Tips for a Successful Hybrid Workplace

1. Offer a simple hybrid or flexible workplace policy that could include:
   • How hybrid work ties in with the vision or mission of the organization.
   • How your leadership leads on hybrid work.
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   • An employee agreement, that can be renegotiated on a regular basis. The more flexible, the easier it is to stick to!
2. Training offered or clearly accessible on hybrid work for all levels of the organization.
3. Organization-wide best practices on hybrid work productivity, team building, collaboration, and tools to use.
4. Flexibility in where and when an employee works. Hybrid can be standard in office days, remote work from home, or the ability to adopt flex schedules.
5. Equity in how the hybrid policy applies; strive to allow everyone the same flexibility. For jobs that are required to be in person, get creative in finding an equitable solution. For example, consider trainings at home or vary the work hours based on weather or daylight for outdoor employees. 
6. We encourage aggregating administrative work so that in-person employees can telework when possible. 
7. On days employees do come into the office, encourage sustainable commute options (carpooling, riding the bus, biking, walking, etc.). 
8. Standard office kit that works for home or office (laptop, mobile phone, monitors etc.). Provide ergonomic tips for setting up workstations, as well as safety and accident reporting information.
9. Create hybrid meeting spaces in your office, with capabilities to equitably include remote participants. 
10. And remember to promote a clear message: "In this organization, we respect and trust our employees. Remote and hybrid work are the standard, not a privilege."