Top 5 industries for flexible work
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Fact of the Week
97% of tech firms offer work location flexibility
Tech leads the way on flexibility, followed by Media & Entertainment companies (92%). Despite some high profile bank CEOs speaking out in favor of full time in office work, 87% of Financial Services companies offer work location flexibility.
Professional Services is an interesting industry to learn from when it comes to flexible work. Employees at these companies have split time between corporate offices and client sites for years, and as a result have adopted flexibility en masse. Companies looking to adjust to work location flexibility can study the practices of these companies to improve how they approach distributed work.
The Lattice Way: Developing Remote-First Leaders | Cara Allamano
In this episode, Rob Sadow sits down with Cara Allamano, Chief People Officer at Lattice. With over two decades of experience in HR, Cara brings a wealth of knowledge to cultivating a workplace culture that fosters growth, learning, and optimal productivity.
Join us as we discuss:
Lattice’s journey from full time in office to a remote-first company
How Lattice utilizes pulse surveys to inform its flex work strategy
How Lattice designed a manager training program to up-level managers for remote work
Listen on Apple Podcasts.
From the Flexperts | How To Achieve Goals through Remote & Async Collaboration
In an era where flexible work has evolved from exception to the norm, one pivotal enabler for success has emerged: asynchronous work. In the current landscape where work transcends traditional boundaries, mastering the nuances of asynchronous collaboration becomes instrumental, offering unparalleled flexibility and efficiency.
In her guest post, Flexpert Naomi Titleman Colla delves into four essential strategies aimed at elevating collaboration within a flexible work model. Naomi explains how leading organizations are breaking down work at the task level to determine what happens synchronously vs. asynchronously, as well as when it makes the most sense to get together in-person vs. work remotely.
Each week we spotlight an emerging best practice on flexible work adoption or implementation from the best thinkers in flexible work. Interested in becoming a “Flexpert” and sharing your insights? Sign up today.
ICYMI: How to Create Your Optimal Work from Anywhere Setup
Remember the days when your work-from-anywhere setup was just a laptop and some headphones? Fast forward three years, and it’s crystal clear hybrid and remote work are here to stay. That means the bare-bones setup just won’t cut it anymore.
In his guest post, Flexpert Omar Ramirez shares his four-step guide to curating the perfect work-from-anywhere environment. From picking the right work location to prioritizing ergonomic design, this guide breaks down the key elements for success. Whether you’re a gearhead or a minimalist, Omar’s tips will help enhance your work environment while elevating your productivity no matter where you get work done.
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In the Media
Wall Street Journal: The Biden administration is telling federal employees to get back in the office on a more regular basis. It isn’t having much better luck than private companies.
Inc: Are remote teams really as productive as those that share an office? Some answers are starting to emerge.
The Registry: A new report finds a significant disparity in revenue growth between companies embracing remote work flexibility and those adhering to strict in-office attendance policies.
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