Flex Index blog

Kay Sargent, Director of WorkPlace, HOK, discusses the urgent state of office environments, the attributes every corporate real estate company needs to embrace to survive (and thrive) in disruption, and lessons US real estate companies can learn from how office leasing works in other markets.

Dror Poleg, Economic Historian and thought leader on the future of work, discusses how the rise of remote work is reshaping the real estate landscape and bringing about opportunities (and uncertainties) for investors, businesses, and cities.

Tiffany Dufu, Founder and CEO of The Cru and bestselling author, shares insights on leading her company through the challenges of the pandemic, the importance of self-care and establishing boundaries, and practical strategies for building community and finding mentors in a flexible working world.

In this blog, Shujaat Ahmad, Director of People Analytics at Linkedin, explains the significant role of People Analytics in addressing challenges, adapting to change, and balancing data and intuition.

Dror Poleg, renowned author of "Rethinking Real Estate," discusses the evolution of work trends and their impact on real estate, major risks facing the industry, and the changing landscape of careers in the remote work era.

In this episode, Rob and Arpit Gupta, Associate Professor of Finance at NYU Stern, discuss the risk of a commercial real estate "apocalypse." They explore the unprecedented upheaval in the office space business and its potential impact on stakeholders. They also explore strategies for navigating uncertain times in real estate, offering insights for those impacted by urban core changes.

Nick Bloom, a Stanford professor, shares his predictions on the future of work, including the dominant flexible work model in 2030 and the impact of technology on remote work. He also discusses the risks to growth of fully remote work and the future of commercial real estate. These insights reveal the profound impact of flexible work on the global economy.

In this podcast episode, Shujaat Ahmad, Director of People Analytics - Future of Work at LinkedIn, delves into the transformative role of People Analytics in shaping the future of work. He discusses the vision behind People Analytics, the shift in LinkedIn's approach to people due to the pandemic, and offers practical tips on team structure, key enablers, avoiding pitfalls, and measuring effectiveness. Join the conversation to gain actionable insights and discover how People Analytics can revolutionize your organization's approach to workforce planning, talent management, and employee engagement in the ever-evolving work landscape.

In this blog, we delve into the debate between company-wide RTO mandates and team-level agreements. We explore insights from Brian Elliott, Founder of Future Forum, including the shift to managing by outcomes. Learn why embracing team-level agreements and prioritizing outcomes creates a more dynamic and engaging work environment while ensuring true employee satisfaction.