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Best Practices for a Hybrid Office

A hybrid office is the future of work. By 2050, it is estimated that 75% of the workforce will be working remotely, at least part-time. Businesses are starting to have a hybrid office policy, allowing some employees to work in the office on certain days and remotely on others. This flexibility appeals to all generations of workers, from baby boomers to Gen Z.

Navigating the challenges of managing a cross-cultural remote team

In today’s globally connected economy very few businesses of a certain size restrict themselves to just a single country. In fact, even small ‘mom-and-pop’ businesses sell their products online all over the world. Employers of all kinds are tapping into talent and expertise from all around the world, and not just those with subsidiaries in multiple countries. Almost all businesses, organizations, and even governments are under pressure to reduce costs and do more with less.

8 pro tips for effective hybrid workforce management

Whether your organization aims to add flexibility to a traditional work model or require in-office time for remote workers, managing a hybrid workforce is a balancing act. If you’ve already started testing a hybrid model, you’ve probably run into issues like these: With careful planning and proactive problem-solving, you can design a hybrid approach that works for everyone. In this guide, discover 8 tips for successful hybrid workforce management.

Effective change management: A step-by-step guide

Mark Sanborn once said: "Your success in life isn’t based on your ability to simply change. It is based on your ability to change faster than your competition, customers, and business." In the agency world, how you implement change is just as vital as the specific changes you make. It's a classic case of the journey being as important as the final destination.

Two-Person Teams: Listener Questions

This week, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, co-founders of 37signals, join host Kimberly Rhodes to answer listener questions from the recent episode about Two-Person Teams. They tackle topics ranging from two-person team collaboration techniques to their innovative approach to team cooldown periods and the benefits for individuals and the overall project workflow. Listen in as they discuss their journey in refining the on-call process and the power of "spring cleaning" to address unresolved issues.

Supercharging Basecamp: Top Integrations to Enhance Collaboration and Efficiency

Success in today’s fast-paced corporate climate depends on successful teamwork and efficient project management. A robust set of capabilities offered by Basecamp, a top project management platform, can significantly improve team cooperation and boost overall effectiveness. However, you can enhance Basecamp’s capabilities by combining it with other strong tools.

How to create a work from home policy (a guide)

Whether you’re building a remote-first business or you’re transitioning to a hybrid model, a work from home policy is crucial for setting expectations and establishing guidelines. Over the past decade, our fully remote team has grown to 100+ employees in 31+ countries. The Time Doctor team knows first-hand just how important it is to create a clear policy for both employees and managers.

What a hybrid work policy should include (+ free template)

If your organization plans to join the nearly 75% of businesses that offer a hybrid work model, take time to create comprehensive guidelines. With a hybrid work policy, you can avoid common issues with flexible work arrangements, including: Developing a policy that works for both management and employees doesn’t have to be difficult. In this article, you’ll find everything you need to get started, including a hybrid work policy template and suggestions for what to include.