Revolutionizing Work: Psychology's Role in Shaping the Future

In this episode of PsyberSpace, host Leslie Poston digs into the psychology and future of work. The discussion highlights the benefits of remote and flexible work, shorter work weeks, universal basic income, and the importance of rest in creating healthy and productive work environments. Leslie explains how outdated work models are being challenged by new data and psychological insights, emphasizing that autonomy, flexibility, and psychological safety are key to higher productivity and well-being. The episode also critiques the motivations behind return-to-office mandates and the misuse of AI for layoffs, advocating for a shift toward work models that prioritize human flourishing.

00:00 Introduction: The Future of Work
01:02 The Benefits of Remote Work
03:00 The Push for Office Return
06:37 AI and Workforce Changes
08:24 The Four-Day Work Week
10:56 Universal Basic Income Experiments
13:13 The Importance of Rest
18:16 Psychological Safety and Team Dynamics
20:50 Rethinking Work Structures
23:12 Conclusion: Life First, Work Second

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