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Christmas Podding: Day 22 – Hybrid Working and Secret Santa Shenanigans 🎄

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Welcome back to the We Do Grotto, where today we’re diving into two festive favourites: hybrid working and Secret Santa faux pas.

Hybrid Working – Like Choosing a Holiday:

Think of it this way:

  • Five days in the office? That’s your winter holiday – structured, cosy, maybe a bit intense.
  • Fully remote? That’s your summer holiday – relaxed, flexible, and sunny.
  • Hybrid? The best of both worlds – just like mixing winter and summer getaways throughout the year.

What’s the trend?

  • The best candidates are standing firm, with many saying two days in the office is their max.
  • Clients often want three days in-office or more. The sweet spot? Finding compromises that work for both sides.

🎅 Secret Santa Shenanigans:

  • The Selection Process: The real drama starts before gifts are even bought – the joy (or dread) when someone draws the name they secretly didn’t want.
  • Last-Minute Gifts: The ultimate faux pas? Turning up empty-handed and resorting to a quick Costa voucher. Don’t be that person!
  • The Real Fun: Watching the reactions – from laughter to confusion – when the gifts are finally exchanged.

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