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HBR Guide to Managing Flexible Work
- Narrated by: Mike Lenz, Rachel Perry
- Length: 3 hrs and 48 mins
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The nine-to-five office routine no longer exists. Many employees have the option to work anywhere, any time. But how do you find the flexible arrangement that's right for you? And how do you manage a team when they're all working in different places and on different schedules?
The HBR Guide to Managing Flexible Work has the answers. Filled with tips, advice, and examples, this book helps individual contributors and managers alike assess the trade-offs that come with flexible work options, advocate for the arrangement that works for them, and remain productive and connected to team members at the same time. You'll learn to:
- Identify key job responsibilities and when and where each one can be done.
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- Stay connected and visible, no matter when or where you work.
Arm yourself with the advice you need to succeed on the job, with the most trusted brand in business. Packed with how-to essentials from leading experts, the HBR Guides provide smart answers to your most pressing work challenges.