Authors Ekelman and Kantor address the need for leaders to consider what a hybrid workplace means for their unique organization. From deep examination of what different types of work demand for employee effectiveness and productivity to identifying criteria for exceptions and possible legal ramifications, leaders are provided with concrete guidance. For example, attention is paid to the need for physical office space and related considerations, such as whether everyone will be in the office for set days, or if days in office may vary and a smaller space is sufficient. Diving more deeply into that smaller-space example, how will employees be assured that a space is available for them whenever they are in the office? This level of guidance through the challenges of defining hybrid work will not only result in solid outcomes but can serve a model for decision making in other areas as well. A valuable resource for any organization struggling with the challenges of finding balance between employee and organizational needs, Thrive with a Hybrid Workplace will find an audience in both public-library and business-school collections

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Few disagree that hybrid work is here to stay—hybrid work schedules in addition to hybrid work settings. Business psychologist and executive coach Kantor and employment attorney Ekelman embrace this notion, offering strategies and action steps to help business leaders and managers navigate the hybrid workplace. They outline key components of successful policies, including intentionality, trust, DEI mindfulness, and compliance. Written to help leaders draft and iterate hybrid workplace policies that promote employee satisfaction, productivity, and retention.

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The authors accurately foresaw that in the post Covid world employees would still expect a hybrid workplace. The book presents an excellent framework for leaders searching for equitable and consistent policies that will benefit all constituents. While the health of our cities depends on a return to the office, the five day commute may be a thing of the past.

Lawrence B. Wolfe, Vice Chairman and Co-Head of Lodging Capital Markets, Newmark

The book we all need now! For anyone (which these days is almost everyone) who is struggling to survive and thrive in the hybrid workplace, this guide sets you on a path to success. The authors help you align company policy with your values and establish an intentional articulation of the why and where of work.

Melanie Katzman, Ph.D., #1 Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author; Business Psychologist; Corporate Strategist

Julie Kantor and Felice Ekelman distill complicated workplace dynamics for both leaders and employees, getting each to see and understand the others’ perspective and, most importantly, motivating all towards action and change. “Thrive with a hybrid workplace” is the ultimate and timely guidebook for all leaders trying to assess the hybrid schedule and parameters that work for their culture and company.

Marnie Black, Executive Vice President, Public Relations, AMC Networks

Ekelman and Kantor’s practical guide helps leaders through the hybrid work maze to avoid the pitfalls and landmines that could occur if decisions around work are not aligned with company culture and process. They cover the whole employee value proposition, from hiring to talent management to goal setting to leadership training, that will enable a company to grow and thrive in ways consistent with its values and strategies.

Lynne Biggar, Senior Advisor at Boston Consulting Group, Board Director, and recent global CMO at Visa