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Future Work
A weekly column and podcast on the remote, hybrid, and AI-driven future of work. By FlexOS founder Daan van Rossum.

From Survival to Success: Why Innovation Needs to Become Your Company’s Core Strategy
Alex Osterwalder, the visionary behind the business model canvas, shares why companies should invest in innovation. And, the surprising role HR could play in achieving it.

McKinsey's RTO Research: More Office, Same Problems
McKinsey’s latest research shows RTO mandates doubling office attendance to 68%, while remote and hybrid work decline. However, burnout remains high (one-third of workers), and 39% still intend to quit, raising concerns
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HR Struggles with AI Adoption: 40% Still Hesitant
Our new report highlights that 40% of HR leaders avoid generative AI, with 35% citing AI adoption challenges and 36.5% concerned about the AI skills gap.

51% Stuck in ‘Busy Work’—Are You?
A Work Time Reduction and FlexOS report highlights a growing push for shorter workweeks, as employees demand fewer but more meaningful hours.

From Survival to Success: Why Innovation Needs to Become Your Company’s Core Strategy
Alex Osterwalder, the visionary behind the business model canvas, shares why companies should invest in innovation. And, the surprising role HR could play in achieving it.

58% trade pay raises for shorter workweeks
A Work Time Reduction and FlexOS report highlights a growing push for shorter workweeks, as employees demand fewer but more meaningful hours.

The Case for Working Less: How Reduced Hours Drive Productivity
Can a shorter workweek and AI boost productivity? Tim Reitsma and Joe O'Connor discuss this game-changing shift in work culture.

From “Smoosh” to a Better Hybrid Workplace – Liz Burow discusses key points of hybrid work in 2025
In an insightful interview, Liz Burow, a workplace strategy expert, discussed the evolving nature of hybrid work in 2025, the challenges it presents, and what it takes for organizations to thrive in this new landscape.

U.S. Employee Engagement Hits 10-Year Low
Let's dive into L&D trends from the TalentLMS 2024 Benchmark Report, exploring whether corporate training is keeping pace with evolving workforce demands.

WEF Future of Jobs 2025: What are HR's Priorities?
The Future of Jobs Report 2025, published by the World Economic Forum, provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolving landscape of work as we approach the end of the decade.

Should Employees Hold "Secret" Second Jobs?
Explore the hidden trend of employees juggling secret second jobs, the ethical dilemmas, trust challenges, and how companies are navigating this evolving workforce dynamic.

Remote Work: A Growing Privilege for the Wealthy
Remote work is increasingly a privilege of the wealthy, as Stanford economist Nick Bloom's research shows work-from-home days dropped 16% for middle-income workers but only 5% for high earners.

The Future of HR: Balancing AI and Human-Centric
Paul Falcon will share actionable insights on navigating AI’s evolving landscape while championing human-centric leadership, helping organizations tackle the challenges and opportunities of 2025.

Is Microretirement Your Next Career Move?
Feeling burned out? Or simply need a change or a new adventure? Try microretirement.

The Future of Work Starts with Adaptability: Insights from Kotter
What if HR led change proactively, not reactively? Tim Reitsma and Nick Petschek explore transforming organizations for the future.

Are You Seeing Your Employees as Customers?
Treating employees like customers to create a more engaged and productive workforce.

Employees as Customers: Designing Unified People Experiences
Is HR stuck in the past? Tim Reitsma and Sapienx Founder Luke O'Mahoney dive into how breaking HR silos and treating work like a product may be the biggest unlock companies need to evolve.

Atlassian #1 on Future 50 by Distributed Work
Atlassian has skyrocketed to the #1 spot on the Fortune Future 50 list, leaping from #26 last year!

From Candidate Journey to Employee Advocates: Crafting a Lasting Employer Branding
Unlock the secret to employer branding success: authenticity, AI, and employee advocacy for unbeatable talent attraction.

Do Your Employees Feel Seen and Valued?
This week’s insights explore how gratitude, effective communication, and celebrating milestones (big and small) can drive meaningful impact in our workplaces.

Gallup Chief Scientist: Employee Engagement with a Sense of Purpose
Unlock the power of leadership to boost engagement and performance with Tim Reitsma and Gallup's Jim Harter.

Why 100% of Fortune 500 Companies Embrace Hybrid Work (with Sodexo's Henrik Järleskog)
Hybrid work is now the standard for leading companies. Still, challenges persist. Sodexo's Henrik Järleskog shares valuable insights into the future of work and practical strategies to help hybrid models succeed.

What’s Driving Big Tech’s RTO Mandates?
The future of recruiting is evolving at lightning speed—are your strategies ready to keep pace?

From Recruiter to Talent Strategist: Technology, Personalization, and Human Connection
Why traditional recruiting is broken? Tim and Jess reveal bold strategies to redefine talent acquisition for lasting impact.

AI Colleagues, Personalization, and a CEO Rejecting the Return to Office
As HR leaders, the election might be behind us, but the real marathon begins now: navigating policy shifts, fostering empathetic conversations, and keeping it all together without breaking a sweat.
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