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Inclusion in Progress

We"ve been talking about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in companies for 50+ years, but the conversation isn"t keeping up with how quickly our world is changing. So isn"t it about time we updated the conversation for our globally distributed workforce? This podcast provides equity-minded leaders practical advice to lead inclusion in the workplace. Inclusion in Progress is hosted by Kay Fabella. Kay is a Filipina-American living in Spain since 2010. She"s also a DEI practitioner, author,

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IIP147 Distributed Work Models: Unlocking A Global &...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/11/14

Have you ever wondered how you can support a truly global, culturally diverse team — without losing alignment or connection? Many companies offer work-from-anywhere policies, but few have mastered how to build inclusive, cross-border collaboration into their strategy. Which is why on this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we're diving into one of the 12 distributed work models we've identified while working with remote and hybrid teams: The Work-From-Anywhere + Cross-Cultural Hybrid Model — inspired

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08:54

IIP146 Distributed Work Models: Succession Planning &...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/10/31

Have you ever wondered how you can create more agile, well-rounded leaders across your organization — without sacrificing flexibility or work-life balance? We often talk about developing talent and succession planning as if they're separate from our distributed work strategy. But if you're not intentional about how career growth happens across remote and hybrid setups, you risk losing great talent to stagnation or burnout. Which is why on this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we're diving into one

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08:32

IIP145 Distributed Work Models: How Regional Hubs...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/10/17

Have you ever wondered how to preserve the freedom and focus of remote work — without losing the connection and collaboration that comes from being together in person? Which is why on this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we’re diving into one of the 12 distributed work models we’ve identified while working with remote and hybrid teams. This episode breaks down the Fully-Remote with Regional Hubs — which allows global leaders like you to provide flexibility without sacrificing belonging and

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09:03

IIP144 Distributed Work Models: When The Office Is ...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/10/03

In the span of a few short years, our understanding of how, when, and where work happens has shifted in ways that once seemed impossible. During this time, people were able to experiment with their personal work styles and preferences — what allows them to be more productive and efficient — and found that they could be just as effective outside of the office. But what if physical office spaces transformed into creative and collaborative hubs instead of just mandatory checkpoints for your teams? On

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11:57

IIP143 Distributed Work Models: Virtual-First...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/09/19

The term “hybrid work” brings up different things for different people and organizations. But even we at Inclusion in Progress can agree: hybrid work in its current iteration is fundamentally broken because it still focuses so heavily on where work gets done — rather than how to make it work better — no matter where people are physically located. Which is why on this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we’re diving into one of the 12 distributed work models we’ve identified while working with remote

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31:23

IIP142 Distributed Work Experts: Lessons from NEI...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/08/29

For this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we continue our Distributed Work Expert Series with someone (gasp!) outside of the tech industry! With this series, we’ve been highlighting some of the world’s leading experts who continue to map, innovate, and design how work looks from inside forward-thinking companies — designing a version of work that works for teams — regardless of where they choose to work. Our goal is to highlight distributed work leaders in companies to help forward-thinking

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34:36

IIP141 Distributed Work Experts: Lessons from Checkly

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/07/11

For this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we return to our Distributed Work Expert Interview Series. On the podcast, we’ve been highlighting some of the world’s leading experts who continue to map, innovate, and design how distributed work looks from inside forward-thinking companies — designing a version of work that works for teams — regardless of where they choose to work. Our goal is to highlight distributed work leaders in companies to help forward-thinking leaders like you to: Navigate

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10:34

IIP140 Distributed Work Models: Your Hybrid Model...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/06/27

Have you ever wondered how you can take your existing hybrid work model and optimize it so that it serves both your employees and your business goals? We often think of hybrid models as a compromise between remote and office-based work but — if you don't intentionally design and revisit your hybrid strategy regularly — this mentality can end up hindering productivity rather than enhancing it. Which is why on this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we’re diving into one of the 12 distributed work

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15:36

IIP139 Beyond Automation: How AI Can Enhance (Not...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/06/13

When it comes to discussions about artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace, most immediately veer into negative territory. It’s hard not to feel alarmed when most headlines we read about AI range from the outrageous to the terrifying. But in reality, what are most organizations actually using AI for? How are systems, protocols, and processes being updated by AI-enabled technologies? And what does the increasing use of AI in companies mean for distributed teams and flexible work? These

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08:58

IIP138 Distributed Work Models: What Happens When...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/05/23

For years corporate success was measured by the size of a company’s headquarters, but this all changed overnight when the pandemic hit. Companies soon realized that they didn’t need their employees to commute to one central location to collaborate effectively. Which is why on this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we’re diving into one of the 12 distributed work models we’ve identified while working with remote and hybrid teams. This episode breaks down the Hub-And-Spoke Model — which highlights a

