Mike Gibbs

Mike Gibbs, an economist from Chicago Booth, discusses his groundbreaking research on collaboration and innovation. He dives into the importance of social networks and reveals that a larger network can indeed lead to better ideas. The conversation explores how remote work impacts networking, highlighting that collaboration boosts idea quality but its effects are often short-lived. Gibbs emphasizes the role of brokers in bridging gaps between teams, ultimately expanding innovation. The dynamic of hybrid work complicates collaboration, challenging the traditional views on workplace settings.