Greeting to all!
Today let us look into another trending topic of our field. Even though its been a few years since Hybrid working was introduced in large scale and capacity into the industry, it has grown as a key component which impacts the organizational success in the long run.
In simple terms, Hybrid Working is a combination of work-in-office and work-from-home. Home could be any place appropriate for the employee and the requirement of the task. This blended method adds flexibility for the employees to choose the best form of work while enabling them to have a balance.
According to Stanford report by Krysten Crawford, "In the largest study yet of working-from-home professionals, Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom reveals that employees who work from home two days a week are just as productive, likely to get promoted, and far less prone to quit."
Benefits of Hybrid Work Models
- Attracts top talent: When most employees favor hybrid working, you’ll attract and retain good, diverse ones
- Boosts your brand image: offering hybrid working demonstrates that you have a flexible forward-thinking culture with trust at its heart
- Makes employees happier: With hybrid working, employees are more in control of their lives, and their physical and mental wellbeing. Happy employees are more productive, and deliver more to the business
- Cheaper to run a hybrid workplace: You’ll need less outlay office space utility bills, and employees save money on commuting costs and meals
- Part-time employees feel as if they’re on a level playing field with full-time team members
(Extracted from Qualtrics.com : Hybrid work: definition, tips and strategies )
Types of hybrid business models
These models have developed by taking into consideration of employees' views, their technological needs and making sure the teams or the departments can bring out the best results.
(Extracted from Qualtrics.com : Hybrid work: definition, tips and strategies)
· Communication Gaps: Hybrid teams can experience communication breakdowns, especially when some members are in the office while others are remote. To overcome this, companies should invest in robust communication tools that support seamless collaboration regardless of location.
· Maintaining Company Culture: With employees spread out, maintaining a strong company culture can be difficult. Regular virtual and in-person team-building activities, along with clear communication of company values, can help preserve a sense of community.
· Unequal Access to Opportunities: Remote workers may feel disconnected or overlooked for promotions and career development opportunities. Businesses should implement transparent processes for performance evaluations and ensure that all employees, regardless of location, have equal access to growth opportunities.
Is That all? How about The Future of Hybrid Working?
What will shape the future of Hybrid working? (Extracted from The Evolution of the Workplace: Embracing Hybrid Work as the New Norm_ [September 3, 2024] by Blog Team)
· Increased Focus on Employee Well-being: Companies will prioritize mental health and well-being, offering support and resources to help employees manage the challenges of hybrid work.
· Technology-Driven Collaboration: The demand for advanced collaboration tools will continue to grow, with businesses seeking solutions that offer seamless integration and enhanced functionality to support hybrid teams.
· Redefining Office Spaces: The role of the physical office will continue to shift, with spaces being redesigned to support collaboration, creativity, and social interaction rather than traditional desk work.
· Global Talent Pool Expansion: As businesses embrace the flexibility of hybrid work, they will increasingly tap into global talent, leading to more diverse and inclusive workforces.
What is the future of working from home? - The Global Story podcast, BBC World Service
References
- Stanford report
[June 12th, 2024] Study finds hybrid work benefits companies and
employees. [Online], Available at:
https://news.stanford.edu/stories/2024/06/hybrid-work-is-a-win-win-win-for-companies-workers [Accessed
on 14.03. 2025]
- Qualtrics.com, Hybrid work: definition, tips and
strategies [Online], Available at: https://www.qualtrics.com/experience-management/employee/hybrid-work/ [Accessed
on 14.03. 2025]
- eBook, The HR
leader's success kit to enabling a remote workforce [Online], Available
at:
https://www.qualtrics.com/ebooks-guides/ex-hr-leader-success-kit-remote-workforce/?utm_lp=hub-hybrid-work-inline1 [Accessed
on 14.03. 2025]
- Enghouse video, The Evolution of the Workplace: Embracing Hybrid Work as the New Norm_ [September 3, 2024] by Blog Team [Online], Available at: https://www.enghousevideo.com/blog/education-video-management/the-evolution-of-the-workplace-embracing-hybrid-work-as-the-new-norm [Accessed on 14.03. 2025]
- BBC World service (2025), What is the future of working from home? - The Global Story podcast, BBC World Service [Video], YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCRVoXbkHnw
Hybrid work models offer flexibility, improved work-life balance, and access to a wider talent pool, but they also require careful planning and thoughtful implementation. And also, create a balance that supports both the needs of the business and the preferences of employees. Hope to read your next article also.
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