Transforming the Workplace Experience (with Corinne Murray, Founder and CEO of Agate)

Welcome to another episode of our Future Work podcast with your host, Daan van Rossum. In this episode, we have a special guest, Corinne Murray, the Founder and CEO of Agate. Agate is a strategic consulting studio that shepherds companies as they undergo major organizational transformations around how, where, and when work gets done successfully in the post-COVID era.Corinne has an extensive background in Workplace and Real Estate, having worked across various sectors, including occupiers, consultants, landlords, and service providers. Her ultimate goal is to create sustainable and beneficial relationships between people and their workplaces.Throughout the episode, Corinne shares her valuable insights on transforming the workplace experience, including:The shift from defining the workplace as just a physical location to a broader concept that includes the entire digital ecosystem where work is done.Organizations need to think about designing the workplace with intention and user experience in mind, similar to any other consumer product or service.The importance of both in-person and virtual interactions and the need to strengthen weak ties.The return-to-office trend and the need for organizations to focus on activities that are best supported by physical presence.The friction between online meetings and the lack of suitable spaces in the office leads to frustration among employees.The importance of conducting an audit of existing work environments and involving employees in identifying challenges and areas for improvement.The need for organizations to address universal frustrations and solutions in a people-centered manner.Corinne's expertise and passion for creating meaningful workplace experiences shine through in this episode, and her insights undoubtedly provide valuable guidance for organizations navigating the changing landscape of work.Connect with Corinne Murray on LinkedIn.