133 - From Magic Tricks to Workspace Strategy: Jianhan's Journey

Qiu Jianhan is the principal of strategy at Unispace Asia, where he leads the strategy and change management practice. He has developed innovative strategy and change management solutions that have helped many organisations align their work environment with their goals. As a certified LUMA practitioner, Jianhan always embeds human-certified design thinking into his solutions, contributing to his success as a seasoned workplace strategist.In this episode, Jianhan shares his intriguing journey from learning magic card tricks to his professional career in finance and workspace strategy. He discusses the importance of engaging employees in workspace design to boost productivity and satisfaction. Jianhan also provides insights into the impact of flexible workplace arrangements in Singapore and tips for companies seeking new office spaces. The conversation reveals how innovative workspace design can significantly influence employee well-being and organizational success.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:20 Discovering Magic Tricks01:12 From Finance to Workspace Strategy02:38 Common Workspace Design Mistakes04:06 Engaging Employees in Workspace Design07:24 Impact of Flexible Work Arrangements11:22 Designing for Low Occupancy15:46 Balancing Work, Life, and Play in the Office18:06 Tips for Choosing a New Workspace24:07 Final Thoughts and Conclusion---  Sign up for Adrian's weekly newsletter: https://adriantan.com.sg/subscribe/ Visit Adrian Blog: https://adriantan.com.sg Follow Adrian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriantanck/Follow Adrian on Twitter: https://twitter.com/adriantan18 Like Adrian on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adtan Get full access to Will That Work? at www.adriantan.com.sg/subscribe