Why hybrid culture is the future of work

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Once upon a time, the ideal worker was someone who put in full-time hours at the office and devoted all of their waking hours to their job. But that’s not the case anymore – in fact, it hasn’t been since the rise of the internet – and companies now know this to be true, which means they’re giving employees what they want: more options and flexibility. This new paradigm, known as hybrid work, is exactly what it sounds like – it combines both physical, in-office work with remote or virtual work done from home or outside offices entirely.

Hybrid work environment

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What Is Hybrid Work?

Hybrid work describes a cultural shift in how and where employees perform their duties. A hybrid workplace generally has two or more physical locations, at least one of which has a set schedule while another location allows employees to decide when they’re available. The flexibility offered by hybrid work is unparalleled because it gives employees what they’ve been demanding for years and years – a healthier work-life balance and an improved work-life fit.

 

Top 3 Benefits of a Hybrid Workplace

Some key benefits of a hybrid work model include its flexibility for both employees and employers. Some other advantages to a hybrid work model include increased productivity and employee satisfaction, more opportunities for continuous learning, improved collaboration and work relationships, and better outcomes for employees’ mental health.

 

  1. More Productivity and Employee Satisfaction
    A hybrid work model affords workers the opportunity to work in an environment that best suits their individual work-related needs. for some, working from home is ideal, but for others, the office provides the opportunity to concentrate without distraction. Plus, for those who work from home and their offices, the trade-off helps employees who are less experienced feel greater trust between themselves and their employees. In addition, this flexibility may result in an improved work-life balance which can also lead to employee satisfaction.
  2. More opportunities for career development.
    In a hybrid work model, employees can mix traditional workdays in their office with part-time telecommuting and life goal pursuit on their own time. This may lead to improved job performance and career growth.
  3. Better For Mental Health
    Remote work is great for a lot of people. They often report lower levels of stress and increased work-life balance because of the flexible working arrangements that are often afforded by remote work. Employees could also explore opportunities to improve their health and wellness because of this new flexibility. However, it can cause problems for those who prefer a more isolated office environment. Working remotely, they felt like they weren’t fulfilling their duties, and were more isolated than they had been in the past. With a mixed-mode workplace, employees have the choice to work remotely, in person, or at some mix of the two. The intent is to give them a better work-life balance.

How to Implement a Hybrid Work Culture in Your Office

Hybrid work allows employees to do their jobs from anywhere – at home, in a coffee shop, or even on a camping trip. Hybrid cultures offer great flexibility, but they can also create a sense of imbalance – both at home and in the office. There are several steps you can take to ensure that your hybrid work culture creates more harmony between all aspects of your employee’s lives, as well as to foster an environment that encourages productivity.

Here are some suggestions

  • Encourage your team members to get out of the office when possible. They’ll be happier (and more productive) if they aren’t chained to their desks 24/7.
  • Work with HR to come up with clear guidelines for working remotely, such as how much time should be spent in remote locations and how much time should be spent collaborating with other employees face-to-face.
  • Create opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration by encouraging people to work together on projects outside of normal business hours.

 

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