This time, I was not the host, but the guest! I had the honor of being on Nuvolo's awesome podcast, Connected Conversations. In Season 3, they interviewed people to talk about their 'why'. In this episode, hear from me, as I discuss with Bob my journey from starting my career in interior design all the way to founding my own company. You’ll learn how being laid off during the pandemic forced me to re-evaluate my life, and find meaning outside of just work. I also shares my personal ‘why’ with Bob in addition to what led me to live here in Paris, France.

If you are planning to create or renovate an office in Europe while being based abroad, or are simply interested in the process, we invite you to watch this episode. Our panel of experts will provide insights into how projects can be successfully coordinated from a distance, as well as how cultural differences can be managed in the process.

In this episode, we explore the lessons we can learn from education and how it could impact our future workspaces, touching on key trends such as flexibility, diversity, and inclusion. Charlotte sheds light on the changing dynamics within higher education, emphasizing the need for adaptable spaces that foster collaboration and innovation. Audrey highlights the parallels between educational and corporate environments, underlining the importance of inclusive design and community-building initiatives. We discuss innovative solutions, from virtual reality integration to AI-powered analytics, poised to reshape both educational institutions and workplaces worldwide.

In this episode, I welcomed Clement and Romain, who embarked on a project called Managerial Odyssey, traveling the world to explore management innovation. They discuss common trends they observed, such as the importance of fostering a culture of trust and confidence, the long-term competitive advantage of strong management practices, and the significance of employee commitment, including creating a supportive work environment and offering flexibility and autonomy. They also delve into the challenges of integrating different generations in the workplace and the importance of dialogue and understanding between them. Through their insights and experiences, they highlight the value of collaboration and mutual learning between generations to drive innovation and success in the modern workplace.

The discussion delves into how lessons from hospitality can influence our future workplaces. Our guest, Anne, from Châteauform', discusses the company's strong humanistic culture and focus on employee happiness translate into improved workplace experiences. By adapting its hospitality model to suit corporate environments, ChâteauForm' Inside aims to enhance workplace culture, attract talent, and cultivate innovation. The conversation highlights successful collaborations with clients like SNCF and Deloitte, emphasizing the importance of creating connections and enhancing employee satisfaction for driving business success. Overall, the episode showcases how the principles of hospitality can transform traditional workplace dynamics and contribute to organizational growth and well-being.

In this episode, our panel comprises four individuals with diverse backgrounds, who engage in a discussion about the relevant metrics to consider as we adapt our workspaces to meet our evolving needs. Drawing insights from change management and organizational culture, we provide comprehensive coverage of the factors to consider for your future endeavors.

As part of our special series exploring the influence of different industries on our workplaces, this episode is centered on the retail sector. Just like commercial offices, the retail industry has undergone substantial changes over the past few decades. In this episode, we delve into how retail businesses attract customers to their physical stores and how we can incorporate some of these ideas into our workplace strategies.