Hybrid Work Revolution: What Teams are Facing and Leaders are Missing

In the wake of the global shift toward hybrid work arrangements, businesses and organisations are facing unprecedented challenges. Hybrid Work Revolution offers a comprehensive exploration of the changing landscape of work in the 21st century, focusing on the experiences of teams and the critical insights leaders may be overlooking. 

The book is organised into three easily-digestible big bites. The first delves into the challenges of communicating with team members who are spread out across multiple locations, or worse still, in different time zones and countries. This section offers a perspective on how we can reimagine the workplace, leverage technology effectively, and enhance collaboration among our team members.

The second investigates the paradox for leaders to invest time to build close relationships, while giving team members enough personal space. The chapters here deliberate how leaders can establish trust, build psychological safety, and explore the factors that accelerates relationships in a hybrid work environment.

The last section takes a fresh look at the tracking of performance in a hybrid workplace, and explores some paradigms that will encourage a learning culture and drive employee engagement.

Praise for the book

“Weixi’s thoughtful use of stories, reflections, pro-tips, and ‘try it out’ makes this book a highly practical and reader-friendly resource. A must-read for every leader and coach who wants to adapt and be adept at leading hybrid teams.”

— Tan Swee Heng

Master Certified Coach, ICF;

Head of Shared Leadership Team Coaching Academy

“No silver bullets, no killer apps. Instead, Weixi provides a brilliant exposition on the perfect storm of hybrid work that will severely test the leaders of every organisation, and a framework for analysis and action to help us survive and thrive in the coming decade.”

— Sim Siang Leng

Honorary Secretary, Risk & Insurance Management Association of Singapore

“The old way of leading teams is now a thing of the past. In this gem of a book, Weixi provides the keys for greater collaboration and performance when leading teams in a hybrid work environment.”

— Wicky Andry

Customer Experience General Manager, Meratus Group

“Hybrid working is becoming a norm. Weixi has demonstrated in his book, how intentional design and thoughtful use of appropriate technology and tools can help leaders create engaged, inclusive, and high-performing work teams, while overcoming the challenges of enabling equality and equity in the teams.”

— Lee Yen Chin

Associate Client Partner, Korn Ferry

“Weixi’s book is your own personal leadership coach. Pragmatic and practical, targeted sections let you dive straight into solutions for issues you are facing with your teams today. Highly recommended for team leaders, managers, and those working in a hybrid work environment, whether in a formal leadership position or not.”

— Tan Peck San

Enterprise Transformation Consultant, Center for Creative Leadership

“Whether you are a seasoned leader or starting to navigate the complexities of networked communication, this book is your companion for everyone working in the dynamic realm of hybrid work in our post-pandemic world. Weixi draws from real-world experiences and unfolds a narrative of growth, from navigating cultural nuances and diverse perspectives to providing essential context in open communication. Relearn the art of relationship-building, and delve into personal accounts that unravel the intricacies of leadership to build practical strategies in managing the challenges of this evolving landscape of modern work.”

— Adeline Cheng

Enterprise Sales Director, Accenture

“Hybrid Work Revolution is a brilliant window into digital strategy, with practical insights that blend academic theory and the practice of management in a way that only Weixi can deliver.”

— Dominic Ng

Head of APJ, Database Marketing, PayPal

“From the ‘Great Resignation’ to ‘Quiet Quitting’ and now ‘Liminality’, leaders face unprecedented human resource challenges that’s calling for them to have a mindset shift in managing new-age workforces. Weixi’s book offers useful and practical insights for leaders standing at crossroads when it comes to hybrid work arrangements contemplating the opportunities to be harnessed and pitfalls to avoid.”

— Jessie Lee

Director and Head of Clinical Trial Educators, Asia-Pac, IQVIA

“The world of hybrid work arrangements is still evolving post-pandemic and it is frequently challenging for leaders to navigate through this. Weixi’s book—which draws on research, observations, and dialogues through working with various teams—provides a useful compass. The way he has organised the content makes it easy for readers to refer to handy tips so that they are able to apply the concepts easily.”

— Ko Hui Yen

Managing Director, HireRight

“Dive into the essence of leadership mastery in the hybrid work environment with this book where intuition meets evidence-based practices. Through research and compelling evidence, this book unpacks and demonstrates how we can build strong teams while delivering on results, empowering both seasoned executives and aspiring leaders alike.”

— Chia Ai Ling

Director of Communications and Partnerships, SG Enable