Overview
Explore the evolving landscape of work in this thought-provoking conference talk from the Aspen Ideas Festival. Delve into the challenges and opportunities of remote and hybrid work arrangements, examining how they impact productivity, organizational culture, and employee well-being. Discover insights on fostering growth, meaning, and balance in the modern workplace while addressing issues such as burnout, talent retention, and maintaining connections. Learn about the transformation of careers, tension points in flexible arrangements, and the concept of posttraumatic growth. Investigate the effects on female employment, diversity initiatives, and leadership strategies. Gain valuable perspectives on effective management, addressing workplace conflicts, and the implications of recent events like the Silicon Valley Bank situation. Analyze how companies measure productivity in this new era and explore ways to combat proximity bias. Conclude by examining the importance of community engagement in shaping the future of work.
Syllabus
Introduction
Remote and Hybrid Work
HQ
How people transform their careers
Tension points in flexible arrangements
Posttraumatic growth
Culture
Female Employment
Diversity
Leadership
What is a good manager
If I got an apology letter
Silicon Valley Bank
How are companies measuring productivity
Proximity bias
Community engagement
Taught by
The Aspen Institute