The Workplace Revolution: Remote Work And Nimble Leadership

Joost Minnaar
Written by Joost Minnaar July 27, 2019

As explorers of radically engaging workplaces, we try to read all notable articles published on the topic. We read them, we rank them and we share them.

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We share the most insightful ones. The ones that are vital content to fuel the global movement for better work. They inspired us and we hope they inspire you as well.

Here are our top 5 picks of this month. This should be your monthly workplace inspiration. Enjoy!

The firm with 900 staff and no office

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"There's a growing trend for firms to ditch their offices entirely, but is that good or bad for workers?”

By Felicity Hannah.

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Nimble leadership

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"Nobody has really recommended command-and-control leadership for a long time. But no fully formed alternative has emerged, either."

By Deborah Ancona, Elaine Backman & Kate Isaacs.

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This boss lets you play with your kids at work

(BBC)

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"Sharmaden Reid is the founder and CEO of Beautystack. A working mother frustrated at childcare arrangements in most small businesses, she decided to offer childcare to her employees on her own terms, including a childminder during school holidays."

By Dougal Shaw.

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How to give your team the right amount of autonomy

(HBR)

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"Leaders often say they want to empower autonomous teams and free the front line to innovate, but they also fear the chaos that might be unleashed if they do. These guardrails can help leaders make a real change."

By Deborah Ancona & Kate Isaacs.

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5 ways to create a company culture of accountability

(Gallup)

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"Are concepts like "responsibility" and "being held accountable" viewed negatively by your employees?"

By Andrew Robertson & Nate Dvorak.

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Written by Joost Minnaar
Joost Minnaar
Co-founder Corporate Rebels. My daily focus is on research, writing, and anything else related to making work more fun.
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