Future Of Work Podcast

Does this sound familiar? You've been told to invest in WeWork, the king of coworking spaces, only to see its spectacular collapse. You're left wondering what's next for the industry, and how you can protect your investments. The pain of watching your money disappear into what seemed like a sure bet is all too real. But fear not, because there's a bigger story at play here. Join us as we explore the future implications of WeWork's collapse and uncover the hidden potential for growth in the flexible workspace industry. It's time to learn how to invest wisely in the future of coworking. 

In this episode, you will be able to: 

• Delve into the promising future of the flexible workspace industry and its impact on the global business landscape.  
• Grasp how technology acts as a catalyst for transformation in the flexible workspace industry, enhancing both efficiency and user experience.  
• Assess WeWork's current struggles and weigh the chances of the company rebounding in the competitive coworking sector.  
• Investigate the growth of flexible workspaces in developing markets and the value they provide for local communities and businesses.  
• Understand the staying power of the coworking industry and the fertile ground it offers for ambitious newcomers.

Join Angela R Howard on a journey of understanding the future of work as she uncovers a surprising twist in the shifting power dynamics between employers and employees. What she discovers will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the traditional workplace model.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover the critical role autonomy and flexibility play in employee satisfaction within the workplace.

• Grasp the shift in power dynamics between employers and employees towards a more collaborative partnership model.

• Understand the far-reaching effects of technology and AI on the workforce and the ethical considerations involved.

• Examine the ripple effect that technology has on society, encompassing education and essential skills acquisition.

• Recognize the need for proficient mediators and facilitators to navigate the complexities of intersecting systems in order to comprehend societal impacts.

If you're feeling frustrated and defeated because despite trying different strategies, your business still can't keep up with emerging trends, then you are not alone! 

In this episode, you will be able to: 

• Explore the surge of flexible workspaces as a response to post-pandemic workstyle changes.
• Implement strategic habit work models to enhance productivity and teamwork within your organization.
• Understand the necessity of flexibility in the workplace in adapting to AI-induced shifts.
• Assess the importance of timing in today's dynamic real estate industry landscape.
• Foster a culture of adaptability in your business to navigate emerging trends and thrive. 

Proximity bias creates an ironic situation for Phil Simon, a hardworking employee working from home, as his office-working colleague gets the credit due to their presence in the office, prompting Phil to research and write his fourth book, The Nine, to explore the powerful potential of hybrid work and challenge existing workplace norms. 

In this episode, you will be able to: 

Embrace hybrid work models for improved teamwork and adaptability. Navigate the effects of inflation on business policies and resource allocation. Uncover the role of AI, automation, and cutting-edge tech in shaping the future workplace. Respond effectively to an evolving workforce demanding shifts in conventional work practices. Foster employee-centered workspaces focused on striking a healthy work-life equilibrium.

Andrew Filev is the founder and CEO of Wrike, a leading collaborative work management platform. He started the company in 2006 to help people and companies work more productively and be more time and cost-efficient. 

Andrew Filev was running a successful micro-multinational company in 2000 and adopted an agile methodology to speed up the projects. Despite this, it was challenging to keep up with the pace of the workload. This inspired him to create a new software category, which is now a multi-billion-dollar industry. The pandemic has caused a drastic shift to remote working and has highlighted the need for better processes and tools to streamline work. Andrew now serves more than 3000 companies and encourages the use of specific, measurable goals to encourage the team to work together towards a common goal rather than using surveillance tools. He believes a hybrid environment where teams come together in person several times a week is the best way to re-energize culture and achieve the best productivity. 

In this episode, you will learn the following: 

1. How modern companies are utilizing work management software to become digital and increase productivity
2. The importance of building trust and visibility within hybrid and distributed teams
3. How generative technology is revolutionizing the way knowledge workers do their jobs.

Ryan Anderson is the Vice President of Global Research and Insights at Miller Knoll, leading research efforts in partnership with global collaborators and sharing insights with organizations around the world. With nearly 30 years of industry experience, Ryan's work focuses on how places can be better designed and managed to support positive and productive experiences. Ryan Anderson spent 10 years of his career studying the intersection of technology and the workplace, and noticed that organizations were struggling to create balanced and flexible workspaces to support their employees. After studying the state of return to office across the US and Europe, he determined that employees wanted more control over their work week and schedule flexibility. Anderson suggested designing with employees instead of for them, and cultivating a conversation about how the team can be more productive and impactful. By recognizing the value of strong and weak ties, and shifting away from individual workstations, organizations can create a more community-oriented and productive space. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How is the state of return to office varying across different cities? 2. What strategies can organizations use to design workspaces that work for their employees? 3. How can organizations cultivate productive communities that foster a sense of belonging and purpose?

Peter Miscovich is the Global Head of Future of Work at JLL and has been in the business of orchestrating hybrid workplace pilots since 1995. After the pandemic accelerated the need for hybrid work, Peter's expertise has been invaluable in helping organizations redesign workspaces to ensure employee engagement.

Through various companies such as Accenture, Google, Amazon, and Microsoft, Peter has observed that immersive technologies and metaverse are rapidly developing and will shape the future of work. Peter believes that taking a learning mindset approach to workplace transformation and collaboration will be essential for global success.

Discover how the hybrid workplace evolution is transforming the way we work and the opportunities it brings!

Adam Riggs, CEO at Frameable.com, talks to Frank Cottle about the virtual reality office. It’s a digital space where people who are physically separate can get together, virtually speaking, and work collaboratively. Adam gave up his office lease in favor of the virtual version, and in his words, it’s “an experience that could replace the physical office.” Think he’s right? Listen in and get the full story.

What happens when leaders don’t want to change in a world that’s constantly changing? It leads to bad decisions with painful ramifications on the business, its employees, and the economy. Dr Gleb Tsipursky is working to put things right. In this insightful conversation with Frank Cottle, Dr Tsipursky reveals the judgments that lead to bad (and good) decision making, the dangers of proximity bias in the workplace, and how to adapt in an ever-changing world.

Many employees believe they can do their job from anywhere. So why should they commute to the office? Rather than focusing on when, where, or how often employers should use the office, CBRE’s Julie Whelan has a different view: let’s unleash the workforce. Let’s release any preconceived notions we have about the way work is done and take a bigger, holistic approach. In this insightful discussion, Julie touches on workspace design, rightsizing, the flight to quality, how companies are engaging with flex space, and why hybrid work - in its many forms - is the future of work.