The Modern People Leader: Forward-Thinking HR 129 - The Year of Productivity: Andrew Bartlow (People Leader Accelerator)
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Sep 11, 2023 Andrew Bartlow, Co-Founder of the People Leader Accelerator, discusses why this is the year of productivity, the data points to consider for remote vs. in-office decisions, and the importance of being brilliant at the basics of HR. He also talks about the challenges faced by people leaders, the expectations on them today, and the risk of chasing shiny new things instead of focusing on the basics. Subscribe to the newsletter and follow Andrew Bartlow and The Modern People Leader on LinkedIn.
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2023 As The Year Of Productivity
- 2023 should be viewed as the 'year of productivity' not just retention.
- Organizations must reset product roadmaps, org design, and workforce plans to deliver results with fewer resources.
Pilot Remote vs Office With A/B Tests
- Run simple A/B pilots to test remote vs. office productivity using clear metrics like calls, sales, and NPS.
- Use results from a two- to three-month pilot to inform broader workplace policy and persuade skeptical executives.
Do The Math On Labor And Office Costs
- Quantify the economics: compare labor cost differentials, time-to-fill, and per-employee office cost when choosing remote, hybrid, or in-office.
- Beware hybrid being 'the worst of both worlds' because it preserves office cost without guaranteeing team colocation.