
The Future of Work & Organizational Design
10/02/24 • 34 min
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In the third episode of the podcast, guest Nola Simon, a hybrid remote futurist, discusses the evolving landscape of work and organizational design, prompted by her personal experiences with remote work that began long before the pandemic. She emphasizes the growing trend of flexible work arrangements and their benefits extending beyond parenting to accommodate caregiving and personal growth. She highlights current workplace trends, such as the demand for upskilling due to AI advancements, the rise of portfolio careers, and the need for employers to adapt to retain talent amid a backdrop of trust erosion, particularly in the tech industry. Looking ahead, the episode explores societal shifts like intergenerational housing and the importance of creating personalized, meaningful work environments that enhance overall well-being, underscoring a hopeful, people-centric approach for the future of work.
- Listen https://followthepodcast.com/hrcoe
- Read https://macleans.ca/society/why-i-made-a-midlife-career-switch/
Keep up with Nola Simon on LinkedIn
In the third episode of the podcast, guest Nola Simon, a hybrid remote futurist, discusses the evolving landscape of work and organizational design, prompted by her personal experiences with remote work that began long before the pandemic. She emphasizes the growing trend of flexible work arrangements and their benefits extending beyond parenting to accommodate caregiving and personal growth. She highlights current workplace trends, such as the demand for upskilling due to AI advancements, the rise of portfolio careers, and the need for employers to adapt to retain talent amid a backdrop of trust erosion, particularly in the tech industry. Looking ahead, the episode explores societal shifts like intergenerational housing and the importance of creating personalized, meaningful work environments that enhance overall well-being, underscoring a hopeful, people-centric approach for the future of work.
- Listen https://followthepodcast.com/hrcoe
- Read https://macleans.ca/society/why-i-made-a-midlife-career-switch/
Keep up with Nola Simon on LinkedIn
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