Jen Rudd, MBA, PMP’s Post

What's better than Working from Home, Visitors from Home? After a decade of co-working spaces and the last four years predominantly at home, we are thrilled to announce our move into our new offices on the Ground Floor of 73 Miller St, North Sydney, a few weeks ago. There is no question that the change in our society's approach to work flexibility over the past few years due to the COVID challenge has created a world where family can be put first. It has been proven that worker productivity is a choice by those doing the work to be productive regardless of location. Some jobs are impossible to do remotely, and many we thought were until we figured out a way to make them possible. We have learnt that many can or should be done remotely, in part. Weeks should be structured to allow for remote work, and, indeed, sometimes, large parts of our weeks would be better in this environment for teams and their lives. While I am excited about our new space, we already clearly see benefits in collaboration, ideation, and team connection. Personally, I am also using multiple days a week at home to get into deep work, client calls, and podcasts. It's an opportunity on those days to do the kindy drop-off and pick-up and spend an hour at the playground with them. An opportunity to allow my wife to follow her purpose and passion before and after work. An opportunity to be a dad and husband when a commute would take these moments away. We are excited about this new space and what it will offer to our brokers, partners, clients and community. We will share some exciting pics as the builders come back in a few weeks to customise our space with podcast and green rooms and make the space the home of Flint for at least the next five years. #newchapter

I don't think it will make sense for most companies to #RTO - return to a physical office 5 days a week. I say this from a number of different perspectives: - Productivity: I feel that each member of our team has gained ~2 hours of productivity each day by working during the time they used to be commuting. - Diversity: WFH has made work more convenient and accessible to those with disabilities and to those with care responsibilities, whether that be children, parents, pets, or some combination of the above. - Virtual Over Physical Meetings: At this point, most meetings, client meetings included, are taking place on Zoom or an equivalent video conference service. This is in contrast to a period when everything was either a phone call or an in-person meeting. The amount of time we spend on video calls each day with clients means that the popular old open office designs wouldn't work -- at the same time, because we're in meetings all day, we're too loud for many co-working spaces. Most team members would need their own offices so they could take meetings as needed -- at which point they could just be working from their respective offices at home. - Cost Savings: Speaking of people needing their own offices, it has been a huge cost savings not to have to pay rent for physical office space. At the same time, our team members have also been able to keep more of their wages by not having to pay commuting expenses or for meals. Lunch in the city is expensive! Don't get me wrong - there are still benefits to being in person, and it's important for teams to build camaraderie and exchange ideas - but that doesn't necessitate a mandatory return to the office 5 days a week... or anything even close. What do you think? Any other reasons you would include? #startuplife #agencylife #postpandemic #howwework

The workspace is changing, and we’re seeing many shifts in where and how people work. 💼 According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), in 2024, 26% of UK employees are embracing a hybrid approach, balancing home and office environments. Additionally, 14% of the population works from home full-time, a massive difference from the 38% in June 2020 when the pandemic influenced our commute options! It is essential that a different way of working is suitable for everyone, and a different approach makes people productive. The power is to speak out loud about your preferred way of working and find a way for your team to be as productive as possible as an individual and a team. With Buzbo, you can showcase your preferred way of working and find the team that suits your way of working, knowing that you have a platform that supports your unique needs! ⬇️ Comment below and let us know: Do you prefer working from the office, home, or a mix of both? Let’s hear your thoughts! #Buzbo #WorkFlexibility #RemoteWork #HybridWork #CareerGrowth

i love a good office environment but being flexible is the way forward

Everything in my world seems to fall on a continuum. Working from home is no different. There are benefits and costs to being fully in-office and fully remote. My senses keep taking me, personally, toward a hybrid environment that is good for both the users, employees, and customers. It seems the City of Philadelphia and its leadership are struggling with this. Can you still be accessible to the city (your clients) while being accessible to yourself? #engagedemployees #engagedatwork #engagedathome #yourculturedesigndotcom https://lnkd.in/gf3bUtUJ

There's a buzzy feeling about coming into an office. And I really get why companies want teams together in person, but here's the deal: 🤳 Only 2% people want to be in the office 5 days a week 🏡 Many can't afford to live nearby the office 🚝 Train travel in the UK is unreliable and incredibly expensive ❌ 3 hour daily commutes are a waste of everyone's time 🐕 Pet ownership has gone through the roof in the last 3 years Lives have changed. And a hybrid office is just as effective as a full-time office. Give people a bit of choice, a bit more flexibility, and treat them like grownups. Collaborate in person, and do deep work apart. You'll see the results in the diversity of your candidate pool, the retention of your employees, and engagement and happiness. #remoteworking #flexibleworking #backtooffice #hybrid

