21st Century Work Life WLP372 What's Going On: Let's Not Blame Remote
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Dec 17, 2024 
Maya Middlemiss, a consultant at Remote Work Europe, talks about the complexities of remote work environments for digital nomads. They discuss the pressing need for collaboration between local governments and educational institutions to create supportive ecosystems. Maya highlights the rising employee turnover as remote work becomes more favored, especially among skilled workers. The conversation also touches on the societal impacts of remote work, including rental price hikes and changes in local economies, urging a reevaluation of common misconceptions about this work style.
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Maya's Remote Work Talk in Spain
- Maya prepared extensively to deliver a talk about remote work in Spanish despite language challenges.
- The event aimed to help Alicante attract and support remote workers and digital nomads.
Misunderstanding Remote Work Today
- Remote work is still misunderstood due to pandemic-era experiences and focus on online meetings.
- Genuine remote collaboration requires rethinking communication beyond video calls and webcam glimpses.
Return to Office Triggers Turnover
- Return to office mandates cause a 14% increase in turnover and longer job vacancy fills.
- Employees valuing remote work leave when forced back to office, impacting talent retention.