As the new post-pandemic normal settles in and people adapt to a context of uncertainty, constant adversities, and pessimism, we are moving away from a moment in which consumers expected brands to rise up to society's challenges and into one when they’re demanding genuine allyship from businesses.

Working from home has its benefits, but without face-to-face contact with colleagues, many people struggle to stay productive. As people try everything from exercise desks to productivity nannies to stay motivated, a survey has revealed a simpler answer: pop music.

As rates of depression and anxiety rise, companies are taking a more active role in safeguarding employees' mental health. Moodbeam, a wristband that lets people report their emotional state, offers employers a way to bridge the communication gap and stay emotionally connected.

As people across the globe abruptly adjust to remote working, many have faced challenges – from WiFi woes to toddler tantrums on Zoom. Canvas8 spoke to Dave Cook, an anthropologist at University College London, to better understand how people can perform their best when working remotely.

How is the gig economy evolving? What is the future of work-life balance? And how can managers drive performance remotely? In this part of the 2021 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about how people are adapting to the massive changes taking place in work environments.