Listen "IIP142 Distributed Work Experts: Lessons from NEI Electric Power Engineering"
Episode Synopsis
For this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we continue our Distributed Work Expert Series with someone (gasp!) outside of the tech industry! With this series, we’ve been highlighting some of the world’s leading experts who continue to map, innovate, and design how work looks from inside forward-thinking companies — designing a version of work that works for teams — regardless of where they choose to work. Our goal is to highlight distributed work leaders in companies to help forward-thinking leaders like you to: Navigate remote and hybrid work challenges with real-world examples Draw inspiration to find a distributed work model that is best suited for your teams Reimagine your workplaces with research-backed insights from experts at the forefront of the future of work conversation For this episode, we’re joined by Grayson Harris, flexible work and engagement partner at NEI Electric Power Engineering, who shares their journey as a flexibility-first company in an industry that’s not traditionally known for offering flexible work options. Grayson shares how NEI leaders have encouraged workplace innovation with their NEI Nomad Program, intentional in-person periods, and other data-driven frameworks and initiatives to attract top talent and encourage growth and productivity. 🎧 Tune in now to learn more about how global leaders like you are continuing to adapt in our ever-changing work landscape. #InclusiveDistributedWork #MulticulturalTeams #GlobalLeadership #NEIElectricPowerEngineering #InclusioninProgress TIMESTAMPS: [08:26] Why flexibility and innovation is important for transitioning your organization into a distributed work environment. [13:14] What is unique about the NEI Nomad Program and how connectivity is maintained through it. [14:52] How data drives the creation of distributed work frameworks and initiatives. [18:21] How to actively advocate for a flexible work environment at your own company. [22:00] Why inclusion is important when introducing flexible work best practices to your organization. LINKS: [email protected] www.inclusioninprogress.com/podcast www.linkedin.com/company/inclusion-in-progress Connect with Grayson through LinkedIn to learn more about his journey at NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc.. Learn more about Lessons learned: 1,000 days of distributed at Atlassian, as mentioned in our interview with Grayson. Want us to partner with you on building more inclusive distributed work? Get in touch to learn how we can tailor our services to your company’s DEI and remote work initiatives. Subscribe to the Inclusion in Progress Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to get notified when new episodes come out! Learn how to leave a review for the podcast.