Work culture expert imagines your post-pandemic professional life

CBC News
8 Mar 202110:30

Summary

TLDRThe discussion centers on the seismic shifts in work culture due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a focus on the future of remote work and its impact on collaboration, productivity, and recruitment. Andrew Al, co-founder and president of Intercept, emphasizes the importance of a strong work culture and the need for businesses to adapt to a hybrid model, balancing remote and in-office work to maintain team harmony and leverage technology for seamless collaboration. The conversation also touches on the challenges of creating an inclusive work environment and the potential for a more flexible and empathetic workplace.

Takeaways

  • 🏠 The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated a massive shift to remote work, which is likely to continue in some form.
  • 🛠️ Work culture and operations have been rethought to adapt to new ways of engaging customers and motivating teams.
  • 💡 Innovation is no longer just about leading the industry but has become a necessity for businesses to survive.
  • 🔄 Assumptions about remote work have been challenged, proving that productivity and collaboration can occur outside a traditional office setting.
  • 🌐 Businesses are now in a 'talent race' to retain top talent, as remote work has made job-switching easier.
  • 🤝 The emphasis on culture is heightened to give employees a reason to engage beyond financial incentives.
  • 🛫 Technology is a crucial tool for seamless collaboration, requiring curiosity and the right tools to be effective.
  • 🏆 Creating a strong work culture in a remote setting involves identifying and activating the organization's values through new rituals and habits.
  • 🔄 For new employees, navigating a remote work environment requires balancing professional presence with the flexibility of virtual interactions.
  • 🕰️ The traditional 9-to-5 work schedule has been disrupted, with a shift towards a hybrid model that includes both in-office and remote work.
  • 🌐 The future of work is expected to be more global, with teams collaborating across different time zones, requiring effective technology and infrastructure.
  • 🔄 The risk of creating an 'us versus them' dynamic within a company due to hybrid work models needs to be managed by fostering equality and inclusiveness.
  • 🌱 The opportunity for more flexible and empathetic work environments has emerged, but it requires conscious decisions and governance from organizations.
  • 🏆 The successful office of the future will be one that harmonizes remote and in-office teams effectively, creating a level playing field for all employees.

Q & A

  • How has the onset of the pandemic affected the world of work?

    -The pandemic has sparked a huge transition with many people now working from home, and it has led to a seismic transformation in work culture that may continue in the months and years ahead.

  • What does Andrew Al believe has changed most about work due to COVID?

    -Andrew Al suggests that we've had to rethink work, including how we engage customers, deliver experiences, motivate team members, and innovate, as innovation has become a requirement for doing business.

  • What assumptions about remote work did the pandemic challenge?

    -The pandemic challenged assumptions about remote work, particularly the trust in employees' productivity, collaboration, and compliance when working from home.

  • What is the new reality of work from home according to Andrew Al?

    -The new reality of work from home is likely to continue in some form, affecting aspects such as collaboration, productivity, recruitment, and development within organizations.

  • What does Andrew Al think is the key to retaining top talent in a remote work environment?

    -Andrew Al believes that creating a strong work culture and providing reasons for people to show up to work beyond just a paycheck is key to retaining top talent in a remote work environment.

  • How does Andrew Al view the role of technology in the future of work?

    -Andrew Al sees technology as a requirement rather than a differentiator, emphasizing the need for businesses to use the right tools for seamless collaboration.

  • What challenges does creating a work culture present when people are not working face-to-face?

    -Creating a work culture without face-to-face interaction involves identifying the culture and finding ways to activate it, such as through new rituals and habits that foster a sense of community and learning.

  • How can new employees navigate their career trajectory in a remote work environment?

    -New employees can navigate their career trajectory by learning to 'walk the virtual floor,' engaging in quick chats, instant messages, and calls, and balancing professional and personal life effectively.

  • What does Andrew Al predict for the future framework of a workweek?

    -Andrew Al predicts a hybrid future of work, with people working from home and in the office, and an emphasis on creating harmony and team flow across different working environments.

  • What risks does a hybrid working model pose in terms of creating an 'us versus them' within a company?

    -A hybrid working model risks creating an 'us versus them' mentality if remote and in-office workers do not feel they are on an equal playing field, which requires managers to create a level playing field.

  • How does Andrew Al view the role of governance in empowering flexibility in the workplace?

    -Andrew Al believes that having the right governance and flex policies from organizations is critical in empowering employees to take advantage of the flexibility offered by the new work environment.

  • What does Andrew Al envision for the successful office of the future?

    -The successful office of the future, according to Andrew Al, is one that can harmonize remote and in-office teams effectively, creating a level playing field and leveraging the opportunities presented by the new work environment.

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