Work environments are going to fundamentally change, by automating repetitive tasks and giving employees more space for creativity and collaboration. In this podcast, Marco discusses the impact of hybrid working and the crucial role of physical encounters for building trust and social networks within organizations. Especially young employees, still at the beginning of their careers, benefit from face-to-face interactions for their professional development and well-being.

"When you really invest in workplace innovation, it really leads to much better well-being of your people."

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A key point of Marco's research is the win-win-win of workplace innovation, which benefits the organization, teams and individual employees. In this podcast, listen to how to achieve this win-win-win.

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Takeaways

• Increase productivity and employee well-being: Marco highlights how hybrid working, enhanced by smart technology such as AI, is transforming the future of the workplace. By optimizing workspace and working hours based on personal and team preferences, organizations can increase productivity while improving employee well-being.

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• Importance of physical meetings and direct interactions: despite the benefits of hybrid and remote working, Marco points out the crucial importance of physical meetings for building trust and social networks within an organization. Especially for young employees, direct interaction with colleagues is essential for their professional development and integration into the corporate culture.

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• Workplace Innovation as Key to Success: Marco introduces the concept of workplace innovation as a win-win-win strategy that benefits the organization, teams, and individual employees. By focusing on innovations that improve the workplace environment, organizations can create a more fulfilling, productive, and flexible work culture that is ready for the future.

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