Hybrid Creep is Real: 85% of UK Roles Now Require 2+ Office Days

In this episode, Jenni and Chuck explore the controversial trend of 'quiet promotions,' the challenges of maintaining morale after layoffs, and the evolving expectations around hybrid work.    It turns out people are being asked to do more without the salary increase, but the pair question whether this is new.    The conversation also highlights insights from a senior internal communications roundtable Jenni hosted in London, emphasizing the need for deeper discussions at industry events and the vital role of senior leaders in turning up to industry events to help the more junior folks learn and grow.  Links to articles mentioned in this episode: Employers are dishing out quiet promotions: fancy new job roles without the title or pay—and experts say it ‘practically guarantees burnout’ How to Keep Teams on Track After Layoffs UK job ads are quietly tightening hybrid expectations What do senior comms leaders want from industry events? Email to find out more: [email protected]   🎶 Theme music for Frequency is “Blessed Be the Weary," produced by Poet Ali. You can find the track on Spotify, Apple Music, and wherever you stream music. We're grateful to Poet for setting the tone with his powerful, reflective sound.