The Hybrid Working Handbook: How to implement a successful flexible working model

From the pandemic onwards, there has been a growing trend for people to work in hybrid settings. This new way of working presents both benefits and issues for managers and team members alike. In this book, you will learn the best way to ensure hybrid working is a success.The major benefit is increased flexibility. This means having control over where and when they work, according to their own needs. For example, if people need quiet time to concentrate on a task without interruptions and distractions, they can work remotely; if they need to collaborate on a project with fellow team members, they can go to the work office space.Other benefits include:Less time commuting, saving money;Better work–life balance, for example more time with the family, the ability to better manage childcare arrangements, more time to exercise, more time to attend appointments and do chores while being able to make up the time elsewhere; andIncreased well-being by having more autonomy and avoiding the stress and burnout of travelling to an office five days a week.This book provides a practical approach to creating a culture where hybrid working encourages effective performance and getting the best out of people in a hybrid environment. It also offers tips on how to make the most of hybrid working whether you are a manager or a team member.The move to hybrid working as standard industry practice will continue to be driven by employees’ need for flexibility. This is now a non-negotiable factor for many, especially younger people.This book will discuss:The benefits of hybrid working The challenges of hybrid workingTechnology as an enabler for hybrid workingTop tips for managing hybrid teams Tips for individuals working in a hybrid settingThe future of hybrid working Read more