126 - New Future of Work: Meeting and collaborating in a remote and hybrid world with Jaime Teevan and Abigail Sellen

Join Microsoft Chief Scientist, Jaime Teevan, and Abigail Sellen, Deputy Lab Director at Microsoft Research Cambridge in the United Kingdom, as they delve into the new world of hybrid work in this episode of The New Future of Work series. The COVID-19 pandemic served as a call to action for Microsoft, prompting The New Future of Work initiative, which brought together teams of experts to reimagine work practices and develop product features aimed at supporting remote work.

In this episode, Teevan and Sellen explore the dynamics of meetings and collaborations in the context of remote work, delving into the importance of strong and weak networking ties for employee and company success. They also address the issue of video fatigue and present ways in which remote meetings can offer an advantage. The New Future of Work series provides valuable insights into the world of hybrid work and offers guidance for companies and employees as they navigate this new landscape.

Listen to the full episode on Spotify.