The Evolution of Remote & Flexible Working Practices Host: Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Gemma Dale, HR Leader In this podcast interview Mervyn talks with Gemma Dale, an experienced HR Director, academic researcher and published author on remote and flexible working, about some of the latest research, insights, data and thinking on the future of remote & flexible working practices.  During the conversation they discuss: - Why Gen Z and newer graduates are ruling out non-hybrid roles - Attrition rates amongst businesses that don't offer flexible and hybrid arrangements - What is Organisational Nostalgia and is there a stigma around flexible work? - Are large companies that mandate a return to physical workplaces starting a trend, or going out on a limb? - What the research tells us about the relationship between mental health and remote/flexible working - Flexibility for the frontline workforce Thanks for listening! Remember to subscribe to all of the HR Happy Hour Media Network shows on your favorite podcast app!