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Future Work

A weekly column and podcast on the remote, hybrid, and AI-driven future of work. By FlexOS founder Daan van Rossum.

The 3-Day Workweek is Here, Says Bill Gates. I Agree.

The 3-Day Workweek is Here, Says Bill Gates. I Agree.

Daan van Rossum
November 30, 2023
9
min read
The 3-Day Workweek is Here, Says Bill Gates. I Agree.

The 3-Day Workweek is Here, Says Bill Gates. I Agree.

Advancements in AI are making it possible to reduce our workload. So why do we still not have a 3-day workweek? The latest research shows we can do better.
What Actually Happened with Sam Altman and OpenAI, and What Does It Mean for the Future of Work? // Future Work #62

What Actually Happened with Sam Altman and OpenAI, and What Does It Mean for the Future of Work? // Future Work #62

Sam Altman is out at OpenAI. Oh, wait. He’s back. Plus: New data about the awareness and adoption of Generative AI. And what it all means for us.
Generative AI at Work Research Report

Generative AI at Work Research Report

Daan van Rossum
November 21, 2023
10
min read
Generative AI at Work Research Report

Generative AI at Work Research Report

How many people are actually already using AI at Work? Discover insights from our recent survey on Generative AI tools in the workplace.
The Secret Playbook of One of the Most Famous Remote Companies (ft. Chase Warrington, Head of Remote, Doist)

The Secret Playbook of One of the Most Famous Remote Companies (ft. Chase Warrington, Head of Remote, Doist)

Let's dive in to discover the secrets playbook of one the most famous remote companies with Chase Warrington, Head of Remote at Doist.
18 Ways On How To Use AI to Work Smarter in 2024 (+39 Tools Reviewed)

18 Ways On How To Use AI to Work Smarter in 2024 (+39 Tools Reviewed)

Daan van Rossum
November 20, 2023
11
min read
18 Ways On How To Use AI to Work Smarter in 2024 (+39 Tools Reviewed)

18 Ways On How To Use AI to Work Smarter in 2024 (+39 Tools Reviewed)

AI has never been more popular. But how to use AI? In this article, I share 18 ways and 39 tools in which I've used AI this year, and my top 10 for 2024.
Smart Managers Create Their Own GPT Today (With 50+ Examples)

Smart Managers Create Their Own GPT Today (With 50+ Examples)

Daan van Rossum
November 16, 2023
11
min read
Smart Managers Create Their Own GPT Today (With 50+ Examples)

Smart Managers Create Their Own GPT Today (With 50+ Examples)

GPTs is a new OpenAI innovation that allows you to build your own AI. If you're doing work that repeatable and digital, then you can now let AI do the work.
A Jobless Future? Interrogating Musk's AI Prophecy // Future Work #60

A Jobless Future? Interrogating Musk's AI Prophecy // Future Work #60

While Microsoft's Jared Spatero is happy he doesn't have to read emails anymore, Elon is seeing a future where AI has taken all jobs. Now what?
The Playbook for Leadership That Impacts People AND Profits (with "HR Godfather" Dave Ulrich)

The Playbook for Leadership That Impacts People AND Profits (with "HR Godfather" Dave Ulrich)

Discover how to lead teams and ourselves in the remote and AI-driven future of work with Dave Ulrich - father of modern HR.
Who Wants A Slice Of The $480 Billion Creator Economy Pie?

Who Wants A Slice Of The $480 Billion Creator Economy Pie?

Daan van Rossum
November 2, 2023
17
min read
Who Wants A Slice Of The $480 Billion Creator Economy Pie?

Who Wants A Slice Of The $480 Billion Creator Economy Pie?

According to Goldman Sachs, the creator economy will be worth $480 billion. But it's not just beauty bloggers – in the future of work, everyone's a creator.
Three barriers to AI adoption in enterprises, startups, and companies.

Three barriers to AI adoption in enterprises, startups, and companies.