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25:56

IIP137 Distributed Work Experts: Lessons from Help Scout

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/05/09

On this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we resume our Distributed Work Expert Series. With this series, we’re highlighting some of the world’s leading experts who continue to map, innovate, and design how distributed work looks from inside forward-thinking companies — designing a version of work that works for teams — regardless of where they choose to work. Our goal is to start highlighting distributed work leaders in companies to help forward-thinking leaders like you to: Navigate remote and

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09:02

IIP136 Distributed Work Models: How Often Should...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/04/25

As we’ve learned over the last five years, workplace flexibility is not one-size-fits all. Some teams need structure, others need autonomy. Some teams are scattered across the globe, and others are scattered across a state or a country. Which is why on this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we’re diving into one of the 12 distributed work models we’ve identified while working with remote and hybrid teams. This episode breaks down the Flexi-Remote + Core Office Weeks Model — which balances strong

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18:42

IIP135 The Future of Work: How Can Companies Balance...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/04/11

As hybrid work becomes the new normal, companies face the challenge of balancing flexibility with collaboration. This has become the defining challenge for companies worldwide today. For some, hybrid work offers the best of both worlds, providing flexibility for employees while maintaining in-person collaboration. However, without a clear strategy, companies risk increased turnover, disengagement, and missed opportunities for innovation. On this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we’ll discuss:

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12:11

IIP134 Distributed Work Models: Is the Office the Key...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/03/28

Hybrid work is a spectrum — and there are more than two options than just fully remote and fully in-office. Which is why on this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we’re diving into one of the 12 distributed work models we’ve identified over the past decade of working with remote and hybrid teams. This episode breaks down the Asynchronous-First + Planned In-Office Time Model — which balances asynchronous or async work with intentional in-office time — balancing employees’ desire for flexibility

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31:11

IIP133 Distributed Work Experts: Lessons from Toggl

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/03/14

On this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we kick off our Distributed Work Expert Series. With this series, we’re highlighting some of the world’s leading experts who continue to map, innovate, and design how distributed work looks from inside forward-thinking companies — designing a version of work that works for teams — regardless of where they choose to work. Our goal is to start highlighting distributed work leaders in companies to help forward-thinking leaders like you to: Navigate

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20:47

IIP132 How to Overcome Communication Barriers in...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/02/14

In today’s global workplace, effective communication can make or break a team’s success. But for multicultural, distributed teams, navigating differences in language, cultural norms, and collaboration styles often feels overwhelming. In this episode of Inclusion in Progress, we uncover the root causes of communication challenges in distributed teams — and more importantly, how to solve them. You’ll learn: Why cultural nuances often lead to misunderstandings and misaligned expectations. The

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24:24

IIP131 Why Are Global Companies Struggling with...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2025/01/17

From leadership gaps to communication barriers to unclear expectations — companies are missing opportunities to find a distributed work model that works best for their teams. On this episode of the Inclusion in Progress podcast, we discuss what is standing in the way of making distributed work models effective, why the debate should move beyond remote vs. RTO (return-to-office), and what leaders like you can do to unlock the true potential of distributed work in 2025 and beyond. To discover more

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21:43

IIP130 2024 in Review: Lessons Learned and What's...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2024/12/20

We’ve spent 2024 navigating some of the most pressing challenges facing our organizations today: Communication breakdowns between teams due to socioeconomic or geopolitical events The tug-of-war between return-to-office and remote work The politicization of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) itself …all of which directly affects the teams that leaders claim they’re supporting. While organizations are feeling pressure to cut budgets or scale back their efforts — at Inclusion in

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18:12

IIP129 Managing Employee Experience During Global Crises

Inclusion in Progress ·

2024/11/22

A principle at the core of our Inclusive Distributed Work™ framework is compassionate collision — bringing different perspectives to the table and creating psychological safety for everyone to contribute their ideas and views to an organization. The goal of compassionate collision isn’t to “fix” or “solve” complex issues overnight, but to create an environment where people can express themselves without fear of retaliation. Our CEO, Kay Fabella, has been having difficult conversations with leaders

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23:47

IIP128 Why In-Office Mandates Hinder Innovation &...

Inclusion in Progress ·

2024/10/25

IIP128 Why In-Office Mandates Hinder Innovation & Inclusion Show Notes The company on everyone’s mind in the ongoing return-to-office debates is none other than Amazon. The global company’s decision to roll back hybrid work models and reinstate in-office mandates in January 2025 has raised eyebrows — and not in a good way. While Amazon (and companies like them) may view this in-office mandate as a way to "restore" collaboration, will it instead stifle the very innovation it wants to improve? In

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