Rules for Hybrid Work Etiquette

Last updated on: September 16, 2023 at 10:23 am By Gleb Tsipursky

The shift to hybrid work brings both opportunities and challenges for organizations and employees. With some team members in the office and others working remotely, it can be difficult to foster cohesion, collaboration, and productivity. That’s where etiquette comes in. Following certain rules of hybrid etiquette can help create an inclusive environment where all team members feel respected, engaged, and able to contribute their best work, as I tell my clients when helping them determine their hybrid work norms. I... Read more

The Key to a Successful Return to Office is Reducing the Commute

Last updated on: September 14, 2023 at 12:14 pm By Gleb Tsipursky

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The COVID-19 pandemic turned the working world upside down, forcing companies to rapidly adopt remote and hybrid work models. Now, over two years later, leaders face a new challenge: getting employees to come back to the office – and a bad return to office means a great deal of stress and damage to a company’s bottom line, as I tell my clients when helping them figure out their hybrid work policies. A new report commissioned by Wayleadr, a leading arrival... Read more

Trust Is Key for Productivity of Hybrid Workers

Last updated on: September 12, 2023 at 9:23 am By Gleb Tsipursky

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The COVID-19 pandemic forced a massive shift to remote and hybrid work. Even as organizations bring workers back to the office, most are adopting a hybrid model where employees split time between the office and working from home. This new way of working presents managers with a major challenge – how to ensure productivity when they can’t physically see their employees. Studies by Microsoft found over 85% of managers have trouble trusting workers are productive when working remotely. So how... Read more

How To Address Meeting Overwhelm in Hybrid and Remote Work

Last updated on: September 11, 2023 at 12:10 pm By Gleb Tsipursky

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The rapid shift to hybrid and remote work during the pandemic led to an explosion of virtual meetings. While meetings aimed to foster collaboration, they often created a sense of being overwhelmed which reduced productivity. As organizations settle into long-term hybrid and remote work arrangements, addressing meeting-overwhelm is a top priority, as I tell my clients who I help transition to hybrid work. I spoke with Gil Makleff, Co-Founder of Sembly AI, and Michael Weis, Director Business Development of Speech... Read more

Flexibility Is a Must To Hire and Retain the Best People

Last updated on: September 10, 2023 at 8:10 am By Gleb Tsipursky

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The COVID-19 pandemic has irrevocably changed the way we work. With lockdowns and social distancing measures forcing companies to adopt remote and hybrid work models, employees got a taste of flexibility that many don’t want to give up. In fact, according to a report by hiring software company Greenhouse, 76% of employees say they would quit if their company eliminated flexible work policies post-pandemic. I believe it, having done numerous internal surveys and focus groups at companies that I helped... Read more

Mastering the Speaker Bureau Industry in a Post-COVID World

Last updated on: September 9, 2023 at 11:23 am By Gleb Tsipursky

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Welcome, my fellow voyagers, to a journey of exploration and enlightenment in a deep dive into the speaker bureau industry’s post-COVID world. On board with us are three renowned navigators – Koby Fleck, EVP, Crown Speakers Bureau; Bernie Swain, Founder, Washington Speakers Bureau; and David Stollman, President, EVERGREEN Speakers. Their combined expertise sheds light on the opportunities, challenges, and future trends reshaping the speaking world in the post-COVID era. As a highly experienced speaker who partners with speaker bureaus frequently,... Read more

The Magnet, Not the Mandate: A New Approach to Hybrid Work

Last updated on: September 8, 2023 at 11:12 am By Gleb Tsipursky

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In the wake of the pandemic, the world of work has been irrevocably changed. The traditional office model has been upended, and in its place, a new hybrid model has emerged. But as we navigate this new landscape, it’s crucial to remember one thing: mandates don’t work as well as magnets. That’s what I tell my clients when I help them transition to a flexible hybrid work model. I gained new insights on this approach when I interviewed Jeetu Patel,... Read more

The Fast Growth Companies Do HR Right

Last updated on: September 5, 2023 at 10:09 am By Gleb Tsipursky

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Human resources often gets overlooked by small and medium businesses as an afterthought or just a necessary compliance function. However, new research reveals that high-performing, fast-growth companies approach HR strategically, not just tactically. I spoke with Mike Vannoy, VP of Sales and Marketing at Asure Software, about their report quantifying the impact of HR best practices on revenue growth. Their findings correlate with what I see in my own fast-growing clients. Asure provides HR and payroll software to over 100,000... Read more

You Can’t Use Office-Based Leadership in Hybrid Work

Last updated on: August 30, 2023 at 12:18 pm By Gleb Tsipursky

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In the last couple of years, the world has undergone a seismic shift in the way we work. The traditional office-based model has been upended, replaced by a hybrid and remote work environment. This transition, while necessary, has not been without its challenges. One of the most significant hurdles we face is adapting our leadership and collaboration methods to this new digital landscape. As an expert in hybrid work with over 22 years of experience, I’ve helped 24 organizations navigate... Read more

The Mental Health Crisis Caused by the Return to Office

Last updated on: August 29, 2023 at 11:50 am By Gleb Tsipursky

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The Great Return to the Office, hailed as the elixir for the languishing economy and the panacea for remote work’s woes, is slowly revealing an unforeseen dark side. Beneath the glitter of the office’s glass walls, an insidious scourge is quietly permeating: a mental health crisis. Think of it as a silent workplace apocalypse – one where zombies aren’t gnawing at your physical being, but where stress, anxiety, and burnout gnaw at your peace of mind. Remember that feeling of... Read more