Future Work: Embracing Global Talent and Hybrid Offices
By Kraig Kleeman
“Steering Bloomfilter through the remote work revolution is a bit like commanding a vessel in uncharted waters—exciting, unpredictable, and full of opportunities to fish for the finest talent in the global pond.” – Erik Severinghaus, Founder and CEO
Introduction
As the person leading at Bloomfilter, I have closely watched how remote work has been evolving. Let’s take a moment to discuss what is happening now, the interesting trends that are changing our work habits, and where all this might be going in the future.
What’s Going On with Remote Work Now?
Alright, so working from home is not just a temporary solution anymore—it’s now a regular way we do our jobs. Companies are realizing that this can really help them save money and make their staff happier and more productive. Plus, with very good technology like cloud services and improved security systems, working from anywhere does not only seem possible—it seems correct.
So, What’s New?
Let me say, mixing home and office setup is really popular now. Hybrid work models are becoming very common. Imagine this: some days, you work hard in your home office (just a quick walk from the bed!), and other days, you are meeting with your team in person at the downtown office. It’s about finding that sweet spot.
And consider this—the entire world is now your talent pool. Companies do not have to limit themselves to hiring people who can come into the office each day. This means more variety and some new viewpoints that can really mix things up in creative ways.
The Latest Gizmos and Gadgets
We see many new tech things making remote work easier. For example, there are virtual reality setups that make you feel like you are in the same room as your team, even if everyone is far away in different places around the world. And AI is not just about robots doing everything—in the present, it includes clever software that supports managers in monitoring projects without having to check on them all the time.
Predictions for the Road Ahead
Here’s my opinion: remote work will become more popular and improved. There is less traveling to workplaces, which benefits the environment, and we might even see a shift towards working only four days a week because honestly, that is something everyone wishes for.
Companies probably continue pushing for an arrangement that respects our need to balance life and work. Maybe more people choose to live in places where they feel happiest, not just near the office. And businesses? They need to adapt by providing greater flexibility to draw in the best talent.
Just Some Thoughts to Wrap Up
The remote work environment is always changing, and being involved in it feels very exciting. At Bloomfilter, we focus on creating technology that not only meets today’s remote work requirements but also prepares for the challenges of the future. We are together in this—changing not only the way we do work, but also thinking again about why and where we work.
It is very exciting to be in the remote work world now. Each day brings new things, and I am eager to see where we all will go next. Let’s keep pushing the boundaries, shall we?
About Erik Severinghaus
Erik Severinghaus is a highly successful entrepreneur, author, and mountaineer. If his accomplishments and aspirations were to draw inspiration from natural icons, he could be described as a fusion of Mark Zuckerberg’s visionary approach to business and Tony Stark’s electrifying approach to saving humanity. He possesses keen business acumen and a flair for captivating customers, investors, and marketing partners.
Erik’s entrepreneurial spirit is boundless, as evidenced by his track record of founding, operating and exiting multiple ventures that have created a combined $600M in value. Erik’s investment skills are striking. He was a founding investor in Hyde Park Angels which recently helped ShipBob achieve unicorn status. He raised $6M startup capital for his newest venture, Bloomfilter, which is growing by triple digits, quarter over quarter.
As an endurance athlete, Erik has conquered some of the world’s tallest peaks, including Mt. Everest in 2018. In his public appearances, Erik is quick to discuss that learning to navigate through the valleys in his business life is what has led him to properly navigate the victories.