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Does it Even Matter? Understanding the Significance of Remote Work
(1 SHRM PDC and 1 HRCI General)
In the era of rapidly evolving work dynamics, the question arises: Does remote work truly matter? This presentation delves into the core reasons why remote work holds paramount importance in today's professional landscape.
Remote work matters profoundly for numerous compelling reasons. Firstly, it champions unparalleled flexibility, empowering individuals to strike a harmonious balance between professional commitments and personal endeavors, thereby nurturing holistic well-being and job satisfaction. Secondly, it transcends geographical barriers, enabling organizations to tap into a global talent pool, fostering innovation and diversity in the workforce. Thirdly, remote work presents a pathway to substantial cost savings for businesses, not only through reduced overheads but also by fostering enhanced productivity and operational efficiency.
Furthermore, remote work champions environmental sustainability by curbing carbon emissions associated with traditional commuting practices, aligning with corporate social responsibility initiatives. Additionally, it cultivates a culture of heightened productivity and performance by mitigating common workplace distractions and providing an environment conducive to focus and innovation. Moreover, remote work bolsters business resilience, equipping organizations with the flexibility to navigate unforeseen disruptions while ensuring continuity and adaptability.
The significance and importance of remote work extends far beyond mere convenience; it embodies a pivotal shift towards a more flexible, inclusive, and sustainable future of work. By embracing remote work, businesses can unlock a myriad of benefits, including heightened employee satisfaction, access to a diverse talent pool, cost optimization, and fortified resilience. The presentation "Does it Even Matter?" invites stakeholders to recognize and embrace the transformative potential of remote work, paving the way for a more agile and equitable professional landscape.
Inspire Greatness: How Excellent Leaders Bring Out the Best In Others
(1 SHRM PDC and 1 HRCI Ethics)
In this keynote, acclaimed author Matt Tenney will introduce a powerful approach to ethics and leadership development based on lessons learned from extensive research, consulting with hundreds of organizations, and his personal journey of going from prisoner, to monk, to social entrepreneur. Through inspiring stories and case studies, combined with compelling research, you will learn the following: How to improve ethical behavior in an organization by aligning ethics with success and fulfillment instead of compliance How to leverage core values to inspire ethical behavior instead of relying on policies How to identify the early warning signs that you or others may engage in unethical behavior How to mitigate common causes of unethical behavior How to apply a simple, 4-step process that any leader can follow to reduce the likelihood of unethical behavior by more consistently meeting the needs employees have for thriving at work and away from work You’ll also walk away with a practical path to realizing deep meaning and fulfillment in your work as a leader, and be inspired to make a positive impact on the lives of the people around you.
About the Speakers:
Katie Christensen is a Regional Program Coordinator for the Remote Online Initiative at Utah State University. Katie has a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Master of Fine Arts in Art Administration both from Southern Utah University. Before joining the ROI team, she worked for organizations like the Utah Shakespeare Festival, the Arizona Theater Company, the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce, Southern Utah University and is a professional photographer. When she isn’t working, Katie enjoys binge watching shows, getting lost in fantasy books, cooking, crocheting, and maintaining favorite Aunt status to her 16 nieces and nephews. She just recently relocated to Iron County with her husband of almost 18 years Cameron and their two dogs, Sookie and Wrigley.
Matt Tenney envisions a world in which all leaders and workplace cultures consistently make a positive impact on the wellbeing and growth of team members.
He is the author of three leadership books, including Inspire Greatness: How to Motivate Employees with a Simple, Repeatable, Scalable Process, and his inspiring TED talk has been viewed over 1 million times.
Since 2014, Matt has delivered programs that help develop world-class leaders, who improve engagement, retention, and performance, to hundreds of clients, including companies like Salesforce, T. Rowe Price, Roche, Marriott, Keller Williams, United Airlines, L’Oreal, Canon and Signet Jewelers.
