Is remote work going away? - The future of working from home

As more companies demand that employees return to the office, is the work from home era ending? Guest:  Misty Bennett, associate dean for the College of Business Administration at Central Michigan University Topics 00:00 Introduction 01:38 What factors inform a company’s decision to work remotely or in person post-pandemic? 04:09 What is the impact of remote work on efficiency and productivity? 06:50 How does remote work impact employee recruitment and retention? 09:28 What are the challenges and benefits of remote work? 12:36 How can companies adapt to the changing work landscape? 14:35 What should employees consider before accepting a remote position? 18:22 What is the importance of work-life balance and setting boundaries in a remote environment? 24:53 What is the value of personal time and flexibility in meeting employees’ needs? 27:43 What does the future work landscape look like? Summary In this episode of The Search Bar, host Adam Sparkes interviews Misty Bennett, Associate Dean of the College of Business Administration at Central Michigan University, about the state of remote work. Misty discusses the shift in work dynamics during the pandemic and the challenges and benefits of remote work. She emphasizes the importance of meeting employees' needs and the value of flexibility and work-life balance. Misty also highlights the war for talent and the need for companies to adapt to attract and retain top talent. She suggests that a hybrid workplace model, with a mix of in-person and remote work, is likely to be the future of work. Misty also mentions the potential impact of AI on the workforce and the importance of developing skills that complement AI capabilities. Overall, she believes that the future of work will involve continuous evolution and a variety of work models to accommodate diverse needs and preferences.