In this episode of What the F is Happening to the Office?, host Bob Fox talks with Brian Elliott — CEO of WorkForward, senior advisor with BCG, bestselling author of How the Future Works, and publisher of the Flex Index.

The workplace is changing – fast. Hybrid work, distributed teams, AI, culture, leadership, collaboration, flexibility, and the role of the physical office are all in flux. So what does the future of work really look like?

With experience at Slack, Google, and leading one of the most influential workplace research programs of the pandemic era, Brian brings real data, practical insight, and a grounded perspective on how organizations must evolve.

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Main Takeaways 

  • Why the workplace conversation is bigger than “remote vs. hybrid”

  • The mindset shift leaders need to navigate change

  • Flexibility, talent strategy, and organizational performance

  • Workplace design trends and the role of technology

  • AI and automation in workplace experience and operations

  • How companies are using workplace strategy as a leadership tool

  • What the Flex Index reveals about real policy vs. headlines

  • The future of office space, culture, engagement, and employee experience

Credits:

  • Created & Directed By Bob Fox

  • Produced By Work Design Studios

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