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Are Companies With a Hybrid Work Model Succeeding? [What to Know]

The workplace underwent a seismic shift during the pandemic, as businesses worldwide scrambled to adapt to unprecedented conditions. Amidst the turmoil, hybrid work models emerged not just as a stopgap but as a viable long-term solution for many small businesses and entrepreneurs. This article explores their sustainability and effectiveness with a particular emphasis on the role of flexible workspaces.

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How to Improve Hybrid Meetings [17 Tips]

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, hybrid meetings have become a staple for many organizations, blending in-person and virtual elements to create a more flexible and inclusive environment. This integration of physical and digital meeting spaces has been catalyzed by the widespread adoption of remote work and the need for adaptable business practices. Hybrid meetings offer a unique blend of accessibility and convenience, allowing participants to join from anywhere, thus extending the reach of businesses beyond traditional geographic boundaries.

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Virtual Meetings vs In Person Meetings: Pros & Cons

Companies have more options than ever when it comes to holding meetings. Virtual meetings via video conferencing have become commonplace, allowing for remote collaboration across vast distances. At the same time, traditional in-person meetings in physical office spaces remain popular for their ability to foster real face-to-face interaction. 

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Virtual Meetings vs. Face-to-Face Meetings: Why You Need Both

During the pandemic, most professionals became very accustomed to virtual meetings. For example, Zoom had 10 million daily meeting participants in December 2019 but by April 2020, the number had spiked to over 300 million. Other video conferencing platforms saw comparable increases. As the pandemic eased, businesses and professionals began to return to the office and reinitiate face-to-face meetings in varying degrees. 

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11 Creative Ways to Beat Remote Work Fatigue

A study earlier this year by McKinsey revealed that 58% of American workers indicate they can work from home at least one day a week. 35% of them said they have an option to work from home five days a week. These professionals are entrepreneurs, small business owners, and workers for large enterprises, among others and from various industry sectors—finance, professional services, legal, healthcare, and insurance. 

Even as the pandemic waned, the number of job listings with a remote component remained high. Data from late last year, for example, showed that the number of new positions with remote work as an option were about triple the number before the pandemic hit. The number of Americans working from home by 2025 is expected to hit 36.2 million, or 22% of the overall workforce.

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