mean you are… but… we’re here with you   Without being… you know what I mean   Let’s take aå look at just how not alone-while-alone we all our   From our friends at Global Workplace Analytics 56% of employees have a job where at least some of what they do could be done remotely Only 3.6% of the workforce currently work-at-home half-time or more 80% of employees want to work from home at least some of the time   The BILLION dollar question is… How many people will become remote workers after the dust settles on Covid-19?   Matt Stephenson Zooms in for a chat with serial enterpreneur Zach Beimes and BlackBerry VP of Sales Engineering Alex Willis for a chat about what all is involved in sending your ENTIRE WORKFORCE home. Are they ready for it? Do the have access to the VPN? Do their kids play Fortnite on their work machines? Dig it…   About Zach Beimes     Zach Beimes is an entrepreneur, problem solve, technologist, humanist… and mountain climber. Seriously… He’s climbed the highest peaks in 41 states and Washingtong DC & Puerto Rico in these United States.   And when we say that he’s never had “a job” that is real. All of the companies he has worked for are companies he has started.   About Alex Willis     Alex Willis is a Vice President of Sales Engineering & ISV Partners at BlackBerry where he is r esponsible for the overall direction and management of Technical pre-sales, Technical Channel Management and Technical Account Management, customer success and ISV partnerships globally including Enterprise, Regional, Channels & Partners   About Matt Stephenson     Insecurity Podcast host Matt Stephenson (@packmatt73) leads the broadcast media team at Cylance, which puts him in front of crowds, cameras, and microphones all over the world. He is the regular host of the InSecurity podcast and video series at events around the globe.   Twenty years of work with the world’s largest security, storage, and recovery companies has introduced Stephenson to some of the most fascinating people in the industry. He wants to get those stories told so that others can learn from what has come   Every week on the InSecurity Podcast, Matt interviews leading authorities in the security industry to gain an expert perspective on topics including risk management, security control friction, compliance issues, and building a culture of security. Each episode provides relevant insights for security practitioners and business leaders working to improve their organization’s security posture and bottom line.   Can’t get enough of Insecurity? You can find us at ThreatVector InSecurity Podcasts, Apple Podcasts and GooglePlay as well as Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, I Heart Radio and wherever you get your podcasts!   Make sure you Subscribe, Rate and Review!

In May 2019, a group of forward-thinking workplace leaders gathered in New Orleans for “The Big Easy Workplace Summit”, the iOFFICE User Conference 2019! Mike Petrusky was the MC (and DJ) for a two-day event that featured keynote addresses from Mark Peterson of iOFFICE, Kay Sargent of HOK, Todd Hutton of JLL, Kanav Dhir of VergeSense, and Kate Lister of Global Workplace Analytics. They shared insights around industry trends and technologies while mapping out the future of the workplace. Listen to just some of the highlights from the conference and be inspired to be a Workplace Innovator! Register for the next iOFFICE Summit 2020: https://www.iofficecorp.com/2020-workplace-experience-conference Listen to DJ Mike P.’s 2019 Summit Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3MoCdA9bwuRKtMFpYBZdD4 Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com Learn more about iOFFICE’s workplace experience solutions: https://www.iOFFICECORP.com/  

Americans have lowered their energy consumption significantly in recent years, largely because of an increase in working from home. Remote work creates more environmentally sustainable workplaces by reducing congestion, lowering fuel consumption, minimizing construction, lessening pollution emissions, reducing the strain on transportation systems, and improving air quality. According to findings from FlexJobs and Global Workplace Analytics' State of Telecommuting Report, the collective environmental and community impact from the current telecommuting population of 3.9 million telecommuters in the U.S. saves $1.5 billion a year. Today we will talk with Senior Career Specialist, Brie Reynolds, about the environmental impact of remote work in the U.S.

Mark Eltringham is an author, commentator, speaker and the publisher of Workplace Insight, the UK's most widely read publication dedicated to the design and management of workplaces. Mike Petrusky is excited to talk to Mark about British music, which leads to a discussion about bands from the early days of new wave in Liverpool, including Echo & The Bunnymen. The evolution of music serves as a metaphor which leads to a conversation about the history of the workplace where Mark shares his perspective on some of the founding thought leaders in our modern workplace industry. Mike asks about today’s workplace and Mark references a recent report from Andrew Mawson of AWA, Kate Lister of Global Workplace Analytics and Haworth while also sharing some research provided by Leesman Index. Mike & Mark talk about the blurring of the lines and need for collaboration across departments inside organizations, the relationship between facilities management and workplace as a whole, while also discussing the controversy in the UK about the future of the FM sector. This episode provides many insights on marketplace trends, the evolution of design, and information to help you keep up with the fast-moving workplace of today. Connect with Mark on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-eltringham-2071804/ Visit Workplace Insight: http://workplaceinsight.net/ Register for our next live webinar “A Roadmap to How FMs Can Deliver ROI Through Workplace Experience with Peter Ankerstjerne”: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-a-roadmap-how-fms-can-deliver-roi-through-workplace-experience Follow the “Workplace Innovator” on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZFw7OskRWuErzpeGngJB4?si=vUop9rrMRBe81B5tq6XNPA Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com Learn more about iOFFICE’s workplace experience solutions: https://www.iOFFICECORP.com/  

Americans have lowered their energy consumption significantly in recent years, largely because of an increase in working from home. Remote work creates more environmentally sustainable workplaces by reducing congestion, lowering fuel consumption, minimizing construction, lessening pollution emissions, reducing the strain on transportation systems, and improving air quality. According to findings from FlexJobs and Global Workplace Analytics' State of Telecommuting Report, the collective environmental and community impact from the current telecommuting population of 3.9 million telecommuters in the U.S. saves $1.5 billion a year. Today we will talk with Senior Career Specialist, Brie Reynolds, about the environmental impact of remote work in the U.S.

Creating an engaged employee environment also requires that you focus on their well-being. About Kate Lister: Kate Lister has given me permission to read her fantastic report “What’s Good for People?”, on the podcast. Kate is president of Global Workplace Analytics and she’s an internationally recognized authority on emerging workplace strategies. Kate has co-authored three…

What can you do to enhance employee well-being? Wellness is only one component of your employees well-being. Workplace strategies that address employees’ physical, emotional, and social well-being can increase employee engagement. Kate Lister’s report: “What’s Good for People?”, written by Kate Lister, President of Global Workplace Analytics, broadens the discussion beyond employee engagement to encompass…

Global Workplace Analytics estimates that as many as 60 million employees are currently involved in some form of remote work. Implemented effectively, “mobile officing” allows workers to perform their primary job duties outside of the traditional office, without losing productivity and job satisfaction. How do you manage so it yields positive results and productivity? Speakers: Debra Moritz, EMD and Leader of Global Business Consulting, Cushman & Wakefield Christine Congdon, Director of Marketing Communications; Steelcase John Arenas, CEO, Serendipity Labs Location: Maggiano's Banquets 111 West Grand Avenue