In today’s episode, Steph Smith, Head of Trends.co at the Hustle and Founder of Integral Labs, joins the show. Steph and David discuss the ideas and insights of how to build a more effective team in both a remote work or hybrid environment.
Show Notes:
(6:54) The bell curve of giving and taking – amplifying giving in remote work
(10:54) How to encourage giving behavior
(15:50) What benefits can organizations now offer to entice the best talent?
(18:05) Applying the “First Principles” to your business and employee experience
(21:34) The new wave of benefits to offer employees
(25:05) Replacing the water cooler – how to generate the personal and professional relationships in a virtual setting
(27:27) Replicating an office environment with co-working spaces
(30:54) Defining success – the importance of metrics-driven assessments
(32:50) Algorithms to live by and the Nash equilibrium
(35:50) Game theory & working backward from the ideal outcome
(40:07) Personal user manuals – learn about your people upfront
(49:24) Being versatile in a leadership role
(47:53) Trends in remote work – what’s next?
(52:05) What’s coming? – The Biotech boom
For more information on topics referenced during the show:
“71-Tips to Navigate a Virtual Work Culture” Ebook
Get $100 off Trends with our referral code: trends.co/?ref=DavidMillay
Give and Take by Adam Grant
Algorithms to Live By by Brian Christian and Tom Griffiths
Steph Smith’s Personal User Manual
Where to reach the guest:
Steph’s LinkedIn
Steph’s personal Website
Steph’s Twitter @stephsmithio