The biggest mistakes leaders make with their teams (navigating the Future of Work - Part 1)
Jun 26, 2024
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Organisational psychologist Charlotte Rush discusses the future of work, covering topics like post-COVID workplace dynamics, hybrid work challenges, employee expectations, leadership in the new normal, and future trends in work culture. Practical advice for navigating the evolving landscape of work.
Post-COVID reshaped office dynamics and employee expectations.
Hybrid work models bring benefits and challenges for organizations.
Clear communication and transparency crucial for trust in evolving work environments.
Deep dives
The Changing Work Landscape and the Importance of Keeping Up
Employee expectations are rapidly evolving, driving a need for leaders and organizations to adapt. Through in-depth research and interviews with top executives, key trends, challenges, and opportunities in today's workplaces have been unveiled. Strategies such as ditching exit interviews, implementing a Wheel of Life exercise, and embracing radical transparency are highlighted to better understand team needs.
Evolving Employee Expectations and Personal Growth at Inventium
The podcast delves into how dramatically and swiftly employee expectations have shifted post-COVID. Personal reflections reveal how expectations of team dynamics and work setup have changed over the years, emphasizing a positive shift towards embracing progressive concepts like the four-day workweek and hybrid work models.
Communicating Effectively Within Teams and Organizations
Transparent and clear communication within teams plays a vital role in fostering trust and understanding. By establishing explicit communication guidelines and seeking team input on communication practices, organizations can maintain trust and adapt to evolving work dynamics, especially in hybrid and flexible work environments.
Uncovering Expectations Through Entry and Stay Interviews
Transitioning from exit interviews, entry and stay interviews prove more beneficial in understanding employee motivations and expectations. Conducting entry interviews within the first three months sheds light on individual goals and values, while stay interviews aid in retaining talent by addressing motivations and challenges within the organization.
Personal Growth and Work-Life Balance through Self-Assessment
Tools like the Wheel of Life aid in assessing various life domains and highlighting areas that require attention for better work-life balance. Sharing personal reviews and annual life assessments can enhance self-awareness and guide individuals in aligning personal values with work expectations, contributing to overall well-being and fulfillment in life and work.
Enhancing Transparency and Collaboration Through Open Communication
Promoting transparency within organizations, such as sharing work strategy documents openly and encouraging feedback, fosters trust and engagement. Leveraging strategies like 'deal or no deal' benefits both employees and employers, empowering individuals to make informed decisions while maintaining organizational commitment and trust through open communication practices.
Inventium's Head of Growth and fellow organisational psychologist, Charlotte Rush, has the answers.
We dive deep into the dramatically changing landscape of employee expectations and reveal the secrets to creating a workplace that truly meets the needs of your team. As the future of work continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, leaders who fail to adapt risk losing their best talent to more progressive organisations.
In this episode, you'll discover:
🌍 The Evolution of Workplaces Post-COVID: Discover how the pandemic has reshaped office dynamics and employee expectations.
🏡 Hybrid Work and Its Challenges: Get insights into the benefits and hurdles of hybrid work models.
💼 Employee Expectations and Satisfaction: Learn what modern employees want and how to meet their needs to boost morale and productivity.
🌟 Leadership in the New Normal: Find out what it takes to lead teams successfully through unprecedented changes.
🏢 Flexible Work Environments: Explore strategies for creating a work culture that embraces flexibility and innovation.
🔮 Future Trends in Work Culture: Hear Charlotte's predictions for the future of work and how you can stay ahead.
Don't miss this episode filled with practical advice and forward-thinking strategies to help you navigate the evolving landscape of work. For further insights and detailed research, check out the Future of Work white paper.
Stay tuned for Part Two, where we dive even deeper into Charlotte's groundbreaking ideas and actionable tips for the future of work.
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