Hybrid work is becoming the new standard, with over 70% of employees desiring flexible remote work options and over 65% craving more in-person time with their teams. The shift to hybrid work is complex, requiring a new operating model that considers people, places and processes.
Leaders are out of touch with employees and need a wake-up call. Research shows that 61% of leaders say they are thriving – 23% higher than those without decision-making authority. High productivity is masking an exhausted workforce, with 54% feeling overworked and 39% feeling exhausted.
Gen Z is at risk and will need to be re-energised. Six months into the pandemic, this generation is more likely to struggle with work-life balance and to feel exhausted after a typical day of work.
Shrinking networks are endangering innovation. The shift to remote work shrunk our networks, potentially limiting our ability to bring in new ideas and perspectives.
Authenticity will spur productivity and wellbeing. Workers have been able to bring their whole selves to work in a way that was not possible before, which has improved wellbeing and productivity.
Talent is everywhere in a hybrid work world. Remote job postings on LinkedIn increased more than five times during the pandemic, indicating a lasting hybrid model that provides opportunities to attract and retain talent from a wider geographical area.
Digital extremes are leaving people fatigued. The digital intensity of workers’ days has significantly increased, with the average Teams meeting growing 10 minutes longer, increasing fatigue.
The future of work is here and it’s hybrid. The shift from office-centric to flexible work will be one of the biggest distributed computing challenges of our generation.
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