2024 Business Operations Insights: Our Hot Take On What’ll Really Transform Your Workdays
The workplace is evolving. This means the systems, human resources, and technology powering your business will change too. While change can feel scary and unpredictable, it’s better to adapt than to be left behind. Embrace this new era of operations. And evolve along with the workplace, so you can avoid the day-to-day chaos plaguing those who refuse to adjust.
Think of our 2024 business operations insights as your playbook. Written to help you conquer time poverty. Transform the way you work. And step into your Big Boss Energy.
Better workdays are ahead. Read on.
The 5 operations insights we suggest you focus on next year:
Synergizing your processes, tools, and people
Becoming more productive and working fewer hours
Cultivating a talented team & treating them well
Using AI to replace mundane tasks
Slowing down to focus on quality
Synergize your processes, tools, and people
Harmony between your processes, tools, and people makes your days run smoother.
So, develop processes that explain how you operate daily to reach specific results. Trust tools that power your processes and keep everything organized. And hire people who can follow your processes, use your tools, and add their unique perspectives to serve your clients and make your business better.
When you intentionally sync the three, workdays are smooth like butter.
Become more productive and work less hours
If your team could finish work in half the time without compromising quality, how much happier would they be? While most full-time employees won’t admit to hating the traditional 8-hour workday. A research article from Worklife suggests that 45% of full-time employees are only working 4 hours per day (Callahan, 2023). A shorter workday may not be possible for all industries, but most can cut back on hours without causing problems.
When you increase productivity, you work less. You also get more time to relax and experience life beyond the 4 walls of your office.
But is it really that easy? It can be!
Productivity measures how much work can be completed in a certain amount of time. It’s a skill that requires strategic planning, problem-solving, and the ability to prioritize work. By developing those skills, simplifying your processes, and using technology to automate time-sucking tasks…
You can get a lot done in less time.
Cultivate a talented team and treat them well
Your team is your greatest asset. But building a high-performing team doesn’t happen overnight. Fortunately, not all your employees need 12+ years of experience and multiple degrees. But they do need your patience.
Focus on nurturing the team you have. Creating jobs that give people the opportunity to grow. Investing in their professional development. And making time to train them on how to do their jobs well.
Your team plays a huge role in making workdays better. So cultivate their talents and accommodate their needs. With a rise in the demand for flexible work, you should prioritize creating a work environment that appeals to your employees (Source One Staff, 2023). This will improve work-life balance and overall job satisfaction.
Use AI to replace mundane tasks
In 2017, Forbes predicted that Artificial Intelligence (AI) would replace tasks, not jobs (McKendrick, 2017). Your team can leverage AI technology to streamline day-to-day processes and improve efficiency. Automation, chatbots, and virtual AI assistants allow employees to focus solely on high-priority tasks that require human input and creativity.
Slow down to focus on quality
Done are the days of unnecessary rushing. In 2024, slowing down to focus on quality will get you further faster. The constant pressure to meet impossible deadlines and deliver results is causing employee burnout (Schawbel, 2023). By embracing a slower pace and prioritizing quality over quantity, you’ll have more stress-free workdays.
Intentionally slowing down to give more attention to interactions, projects, and work quality will also help you build stronger relationships and deliver better services.
Our final thoughts: better workdays are ahead
In 2024, we’re encouraging CEOs like you to evolve with the workplace. Better workdays don’t just happen. They’re made when you make it a priority to operate more strategically.
If you need a team of operations experts to help you experience more organization, efficiency, and enjoyment in your business, contact us. We’ll work with you and your team to create better workdays and a work culture that feels good for everybody.