Future Work

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

Walmart + OpenAI = AI Training at Scale

Walmart is partnering with OpenAI to launch free AI certifications for more than 2 million U.S. associates starting in 2026, part of its billion-dollar training commitment.

Walmart + OpenAI = AI Training at Scale

Walmart is partnering with OpenAI to launch free AI certifications for more than 2 million U.S. associates starting in 2026, part of its billion-dollar training commitment.

Should Employees Hold "Secret" Second Jobs?

Explore the hidden trend of employees juggling secret second jobs, the ethical dilemmas, trust challenges, and how companies are navigating this evolving workforce dynamic.

Should Employees Hold "Secret" Second Jobs?

Explore the hidden trend of employees juggling secret second jobs, the ethical dilemmas, trust challenges, and how companies are navigating this evolving workforce dynamic.

Remote Work: A Growing Privilege for the Wealthy

Remote work is increasingly a privilege of the wealthy, as Stanford economist Nick Bloom's research shows work-from-home days dropped 16% for middle-income workers but only 5% for high earners.

Remote Work: A Growing Privilege for the Wealthy

Remote work is increasingly a privilege of the wealthy, as Stanford economist Nick Bloom's research shows work-from-home days dropped 16% for middle-income workers but only 5% for high earners.

The Future of HR: Balancing AI and Human-Centric

Paul Falcon will share actionable insights on navigating AI’s evolving landscape while championing human-centric leadership, helping organizations tackle the challenges and opportunities of 2025.

The Future of HR: Balancing AI and Human-Centric

Paul Falcon will share actionable insights on navigating AI’s evolving landscape while championing human-centric leadership, helping organizations tackle the challenges and opportunities of 2025.

Is Microretirement Your Next Career Move?

Feeling burned out? Or simply need a change or a new adventure? Try microretirement.

Is Microretirement Your Next Career Move?

Feeling burned out? Or simply need a change or a new adventure? Try microretirement.

The Future of Work Starts with Adaptability: Insights from Kotter

What if HR led change proactively, not reactively? Tim Reitsma and Nick Petschek explore transforming organizations for the future.

The Future of Work Starts with Adaptability: Insights from Kotter

What if HR led change proactively, not reactively? Tim Reitsma and Nick Petschek explore transforming organizations for the future.

Are You Seeing Your Employees as Customers?

Treating employees like customers to create a more engaged and productive workforce.

Are You Seeing Your Employees as Customers?

Treating employees like customers to create a more engaged and productive workforce.

Employees as Customers: Designing Unified People Experiences

Is HR stuck in the past? Tim Reitsma and Sapienx Founder Luke O'Mahoney dive into how breaking HR silos and treating work like a product may be the biggest unlock companies need to evolve.

Employees as Customers: Designing Unified People Experiences

Is HR stuck in the past? Tim Reitsma and Sapienx Founder Luke O'Mahoney dive into how breaking HR silos and treating work like a product may be the biggest unlock companies need to evolve.

Atlassian #1 on Future 50 by Distributed Work

Atlassian has skyrocketed to the #1 spot on the Fortune Future 50 list, leaping from #26 last year!

Atlassian #1 on Future 50 by Distributed Work

Atlassian has skyrocketed to the #1 spot on the Fortune Future 50 list, leaping from #26 last year!

From Candidate Journey to Employee Advocates: Crafting a Lasting Employer Branding

Unlock the secret to employer branding success: authenticity, AI, and employee advocacy for unbeatable talent attraction.

From Candidate Journey to Employee Advocates: Crafting a Lasting Employer Branding

Unlock the secret to employer branding success: authenticity, AI, and employee advocacy for unbeatable talent attraction.

Do Your Employees Feel Seen and Valued?

This week’s insights explore how gratitude, effective communication, and celebrating milestones (big and small) can drive meaningful impact in our workplaces.

Do Your Employees Feel Seen and Valued?

This week’s insights explore how gratitude, effective communication, and celebrating milestones (big and small) can drive meaningful impact in our workplaces.

Gallup Chief Scientist: Employee Engagement with a Sense of Purpose

Unlock the power of leadership to boost engagement and performance with Tim Reitsma and Gallup's Jim Harter.

Gallup Chief Scientist: Employee Engagement with a Sense of Purpose

Unlock the power of leadership to boost engagement and performance with Tim Reitsma and Gallup's Jim Harter.

Why 100% of Fortune 500 Companies Embrace Hybrid Work (with Sodexo's Henrik Järleskog)

Hybrid work is now the standard for leading companies. Still, challenges persist. Sodexo's Henrik Järleskog shares valuable insights into the future of work and practical strategies to help hybrid models succeed.

