TED: 3 tips for leaders to get the future of work right | Debbie Lovich

The video discusses the evolution of work structures, comparing them to cow paths, and highlights the changes brought by COVID-19, emphasizing trust and flexibility. It outlines three strategies for the future of work: trust, data-driven decisions, and thinking beyond schedules. Examples from companies like Dropbox and Mr. Cooper Group illustrate successful adaptations to new work models.

What analogy does the speaker use to describe outdated work structures?

• Cow paths

• Stone roads

• Ancient bridges

• Old railway tracks

During the early months of COVID-19, what significant change occurred in work practices?

• Disappearance of low-value work

• More hierarchical structures

• Increased office hours

• Reduction in remote work

What does the speaker suggest employees do before quitting due to return-to-office policies?

• Post on social media

• Ignore the policies

• Immediately resign

• Discuss their preferences with leaders

What is the first strategy mentioned for the future of work?

• Increase office meetings

• Trust your people

• Implement strict schedules

• Focus on individual tasks

How does the speaker suggest we should approach work experiments?

• By using control groups and data collection

• With fixed outcomes

• Without any data

• By avoiding feedback

What does the speaker mean by 'thinking beyond the schedule'?

• Focusing only on weekends

• Eliminating unnecessary meetings and commutes

• Increasing daily work hours

• Reducing workdays to three

What is a potential benefit of a trusting work culture mentioned by the speaker?

• Attracting and retaining talent

• Higher employee turnover

• More hierarchical structures

• Increased rule enforcement

Which company is mentioned as moving towards a remote-first model?

• Microsoft

• Google

• Dropbox

• Amazon

What was a key factor in Mr. Cooper Group's decision to adopt a home-centric model?

• Higher commuting costs

• Decreased productivity

• Employee preference for flexibility

• Increased office space

What is the speaker's ultimate goal for the future of work?

• To eliminate remote work entirely

• To create a more engaging, productive, and humane work environment

• To increase the number of office meetings

• To return to pre-COVID work structures