Show Notes
Is the recent strident opposition to working from home driven by real performance data — or by outdated management egos?
As some organisations begin to reverse their confrontational stance on remote work, the question remains: should we sit back and see what happens, or step up and lead by prioritising staff well-being and evidence-based policy?
In this second interview, Professor David Hensher calls for a broader, more balanced approach to evaluating staff performance — one that focuses on outcomes, not just outputs.
📽️ Catch up on the first interview, recorded a few months ago, which explores the foundational research behind work-from-home strategies:
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