WGoing to the office: Up at 5:15am Leave home drive to station 6:00am Train to London 6:30 Arrive London 8:50 Tube to office 9:15 160km Lots of carbon emissions Cost ~£100 Then the return journey starts around 5:30pm Arrive home ~8:30pm Little interaction with partner or children WFH Up at 6:30 Breakfast with partner and children catch up on the events of the day, what’s planned today Enter the office at 8:20 Start work 8:30 0km 0 carbon emissions £0 What is better for me? My work/life balance ? My productivity ? The planet?

Work from home or office enviroment? I personally love working from home, yes I miss the daily interaction of physically seeing members of my team but what are your thoughts? Like most business models, home-based working has its own set of pros and cons here below are to name a few: Pros: - Low startup costs: Setting up a home-based business typically requires lower initial investment compared to traditional brick-and-mortar businesses. - Flexibility: You have the freedom to set your own working hours, which can be advantageous if you have personal or family commitments. - Reduced commuting: You can save time and money by eliminating the need for daily commuting. - Tax benefits: Many expenses related to operating a home-based business can be tax-deductible, such as a portion of your home office expenses and utilities. - Increased work-life balance: Working from home allows for a better integration of work and personal life. Cons: - Limited space: Depending on the type of business, you may face limitations due to space constraints in your home. - Distractions: Working from home can be challenging due to potential distractions from family members, household chores, or personal obligations. - Isolation: Without coworkers or a formal office environment, some individuals may feel isolated and miss the social interactions that come with a traditional workplace. - Professional image: Some home-based businesses may struggle to establish a professional image and gain credibility, especially when dealing with clients or customers. - Potential zoning and legal restrictions: Certain areas or neighborhoods have specific zoning regulations that may restrict or prohibit certain types of home-based businesses. So my question to you is do you prefer a work-from-home or an office environment? As you can see my cat Ludo clearly loves work from home 😂 #workfromhome #sphynx #officeenvironment #whatdoyouthink https://lnkd.in/eziZcxE4

The "return to office" crowd is on its way out. In less than a decade, they'll be retired,  and with them goes the nostalgia for cubicles, office politics, and endless meetings that should have emails. Don't get me wrong, some people thrive on that nine-to-five grind. Coming in early and staying late just to get work done without distractions. But for many, it's an outdated and inefficient way of working. The future of work is not just about where we work. It's about: - How we work. - Why we work. - When we work The truth is - Full-time office work is broken. - Full-time office work is a flawed way of living. - Full-time office work is a flawed way of working. - The best work happens when people are free to operate from anywhere. The future is all about flexible, productivity-focused work. Companies clinging to outdated norms won't last. The tide is turning. For those still pushing old models of commuting and cubicles, your time is limited. P.S. Have you found remote work makes you more productive? Would love to hear your experiences!

Moving out of our office. Here's how it started VS here's how it's going. When I posted about finishing up my lease at EOFY, many people asked for a real-world follow-up on the impact it would have on my business and my team. It's now been 3+ months and I thought I'd share an update. 🗓 The plan: I mandated that Avion would become fully remote with the exception of 2 mandatory on-site team days in the city (Melbourne). These take place every first and third Wednesday of the month at a pre-booked boardroom. 👏 The good: The change of scenery has actually been very refreshing! The team loves researching new lunch spots. They also like that there are set days in the diary to come together. As a working mum, daycare drop off feels much less stressful. I can also get dinner on the table without rushing as much. 👎 The bad: 2 days per month is simply not enough facetime for some staff. Not everyone has family commitments, and even those that do still like getting our of the house more often. As a result, we've been quick to research coworking spaces and now give employees day passes to use up to 3 times per week. Some go in more often than others so the cost varies, but it's better than committing to a monthly fee. 😱 The ugly: For some, performance suffered big time. I've never believed in micromanaging people, but I had to play Bad Cop and get involved more than I'd like a few times to keep things on track. Don't worry, all is solved now! 🕶 The hindsight: Having an office attracts a particular type of employee. And fully remote attracts another type of employee. If you shift from one state to another with the same staff, some will do better than others, and others might leave. It's just a risk to be aware of. Hope that helps. #remotework #officespace #coworking #team #performance #leadership #mamagement #business