Workplace Evolution – We go back to the 1990s!

In this episode, Alison Bell and Jen Brown introduce their new series titled "Workplace Evolution." The series delves into how workplaces have transformed over the past decades, fuelled by personal insights from Alison and Jen's overlapping yet distinct experiences working at a significant employer in Stirling during the early '90s.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Shared Workplace Histories

• Discovering they worked at the same place during the early '90s.
•  Differences and similarities in their experiences and perceptions of the workplace.

2. Work Environment Then vs. Now:

• The structure and hierarchy within the workplace, including formal dress codes and strict schedules.
• Changes in work times and the reactions these adjustments provoked among employees.

3. Social Aspects and Impact:

• The importance of social interactions at work.
• How these interactions formed long-lasting friendships and influenced their work experiences.

4. Evolution of Workplace Structures:

• Transition from highly regimented environments to more flexible and open work settings.
• Reflections on the rigid hierarchies and their impact on personal and professional growth.

5. Modern Work Dynamics:

• The shift towards recognising and valuing employee autonomy, creativity, and input.
• Comparisons between past and present management styles, with an emphasis on the increasing demand for respectful and supportive leadership.

6. Technology's Role in Transforming Workplaces:

• The dramatic changes brought about by technology from the '90s to now.
• How advancements have enabled more flexible work arrangements, especially highlighted during the pandemic. 

Special Mentions:

   - An article from Harvard Business Review, "Structure that's not stifling," https://hbr.org/2018/05/structure-thats-not-stifling

 and Dan Pink's theory of motivation emphasising autonomy, mastery, and purpose.https://www.danpink.com/books/drive/

Closing Thoughts:

• How our experiences reflect broader changes in workplace culture and practices.
• The ongoing need for adaptive and thoughtful management that meets the modern expectations of a diverse workforce.

Contact Information:

Alison Bell of Bell HR: https://www.bellhrconsulting.co.uk or on linked in https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-bell-a726a824/

Jen Brown: J7 Evolve Limited, Home - J7 Evolve and connect on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/j7evolve.

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Join Alison and Jen next time as they continue to explore how workplaces are evolving and what that means for both employees and employers in the current era.

Contact Information:

Alison Bell of Bell HR: https://www.bellhrconsulting.co.uk or on linked in https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-bell-a726a824/

Jen Brown: J7 Evolve Limited, Home - J7 Evolve and connect on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/j7evolve.