Are you still looking for your “new normal”? It’s not coming anytime soon, explains Brian Elliott, Executive Leader of Future Forum, SVP at Slack, and author of How the Future Works. The good news? We’re going to keep getting better – constantly evolving, rather than settling into the status quo. In this episode, Brian shares research-backed insights from how to most effectively change company practices to build relationships in a digital-first environment. He leaves you with ideas to ponder and practices to try with your own teams. Join us as we discuss: [03:00] Leading flexible teams and building in-person connections [11:30] Managing change collaboratively [17:30] Effective ways to build trust [23:30] Innovations that improve the way we work [28:00] Taking an apolitical stance as a company [33:00] Driving initiatives as a team [36:30] Best practices for leading distributed teams [45:30] Tactics for creating margins for your team For the entire interview, follow HR Superstars on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Stitcher. Or tune in at 15Five.com/podcast. Original podcast track produced by Entheo. This episode is brought to you by 15Five's Manager Accelerator Program™, where certified in-house coaches teach skills like how to have more regular, effective conversations, how to leverage employee strengths, and how to motivate and inspire teams. Looking to reduce turnover, improve succession planning, and grow your top talent? Choose from online, live, and hybrid training options at https://www.15five.com/products/manager-training. Unlock the power of flexible work with Brian's practical “how-to” guide: How The Future Works.  Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you, join the HR Superstars Community at community.15five.com! Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.*