Gleb Tsipursky

CEO, consultant

Gleb Tsipursky is CEO of the hybrid work consultancy Disaster Avoidance Experts, and the author of Returning to the Office and Leading Hybrid and Remote Teams (Intentional Insights, 2021). He has been dubbed “Office Whisperer” by The New York Times for helping leaders overcome frustrations with hybrid work and generative AI.

Mon, 02/17/2025 - 09:48
The Cure for Constant Remote Work RequestsAddressing employee concerns effectively
Mon, 02/24/2025 - 12:03
You open your email and your stress level spikes: It’s another request titled “Can I work from home tomorrow?” It’s one of several you received in the last month—a relentless march of requests for remote work that ask for one-off exceptions to your…
Hybrid and Remote Team ManagementRevising performance evaluations
Wed, 02/05/2025 - 00:03
The pandemic forced leaders to reconcile with the need for effective hybrid and remote team management strategies, including performance evaluations. Research has shown the benefits of moving away from large-scale quarterly or annual performance…
The Unseen Victims of RTO PoliciesThe future of work isn’t just about where we work, but how we work together
Tue, 01/21/2025 - 00:03
In the rapidly evolving business landscape, the momentum toward policies mandating a return to the office (RTO) is gaining traction. However, this shift risks overlooking critical segments of the workforce, particularly older employees, individuals…
Resetting the Culture Code for the Post-Pandemic OfficeReminders, techniques, and what else you should do
Thu, 01/09/2025 - 12:03
In today’s rapidly changing business environment, a subtle yet profound shift is taking place in office dynamics, particularly as we welcome back teams that have been dispersed by the necessity of remote work. Managers find themselves at the helm…
Leading the Generative AI Transition Beyond Cognitive BiasesFostering a culture of innovation and adaptability
Tue, 12/24/2024 - 12:03
Generative AI is revolutionizing industries, from drafting legal contracts to crafting personalized marketing campaigns with unmatched speed and precision. Yet this transformative power comes with challenges: fears of job loss, concerns about…
Challenges and Risks of Generative AIStriking a balance between automation and human involvement is key
Wed, 12/11/2024 - 12:03
As organizations increasingly integrate generative AI (gen AI) to boost productivity, innovation, and competitive advantage, they encounter a host of challenges. Many face resistance to change, fears of job displacement, and concerns about data…
The Truth About Return-to-Office HeadlinesHow the data tell a different story
Mon, 11/25/2024 - 12:03
In recent months, headlines have proclaimed that companies like Amazon are demanding that employees return to the office in droves, signaling the end of the flexible work era. However, contrary to these attention-grabbing headlines, reliable and…
Will Remote Work Determine the Election?Mobility means many voters are not where they used to be
Tue, 11/05/2024 - 12:03
The 2024 U.S. presidential election is shaping up to be one of the closest in recent history, with Kamala Harris and Donald Trump locked in a dead heat in many polls. This razor-thin margin amplifies the effect of even small demographic changes,…
22 Million Reasons to Accommodate Work-From-Home RequestsADA compliance and an inclusive environment will be key to legal protection and employee well-being
Mon, 11/04/2024 - 12:03
The recent $22.1 million verdict in the case of Billesdon vs. Wells Fargo Securities has cast a spotlight on the increasing legal risks companies face when they ignore work-from-home (WFH) requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).…
Managers Want You Back in the Office That’s because they’re not ready for hybrid
Thu, 10/17/2024 - 12:03
Despite the clear benefits of hybrid work models, a significant number of managers still push for their teams to be back in the office. A KPMG report of responses from 100 CEOs of large companies shows that more than a third expect to have all…