Episode 11: The Future of Remote Working: What Does It Mean For Your Business?

Is the remote working dream over—or just evolving? In this episode of Make It Your Business, UK business owners James Murray and Duncan Casey dive into the future of remote and hybrid work, exploring what it really means for your business in 2025. From John Lewis and HSBC tightening office rules, to tech and marketing firms thriving in hybrid setups, we unpack the pros, cons, and hidden truths behind the shift back to in-office work. Expect candid insights on sales culture, mentorship, and management presence, plus reflections from big business thinkers like Rory Sutherland, Daniel Priestley, Alex Hormozi, and Cal Newport. Whether you’re a founder, manager, or employee navigating the remote vs. office dilemma, this episode is packed with practical ideas and real-world stories to help you decide what works best for your team and business infrastructure. Take notes, grab a coffee, and join us for an honest, thought-provoking discussion. ⚠️ Quick note: one of the cameras cut out during recording, but the conversation is packed with so much value you won’t want to miss it. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for more business conversations that matter. Chapters00:00 – Introduction: Why remote work is still controversial01:15 – Has the remote working dream died?03:10 – John Lewis, Boots, JP Morgan & HSBC: the corporate U-turn05:30 – How tech and the pandemic swung the pendulum (and the hardest-hit industries)12:30 – Real-world pros and cons: pets, infrastructure, and hybrid sweet spots20:40 – James’s 3 key lessons from leading in-office sales teams38:00 – What the experts might say: Sutherland, Priestley, Hormozi & Newport49:38 – Wrap up: Did we just solve remote working? (Not quite…)