Work from Anywhere: A Haworth Connect Podcast

Haworth, Inc.

Explore the world of work, space, design, and all the ways we get things done—in the office, at home, and just about anywhere else. Listen in on engaging, topical conversations with inspiring, knowledgeable guests and gain insights for today’s workplace and the future of work.

Episodes

  1. 11/10/2023

    E8 Organizational Culture: People + Brand + Space

    When a unified environment supports organizational culture, facilities are a transformational asset. Haworth’s Kurt Vander Schuur invites entrepreneurs who are reimagining a vertical industry to talk about their journey. Hear how a new headquarters manifests a differentiated brand and startup mentality. Organizational growth is possible when people come together to work across disciplines and have spaces that support them. Guests: Alex Lemmen, CEO, and Ryan Essenburg, President and CIO of Tommy’s Express Car Wash, one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing car wash companies Host: Kurt Vander Schuur, Haworth Global Brand Director

    15 min

  2. 10/27/2023

    E7 Organizational Culture: Translating Freedom Into the Workplace

    Designing space is about hosting talent and governing occupancy. Being adaptable and honoring the people in your organization helps retain talent and improve your bottom line. Haworth’s Christine Gritter explores a wide range of design topics with podcaster Amy Devers, including comfort, texture, choice, and individual control over office workspaces. Learn how to help employees feel their best and do their best work within an office space. Guest: Amy Devers, Host and Creator of Design Podcast Clever   Host: Christine Gritter, Haworth Corporate Marketing and Content Manager

    24 min

  3. 10/15/2023

    E6 Organizational Culture: Innovation, Mentoring, and Meaningfulness

    There’s a positive tension between culture, competencies, and communities in the workplace that leads to positive outcomes. Haworth’s Kurt Vander Schuur chats with thought leader, author, and Professor Jeff DeGraff about what drives innovation among four culture modes. With real-world examples, Jeff explores the “blurred line” between work and private life, office and home, and the implications for keeping culture alive, instilling values and mentoring based on generational expectations. The impetus? Making work meaningful for the most valuable asset—your people. Guest: Jeff DeGraff, University of Michigan Professor, advisor to Fortune 500 companies, author and thought leader on building innovation, culture, and creativity. Host: Kurt VanderSchuur, Haworth Global Brand Director

    19 min

  4. 09/27/2023

    E5 Organizational Culture: Elevating the Human Experience at Work

    Leaders are looking for the right balance between a hybrid, flexible approach that draws people into the office to work and the utilization of space. Haworth’s Christine Gritter explores the needs of people and the organization with senior workplace strategist John Scott. Gain valuable takeaways from their discussion around culture as the foundation to decision-making, and why four competing, specific culture types must all exist for success. Based on various motivations for working in the office, the translation between human experiences and physical spaces is imperative.

    22 min
  5. E4 The Future of Work: A Hospitality Mindset for the Hybrid Office Hub

    03/20/2023

    E4 The Future of Work: A Hospitality Mindset for the Hybrid Office Hub

    Hybrid work is not going away—but neither is the office. Many of us who worked remotely for a couple of years are discovering that there are a lot of things we’ve missed about being in the office: Connections made through chance run-ins with colleagues, creativity generated from team collaboration, and the simple camaraderie of gathering in a place where we can share knowledge and experiences. In this episode hosted by Haworth’s Christine Gritter, Marriott International’s Stacey Cohen shares the story of her company’s new headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland. Find out how the space embraces hybrid work with a hospitality mindset to create an office hub where people want to be.

    19 min
  6. E3 The Future of Work: What People Want from the Workplace

    03/20/2023

    E3 The Future of Work: What People Want from the Workplace

    We all know the workplace and the ways we work have changed drastically in the past few years. Remote and hybrid work have become far more prevalent than ever, not to mention an expectation of the global workforce. Haworth’s Kurt Vander Schuur and Marta Wassenaar discuss the future of work and how the role of the office has changed. Find out what our research shows people need, want, and expect from the workplace as we head into the future.

    13 min
  7. E2 The Future of Work: Inclusive Design

    02/20/2023

    E2 The Future of Work: Inclusive Design

    A web search for “inclusive design” will turn up at least a dozen different definitions. But for physical environments, inclusive design is about making spaces healthier, safer, and more convenient for everyone. Building and ADA codes only get us partway there. In this conversation with Haworth’s John Scott, Gail Napell of Gensler’s San Francisco office shares why—especially now—inclusive design is so important in the workplace; how it differs from universal design; and why clarity, choice, and empathy for all are its key drivers.

    23 min
  8. E1 The Future of Work: What Really Attracts and Retains Good People?

    02/20/2023

    E1 The Future of Work: What Really Attracts and Retains Good People?

    There has been a lot of talk about the draw of “flexibility” when it comes to work, but it’s not always about schedules and remote work. Flexibility today comes from culture, leadership, empowerment, and the entire work experience. Haworth’s Christine Gritter chats with workplace culture expert Eric Termuende, to compare notes and share insights on the future of work. Find out what really attracts and retains good people and discover the culture shifts that are bringing them back into the workplace for connection and collaboration.

    15 min
  9. Work from Anywhere: A Haworth Connect Podcast

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    Work from Anywhere: A Haworth Connect Podcast

    Explore the world of work, space, design, and all the ways we get things done—in the office, at home, and just about anywhere else. Listen in on engaging, topical conversations with inspiring, knowledgeable guests and gain insights for today’s workplace and the future of work.

    1 min

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Explore the world of work, space, design, and all the ways we get things done—in the office, at home, and just about anywhere else. Listen in on engaging, topical conversations with inspiring, knowledgeable guests and gain insights for today’s workplace and the future of work.

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