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Coco recently hosted an exclusive executive roundtable where Twin Cities industry leaders gathered to tackle the challenges of hybrid and remote work head-on. In an interactive session titled “Addressing the Hybrid Malaise,” led by Coco’s CEO and industry expert, Colleen Moselle, we identified actionable insights and strategies for fostering a thriving work culture in the relentlessly evolving work landscape.
Meet our Executive Roundtable Panelists:
- James Smale – CEO, Redpath Consulting Group
- Matt Voda – CEO, OptiMine
- Ebin Ephrem – Vice President of Strategy, Horizontal Digital
- Elizabeth Bauer – Vistage Chair + Executive Coach
- Deanna Pannier – Owner/Founder, DP Consulting Partners
- JJ Parker – CEO, Tightrope Media
- Mariana Quiroga – Senior Director of Marketing & Brand, Children’s MN
Recommendations from our Panel of Experts:
- Create a human connection: Emphasize the importance of human connection in meetings and one-on-one interactions. Shift the focus from solely work updates to meaningful connections that foster engagement and morale.
- Harness survey tools for engagement: Utilize survey tools like OfficeVibe and Applauz to gauge employee engagement and gather valuable feedback. Insights from these tools can inform strategies to enhance employee satisfaction and productivity.
- Enhance onboarding and offboarding processes: Develop structured onboarding processes with mentorships and regular check-ins. Assigning a “buddy” for new hires and implementing consistent offboarding processes, including hiring a break-up coach when necessary, can ensure a smooth transition for employees.
- Define a value proposition for in-office attendance: Clearly communicate the value proposition for employees to visit the office periodically. Establish structured plans for their in-office days, including activities and meetings that benefit from in-person collaboration.
- Utilize assessments for team balance: Leverage assessments such as Chronotype, Enneagram, Kolbe, and DiSC to better understand and balance team dynamics. These assessments provide valuable insights and foster team cohesion and understanding.
- Establish consistent meeting etiquette: Define meeting etiquette, including policies on remote participation, camera usage, and in-person attendance. Consistency in meeting protocols ensures clarity and inclusivity for all team members.
- Repurpose office space cost savings: Consider any reduction in office space costs as an opportunity to reallocate resources to team activities, travel, or other initiatives that promote employee well-being and engagement. Skip the traditional commercial office lease and try a coworking company with private office space, meeting rooms, and many amenities at a fraction of the cost.
By implementing these insights and strategies, companies can better navigate the complexities of hybrid work successfully, fostering a resilient and adaptable work culture that thrives in the future of work. For more information about innovative hybrid or remote work strategies, contact hello@workatcoco.com.
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