Why 100% of Fortune 500 Companies Embrace Hybrid Work (with Sodexo's Henrik Järleskog)

What’s Driving Big Tech’s RTO Mandates?

The future of recruiting is evolving at lightning speed—are your strategies ready to keep pace?

What’s Driving Big Tech’s RTO Mandates?

The future of recruiting is evolving at lightning speed—are your strategies ready to keep pace?

From Recruiter to Talent Strategist: Technology, Personalization, and Human Connection

Why traditional recruiting is broken? Tim and Jess reveal bold strategies to redefine talent acquisition for lasting impact.

From Recruiter to Talent Strategist: Technology, Personalization, and Human Connection

Why traditional recruiting is broken? Tim and Jess reveal bold strategies to redefine talent acquisition for lasting impact.

AI Colleagues, Personalization, and a CEO Rejecting the Return to Office

As HR leaders, the election might be behind us, but the real marathon begins now: navigating policy shifts, fostering empathetic conversations, and keeping it all together without breaking a sweat.

AI Colleagues, Personalization, and a CEO Rejecting the Return to Office

As HR leaders, the election might be behind us, but the real marathon begins now: navigating policy shifts, fostering empathetic conversations, and keeping it all together without breaking a sweat.

The Future of HR: Personalization, AI, and Human-Centered Workplaces

Is HR’s One-Size-Fits-All Era Over? Anna Tavis on Why Personalization, AI, and Inclusivity Will Define the Future of Work.

The Future of HR: Personalization, AI, and Human-Centered Workplaces

Is HR’s One-Size-Fits-All Era Over? Anna Tavis on Why Personalization, AI, and Inclusivity Will Define the Future of Work.

How Will HR Adapt After Trump's Victory?

Donald Trump is back in the spotlight as he takes the presidency: What Does It Mean for HR?

How Will HR Adapt After Trump's Victory?

Donald Trump is back in the spotlight as he takes the presidency: What Does It Mean for HR?

From Cost Center to Business Function: The Power of Total Rewards in HR

David Turetsky unveils the future of total rewards—shifting HR from cost to value with personalized growth, engagement, and lasting impact.

From Cost Center to Business Function: The Power of Total Rewards in HR

David Turetsky unveils the future of total rewards—shifting HR from cost to value with personalized growth, engagement, and lasting impact.

People, Places, and Purpose: Phil Kirscher's Advice for HR’s Role in Shaping Tomorrow’s Workplace

Is HR ready for the future? Discover why social capital is key to thriving in hybrid work on Future Work with Phil Kirschner!

People, Places, and Purpose: Phil Kirscher's Advice for HR’s Role in Shaping Tomorrow’s Workplace

Is HR ready for the future? Discover why social capital is key to thriving in hybrid work on Future Work with Phil Kirschner!

Culture Guru Gustavo Razzetti: "HR Doesn't Control Culture. It's Its Godparent."

Today, Tim interviews world-renowned culture expert Gustavo Razzetti. Discover game-changing strategies for HR leaders to revolutionize workplace culture, master hybrid work, and harness AI for a competitive edge.

Culture Guru Gustavo Razzetti: "HR Doesn't Control Culture. It's Its Godparent."

5 Key Insights from the Charter Workplace Summit 2024

From AI to flexible work and the evolving role of leaders in empowering their employees to thrive, here are five key insights from this year's Charter Workplace Summit you need to craft a better future of work.

5 Key Insights from the Charter Workplace Summit 2024

Tim Reitsma: "HR's Critical Role in the Future of Work"

New Host, New Era! Tim Reitsma takes over Future Work Season 4—HR's role, AI, inclusion, and shaping the future!

Tim Reitsma: "HR's Critical Role in the Future of Work"

New Host, New Era! Tim Reitsma takes over Future Work Season 4—HR's role, AI, inclusion, and shaping the future!

Google, Microsoft, and Spotify Double Down on Hybrid Work

Are hybrid work policies the secret to happier, more loyal teams? See how top companies are leading the way!

Google, Microsoft, and Spotify Double Down on Hybrid Work

Are hybrid work policies the secret to happier, more loyal teams? See how top companies are leading the way!

Return to Office: What You Need To Know

A slew of companies, including Apple, Amazon, and Disney, recently announced return-to-office (RTO) mandates. Here’s why they don’t work, and what to do instead.

Return to Office: What You Need To Know

A slew of companies, including Apple, Amazon, and Disney, recently announced return-to-office (RTO) mandates. Here’s why they don’t work, and what to do instead.