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The only catch? The email has to be unopened. 

This isn’t even as much of a tech tip as a potential career-saving option that takes just a few quick steps.

It may not seem like the most noteworthy news story of the century, but for almost a quarter of the American workforce, the idea of going back to a full 9-to-5 in an office five days a week isn’t just horrifying, it’s downright impossible for some.  

To keep tabs on what others are saying about the topic, here are some of our favorite recent articles for you:

More than half of UK workers would consider quitting their job if hybrid working was axed, research reveals | Microsoft UK

Key Takeaways:

1. The Brits are already convinced hybrid work works, and a whopping 51% reported they would leave their position if the option was axed. 
2. Almost 60% of HR decision-makers in the study agree hybrid working has had a positive impact on the mental health of their teams 
3. Conversely, even with the success of hybrid offices, processes like onboarding have become more complicated, with over a third of covid hires never setting foot in the workplace.

Microsoft is making Teams meetings less stressful by letting users hide their video feed | onMSFT 

Key Takeaways: 

1. Introverts, rejoice in the anonymity! Teams will soon let participants hide their own video feed (while leaving their camera on). 
2. According to Microsoft, the new feature should allow participants to feel more relaxed. 
3. The option is being rolled out slowly, with all users scheduled to have functionality by mid-March.

Free Microsoft Word Is A Real Thing | Forbes 

Key Takeaways:

1. From this writer’s perspective, Google Docs is fantastic but Word is just more robust. 
2. There are two ways to get Microsoft Word (or Excel, or Powerpoint) for free right now: 
   1. Download Microsoft Word for mobile via Google Play or for iOS in Apple App Store  
   2. Simply sign up for a free Microsoft Office Online account, where all you need is a working browser and a Microsoft account, which you can even register for on their website.  

No matter if your team is utilizing the web platform, the application, or all of it, Microsoft 365 is the holy grail for your team’s organizing efforts. Not only does it help keep your team on-task through shared online file storage, but it also comes with enhanced security features to keep your team safe wherever they happen to log in.  

The key benefit of the platform, which applies to hybrid businesses of all sizes, is the ability for your team to be equally productive from anywhere they are in the world. Whether they choose to check in from their downstairs den while their kids ruin the house upstairs or they check-in from Chatanooga during their regular state-by-state BBQ tour, they can chat, call, and host meetings regardless of their circumstances.

Additionally, Microsoft is attacking the challenges of the future through incredibly apt adaptations like: 

1. Collaboration beyond reality with 2D and 3D virtual meeting spaces utilizing advanced AI.
2. Continuous updates to the Microsoft Teams suite to assist new problems faced by hybrid users within the UX/UI.
3. The ability to treat fully-digital employees like regular in-office team members.
4. Myriad apps available to customize your group’s usage of M365 specific to your needs 

For more details about how to best leverage Microsoft Teams for your office, check out the full blog here!

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