Hybrid Work 2.0, No-Work Fridays, Job Search Level Up - Jan 21, 2025

Hey, Career Champ! Looks like hybrid work is sticking around, and it’s got more companies onboard than a viral TikTok dance! The real perks that matter: flexibility, talent retention, and yes, more pajama days… Let’s explore this further!

On the agenda: 

🚆 Hybrid Work 2.0: Why more companies are jumping on board.

⏫ Job Search Level Up: With a handy resume kit.

😜 No-Work Fridays: A trend from WFH crowds.

SPOTLIGHT 

Hybrid Work 2.0: Why More Companies Are Jumping on Board

2 in 3 leaders report that their companies use a hybrid model. Companies have been doubling down on flexible work models to meet the evolving needs of employees and employers. In 2025, that’s set to continue… But what’s driving this shift, and what can you learn from it?

✨Innovations Shaping Hybrid Work:

1. Flexibility with Structure: Companies like Google and Salesforce are adopting “flex hours” where employees choose their in-office days, boosting collaboration and autonomy.

2. Remote-First Tech: Platforms like Microsoft Teams and Zoom continue to innovate and grow in popularity, making virtual collaboration seamless.

3. Wellness-Focused Work: Hybrid policies of late prioritize mental health, offering perks like wellness stipends and “focus Fridays.”

📊 Why It’s Happening: Employees demand better work-life balance, so much so that 3 in 4 say flexible working is more important to them than a pay rise (source: People Management). Simultaneously, employers benefit from increased productivity and reduced office overheads. As a result, companies embracing hybrid are more competitive in hiring top talent.

💡 Example Employers:

• Airbnb went remote-first, seeing record-high employee satisfaction.

• Spotify introduced its "Work From Anywhere" policy, allowing employees to thrive in their preferred environment.

• Atlassian rolled out a "Team Anywhere" model allowing employees to work remotely with no mandated office days, supported by connection hubs to enhance collaboration.

• HubSpot gives three flexible work options — @home, @office, and @flex —catering to personal productivity and work-life balance.

As hybrid work evolves, the job market is favoring remote-ready professionals. Flexibility isn’t just a perk anymore — it’s the future.

Learn how to find hybrid or remote work using this guide:

TUESDAY’S STEAL

Level Up Your Job Search With a Resume Kit

Whether you're a fresh graduate or a seasoned professional, our expertly designed Resume Bundle Kits of templates, matching cover letters and guides will help you are noticed by hiring managers.

🌟 What’s Included?

• Professionally Designed Resumes: Eye-catching layouts tailored for every career stage.

• Cover Letter Templates: Customizable letters that have a lasting impression.

• CV & LinkedIn Profile Guidance: Expert tips to optimize your online presence.

Valid until Jan 23, midnight — so don’t wait to level up your career!

TOGETHER WITH 1440 MEDIA

Seeking impartial news? Meet 1440.

Every day, 3.5 million readers turn to 1440 for their factual news. We sift through 100+ sources to bring you a complete summary of politics, global events, business, and culture, all in a brief 5-minute email. Enjoy an impartial news experience.

Join for free today!

NEWS THAT MATTERS

🔶 No-Work Fridays: New Trend From Work From Home Crowds

No-work Fridays are a recent trend from the work from home crowd, in a rebellion against the push to urge workers back in the office more often. [Fox 10 Phoenix]

🔶 Nine out of 10 Gen Z and Millennials Say ‘Workplace Cheating’ Is Acceptable

Gen Z and millennial employees aren’t against taking liberties with their work hours, with more than half admitting to taking a “quiet vacation” in the past year. [Fortune]

🔶 Generational Bias is Tearing the Workplace Apart

The clash of generational perspectives risks turning workplaces into battlegrounds of ‘us versus them’ instead of fostering cultures of collaboration and creativity. [Fast Company]

CAREER ADVICE

How to Include References within Your Résumé (Examples)

Whether you’ve set out to write your first résumé or you’re updating your existing one for an exciting opening that has come your way, I’m sure you agree that writing a résumé is no walk in a park. It’s more like an obstacle course in the jungle.

From writing your career summary to listing your most relevant experience in your employment history (in reverse chronological, of course), it’s just one difficult section after the next, and you finally feel relief when you reach the references section. Trouble is: it’s just as tricky as its predecessors.

But not to worry! In this complete guide, we’ll walk you through the dos and don’ts of including references within your résumé, when you should list them separately, and whether employers even contact references. Plus, you’ll find a couple of examples for inspiration.

BREAKROOM

Before you go, make sure to share this career wisdom with other driven professionals! Simply hit that forward button, or share this edition.

Created with care by the CareerAddict team.