Show notes
In this episode, Molly Johnson-Jones, CEO and co-founder of Flexa, discusses the importance of flexible working and the challenges faced by both employees and employers.
Flexa serves as an employer brand platform, helping companies showcase their working environments, EVP, and culture to attract and retain top talent.
Key takeaways:
- Flexible working is a non-negotiable for a growing number of employees, with 87% of the global office population seeking some form of flexibility.
- Trust and transparency are crucial in the hiring process, and Flexa verifies companies to ensure that their claims about flexibility are accurate. Transparency and trust are crucial in creating a positive work environment.
- Implementing flexible working policies requires addressing challenges such as policy creation, distributed team management, and managing expectations.
- Managers play a vital role in effectively leading remote teams and should receive support and training in this area.
- Adopting a skills-based approach in hiring allows for greater flexibility and diversity in talent acquisition.
- Building a personal brand on LinkedIn can be a powerful tool for employer branding and lead generation.
