Build it and they will come: An ideal workspace for the future

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Share this email Share this email on LinkedIn   Share this email on Twitter   Share this email on Facebook   AN ARTICLE A DAY, PICKED BY OUR EDITORS   Edited by Emily Adeyanju   Digital Editor, Charlotte For many companies, getting employees back into the office has been a challenge. Employees want in-person connectivity—younger folks, especially—but they want flexibility at the same time. And the commute can be—well, daunting. So how can leaders make it worth their employees' while? Thinking hard about the purpose and design of their office, for starters. Check out the most recent episode of the McKinsey Talks Talent podcast with McKinsey talent leaders Bryan Hancock, Bill Schaninger, and real estate expert Phil Kirschner to hear about how employers can create a workspace that's fit for a hybrid future. The office of the future: A whole new (floor) plan Revisiting your talent strategy for a hybrid world? Think hard about the purpose and design of your office space. Embrace change   Quote of the day "Promoting career advancement of frontline employees is an important way that employers can reduce gender, racial, and skill-biased inequalities as well as contribute to a more sustainable, inclusive, and growing economy." —Explore how to improve opportunities for frontline workers in "Bridging the advancement gap: What frontline employees want—and what employers think they want" Chart of the day See today's chart ALSO NEW The rise of the chief medical officer in consumer-facing companies This role expanded during the pandemic to encompass many facets of health and well-being. Now companies must clearly define its responsibilities to support business strategy. Get aligned   Debugging the software talent gap in aerospace and defense As aerospace and defense players accelerate their mission to transition from hardware to software, we see four talent imperatives. Rethink value   Bridging the advancement gap: What frontline employees want—and what employers think they want Improving opportunities for low-wage hourly employees to advance their careers can raise US workforce skill levels and give a powerful boost to inclusion. Build a resilient workforce   Follow our thinking Share these insights Did you enjoy this newsletter? Forward it to colleagues and friends so they can subscribe too. Was this issue forwarded to you? Sign up for it and sample our 40+ other free email subscriptions here. This email contains information about McKinsey’s research, insights, services, or events. By opening our emails or clicking on links, you agree to our use of cookies and web tracking technology. For more information on how we use and protect your information, please review our privacy policy. You received this email because you subscribed to the Daily Read newsletter. Manage subscriptions | Unsubscribe Copyright © 2022 | McKinsey & Company, 3 World Trade Center, 175 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007