While A.I. has incredible potential, only 13% of the US population has used ChatGPT. We dive in three key barriers to A.I.
The Latest Stanford Remote & Work from Home Study Results

The Latest Stanford Remote & Work from Home Study Results

Daan van Rossum
October 30, 2023
11
min read
The Latest Stanford Remote & Work from Home Study Results

The Latest Stanford Remote & Work from Home Study Results

The Stanford Remote Work from Home Study researches remote work, it's benefits, and impact. Read the latest results here
A Successful Action Plan with Examples + AI Task Breakdown Generator

A Successful Action Plan with Examples + AI Task Breakdown Generator

Creating the perfect action plan starts with breaking down projects into smaller tasks. Use our free AI task breakdown tool, templates, and examples.
5 Strategies for Inexpensive Employee Engagement Ideas

5 Strategies for Inexpensive Employee Engagement Ideas

Daan van Rossum
October 28, 2023
4
min read
5 Strategies for Inexpensive Employee Engagement Ideas

5 Strategies for Inexpensive Employee Engagement Ideas

Discover 5 budget-friendly ways to boost employee engagement and achieve higher productivity in 2023. Our article reveals all.
Great Managers Are Like Sports Coaches (Jennifer Dulski, Founder & CEO - Rising Team)

Great Managers Are Like Sports Coaches (Jennifer Dulski, Founder & CEO - Rising Team)

How do we successfully manage remote teams? I ask Jennifer Dulski, Founder and CEO of Rising Team, lecturer at Stanford, former Google, Facebook exec.
Remote Workers Willing to Take $12k Hit as Roblox, Amazon, Nike Push for Office Comeback

Remote Workers Willing to Take $12k Hit as Roblox, Amazon, Nike Push for Office Comeback

Roblox, Nike, Amazon shift to office work and risk resignations, while new FlexJobs research shows that 63% are willing to sacrifice 20% pay for remote.
6 out of 10 CEOs Predict We’re Returning to the Office Full-Time. I Don’t Think So.

6 out of 10 CEOs Predict We’re Returning to the Office Full-Time. I Don’t Think So.

64% of CEOs globally believe we'll be back in the office in 2026. I don't think so, based on data. In this week's Future Work we dive deep into the numbers.
Gen Z and Millennials are Stressed to Death. They're Looking to Companies to Turn Around this Wellbeing Crisis

Gen Z and Millennials are Stressed to Death. They're Looking to Companies to Turn Around this Wellbeing Crisis

New research shows that Gen Z and Millennials are stressed to death at work. Financial stress is a big contributor, but other factors play a role too.
ChatGPT can now See, Hear, and Speak – How to Stay Ahead in the Age of AI?

ChatGPT can now See, Hear, and Speak – How to Stay Ahead in the Age of AI?

AI is getting smarter – and we need to catch up. Last week, OpenAI rolled out a huge update: ChatGPT can now see and hear.
Rest in Peace, Fridays: New Data & the Rise of a 4-Day Workweek.

Rest in Peace, Fridays: New Data & the Rise of a 4-Day Workweek.

Daan van Rossum
September 28, 2023
6
min read
Rest in Peace, Fridays: New Data & the Rise of a 4-Day Workweek.

Rest in Peace, Fridays: New Data & the Rise of a 4-Day Workweek.

Can we get the 4-day workweek already? New perspectives and data is showing that we may be closer than before. Here's how.
How Slack and Future Forum Redesigned Work for the Digital Age (with Brian Elliott, Founder, Future Forum)

How Slack and Future Forum Redesigned Work for the Digital Age (with Brian Elliott, Founder, Future Forum)

Exploring Flexible Work Dynamics with Brian Elliott: Insights from a Startup CEO to Future Forum Founder and WSJ Bestselling Author.
Why Are Managers Important – Now More Than Ever?

Why Are Managers Important – Now More Than Ever?

Daan van Rossum
September 26, 2023
7
min read
Why Are Managers Important – Now More Than Ever?

Why Are Managers Important – Now More Than Ever?

Why are managers important for Company Culture, now more than ever? Learn about the importance of managers and how to level up your leaders and yourself.
Stanford Professor Nick Bloom: What the Media Gets Wrong about Hybrid and Remote Work

Stanford Professor Nick Bloom: What the Media Gets Wrong about Hybrid and Remote Work

Stanford professor Nick Bloom shares insights from 20+ years researching remote work, including why media hype doesn't match data showing ...
Nudges in Hybrid Work: How Organizations Can Nudge People Back to the Offices?

Nudges in Hybrid Work: How Organizations Can Nudge People Back to the Offices?

Organizations can nudge remote employees back to the office by engaging them with new experiences and opportunities. Let's dive in!

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