From leadership gaps to communication barriers to unclear expectations — companies are missing opportunities to find a distributed work model that works best for their teams.

On this episode of the Inclusion in Progress podcast, we discuss what is standing in the way of making distributed work models effective, why the debate should move beyond remote vs. RTO (return-to-office), and what leaders like you can do to unlock the true potential of distributed work in 2025 and beyond.

To discover more actionable insights on building effective distributed work models that address key challenges and support both business outcomes and employee well-being, supplement your listening by downloading our Distributed Work Model E-Book. It’s packed with actionable insights to help:

• Build clear, intentional work models that improve productivity.

• Reduce inefficiencies and turnover, boosting your bottom line.

• Position your company as a leader in inclusive, globally distributed teams.

And if you want to learn more, we’re partnering with clients using our Inclusive Distributed Work™ framework this year — all you have to do is reach out to us at info@inclusioninprogress.com.

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info@inclusioninprogress.com

www.inclusioninprogress.com/podcast

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Download our Distributed Work Models E-Book to learn how to find the distributed work model that enables your teams to perform at their best.

Review our previous discussion on IIP096: The Hidden Biases of Hybrid Work.

Learn more about Global Workplace Analytics' study on the Costs of Distributed Work.

Check out Mark Ma and his team's full paper discussing the Return to Office Mandates and Brain Drain.

Want us to partner with you on building more inclusive distributed work? Get in touch to learn how we can tailor our services to your company’s DEI and remote work initiatives.

Read our Forbes features on Ways to Support Employee Mental Wellbeing, What Self Care Looks Like For Us, and How to Create Effective Online Diversity Training.

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