The Death of the 9-to-5: Embracing hashtag#AsynchronousWork What the heck is that I hear you say!!!
The 9-to-5 workday is quickly becoming a thing of the past. Asynchronous working—where people choose the hours that suit them best—is now a reality for many teams. Would you agree?
For most leaders, this shift means letting go of old ideas about visibility and control. It’s not about when someone is working; it’s about what they’re achieving. Trust, clear communication, and flexibility are the foundations of successful async teams.
Here are 3 tips for leaders can make it work:
✅ Be crystal clear: Set clear goals, priorities, and deadlines, so everyone knows what’s expected without needing constant check-ins.
💻Use the right tools: Invest in collaboration platforms that make sharing updates, ideas, and progress easy and accessible across time zones.
☎️ Stay connected: Build strong relationships through regular one-to-ones and team catch-ups, focusing on support rather than micromanagement.
Leading in an asynchronous world isn’t about letting go—it’s about leading with more intention, humanity, and trust.
