Rudi Bauer & Gina Schinkel

Beyond the 9–5: Designing Work Around Humans

What if your office was a tool for intentional gatherings, not a daily requirement?

Beyond the 9–5: Designing Work Around Humans
#1about 3 minutes

The strategic evolution of HR beyond traditional functions

HR's role has shifted from administrative tasks like payroll to a strategic, human-centric function with a seat at the C-suite.

#2about 2 minutes

Deconstructing the corporate push for returning to the office

The trend of bringing employees back to the office is often driven by a desire for old habits and a lack of trust, not proven productivity gains.

#3about 5 minutes

Building a strong culture with remote work and offsites

Remote work fosters innovation and global community, while intentional in-person offsites and redesigned offices fulfill the need for collaboration.

#4about 3 minutes

How small companies can win talent with remote work

Offering remote flexibility allows smaller companies to access a global talent pool and attract more diverse candidates, including women in tech.

#5about 2 minutes

Shifting from management to coaching in remote leadership

Effective remote leadership requires a shift from traditional managing to a coaching approach focused on emotional intelligence, empowerment, and guidance.

#6about 6 minutes

Navigating the complexities of individual remote work policies

Companies must address the challenge of creating fair and inclusive policies that accommodate individual needs, family situations, and international legal complexities like visas.

#7about 4 minutes

Why digitalization is the backbone of successful remote work

A fully digital infrastructure with centralized documentation is essential for remote operations to scale effectively, a challenge many larger companies face.

#8about 3 minutes

Defining the core principles of a human-centric workplace

A truly human-centric workplace is defined by employee autonomy and trust, enabling people to thrive personally and professionally regardless of location.

#9about 4 minutes

Moving beyond salary to holistic employee compensation

In today's market, employees increasingly value mission-driven work, career growth opportunities, and job security alongside traditional monetary compensation.

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