Blogs by tag - remote working · Brook Street

Podcast: Embracing the hybrid era: Navigating work models in the UK's evolving workspace
12 days ago by Daniel Stack
Across the country, industries are rapidly shifting towards hybrid work models. However, orchestrating this transition seamlessly requires a deep understanding of the legal ramifications, effective policy formulation and balanced, compassionate management.Step into the world of hybrid workspaces with a fortified mindset. The Big Question Podcast presents the thought-provoki...
Virtual contact centres and remote working: A winning combination...
8 months ago by Daniel Stack
Remote work has become the new norm for many of us. Our latest MEOS report, anticipates that the demand for talent in the communication services industry will continue to increase as contact centres continue to adopt a remote working model. With an increase in staffing levels, needs have changed for the CC&CS industry, where 24/7 service availability is expected and work pa...
Managing a Remote Workforce: One Year On
over 2 years ago by Daniel Stack
One year on from the first UK lockdown, Leigh Passingham, Brand Lead and Operations Director at Brook Street, James Levey, Compliance Director at ManpowerGroup and Leanne Winter, HR Manager at ManpowerGroup discussed: Out of sight but not out of mind: the changes in dynamics between managers and their teams. Putting the Human back into HR: How the health, economic an...
Remote Work is Here to Stay. Is Your Business Remote-Ready?
almost 3 years ago by Daniel Stack
Much has been said about the impact the Covid-19 pandemic has had on today’s workplace. Not long ago, being trusted and provided with the equipment necessary to work at home was viewed as a fringe benefit by many companies. Now, remote working has become the new normal. This new reality is reshaping how organisations think about optimising their workforces. Now that it ...
Starting a new job remotely
over 3 years ago by Daniel Stack
When you're starting a new role, your typical first day might consist of meeting with your new manager, picking up your equipment, trying to learn the names of your co-workers, and working out where the post room, toilets and printers are. But what if your new job is remote? How will you get to know your colleagues, get up to speed on your role, or know who to contact when y...
Essential tips for successful remote working
over 3 years ago
In recent weeks many companies have taken the step of requiring some or all of their employees to work from home. For many, this is a change to their working arrangements they may be unprepared for. While working remotely does provide advantages such as saving time and money by eliminating commuting, it can also increase stress levels if the right managing techniques aren...