Work Forward

Work Forward is a newsletter dedicated to building a better future of work for people and organizations.

I'm Brian Elliott, leader of Work Forward, and I'm on a mission to build a better future of work for people and organizations. I'm a startup CEO turned executive at Google and Slack, now an advisor and bestselling author who Forbes calls a "future of work expert."

After three decades building and leading teams through massive change, I've learned that the future of work isn't about predicting what's next – it's about creating it intentionally.

Want to drive positive outcomes in an ever-changing world?

Every week, I share practical guidance drawn from cutting-edge research, real-world experience from innovative leaders, and lessons learned building teams at companies like Google and Slack. My goal? Helping you create positive change in your organization.

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From new research on hybrid teams to real-world case studies of successful transformations, each edition of Work Forward brings you actionable insights you can use to improve team performance and drive positive change.

Written specifically for busy executives and team leaders, this newsletter cuts through the noise to deliver what you need to know.

  • Get practical leadership tools and techniques you can implement immediately.

  • Access the latest research and data to support your case for change.

  • Learn from real-world examples of successful transformations.

  • Stay current on the trends reshaping work with resources curated by a trusted expert.

  • Receive inspiration and ideas you can share with your team.

Stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing world.

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I'm the CEO of Work Forward, a leadership advisor and publisher of the Flex Index. Former startup CEO, exec at Google & Slack, bestselling author of "How the Future Works," a senior advisor with BCG and one of Forbes’ "Future of Work 50."