There is an ongoing debate of remote work versus in-office work. The truth is, remote work can be both a dream come true for introverts and a nightmare for extroverts, dissecting the factors that drive work-from-home success, including personality, job function, and work environment. And why is it that some business leaders thrive in a remote-first operation while others struggle?

Join me today on Discovering the Possible and let’s dive deep into the arguments around why some people prefer remote work, such as the ability to work without interruptions and the value of focused independent tasks. And let’s scrutinize the persisting calls from CEOs to bring employees back to offices, citing concerns around company culture, collaboration, and control.

And then, let’s discuss the pros and cons of in-person interactions, such as team-building activities and workshops, and the varying impacts these have on staff morale and performance.

And finally as we wrap up this week’s episode, let’s explore how businesses in the west can balance in-person and remote work setups in a way that acknowledges individual needs while maintaining company goals, ultimately arguing for more flexible & nuanced approaches to modern work environments.

Check out today's highlights:

00:00 Fairness is About Equity

01:30 Factors That Drive Remote Work Success

06:40 The Cattle Call Back to Office Is Your Boss Right or Wrong?

10:00 When Does In-Person Work Setup Matter?

11:50 Is Your Boss Right About Returning to the Office or Is This About Control?

13:05 Is There Empirical Support for the Return-to-Office Trend?

15:40 Between On-Site & Remote Work, Who's Right & Who's Wrong?

17:05 Why Do Companies Still Invest in Team Building?

18:45 Team Bonding Activities That US Employees Have Done at Least Once

20:35 When is the Right Time to Have Company Retreats?

22:40 How Intentional are Your In-Person Events?

26:50 Fairness Dilemma in Remote Work Setups

31:20 What Drives Performance When Working from Home?

33:55 Finding Community & Support Beyond the Work

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