Meetings are still on the rise in 2023 — along with frustration. As a high percentage of workers have transitioned into permanently remote roles, there’s a need for companies to embrace tools, systems, and policies that make hybrid communication more efficient. Yet, the corporate world is slow to fully embrace changes that will improve meeting culture.

This blog delves into statistics surrounding meetings in 2023, providing insights into their impact. It also offers a downloadable best practice guide for better meeting culture to make your meetings more productive.

Millennials in today’s workforce are often stereotyped for not wanting to work or for having unconventional mindsets about work — leading older generations to scrutinize their overall work ethic. But when we view work through the Millennial lens, a lot is revealed, including insights that all generations can glean and benefit from.

Converting office space into a better, more relaxed environment was a hot topic before the pandemic. Now, more than ever, employers have to find a balance between meeting the needs of their remote workers and those who are in the office. There are many options available for office conversion, such as open floor plans, outdoor workspaces, and glass walls. How will you know what’s best for your employees and the company as a whole?

This blog post provides a best practice framework for how to set up a home office or corporate office that promotes creativity and productivity.

Humans are naturally curious and creative. The desire to explore, innovate, and create is embedded within us. Individuals thrive when given the chance to tap into their creativity, and business success is almost always linked to some sort of innovation. While organizations need creative thinkers, most corporate work cultures are quick to stifle innovation and creativity.

How do you be a good leader today? Companies that want to attract new talent — and increase engagement among current employees — recognize that outdated leadership styles need to be forfeited, and replaced with new leadership best practices that are relevant to today’s tech-heavy, innovative, and ever-evolving workforce.

Most of us want engaged employees — and we talk a lot about how to achieve a thriving company culture with invested team members. But occasionally a senior employee is so involved that they get in everyone's way. And similar to disengagement, too much engagement is also a problem. Here is how you can create opportunities that will channel their wisdom and enthusiasm is a more positive way.

Everyone knows that meetings are problematic, but companies continue to undervalue the financial and cultural costs, and ignore seeking solutions that would actually change the equation. To improve the toxic culture of meetings, the ground rules need to change and expectations need to be raised.