133 - From Magic Tricks to Workspace Strategy: Jianhan's Journey

The Adrian Tan Show

Qiu Jianhan [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jianhanqiu/] is the principal of strategy at Unispace Asia [https://www.unispace.com/], where he leads the strategy and change management practice. He has developed innovative strategy and change management solutions that have helped many organisations align their work environment with their goals. As a certified LUMA practitioner, Jianhan always embeds human-certified design thinking into his solutions, which has contributed to his success as a seasoned workplace strategist. In this episode, Jianhan shares his intriguing journey from learning magic card tricks to his professional career in finance and workspace strategy. He discusses the importance of engaging employees in workspace design to boost productivity and satisfaction. Jianhan also provides insights into the impact of flexible workplace arrangements in Singapore and tips for companies seeking new office spaces. The conversation reveals how innovative workspace design can significantly influence employee well-being and organizational success. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:20 Discovering Magic Tricks 01:12 From Finance to Workspace Strategy 02:38 Common Workspace Design Mistakes 04:06 Engaging Employees in Workspace Design 07:24 Impact of Flexible Work Arrangements 11:22 Designing for Low Occupancy 15:46 Balancing Work, Life, and Play in the Office 18:06 Tips for Choosing a New Workspace 24:07 Final Thoughts and Conclusion --- Sign up for Adrian's weekly newsletter: https://adriantan.com.sg/subscribe/ Visit Adrian Blog: https://adriantan.com.sg Follow Adrian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriantanck/ Follow Adrian on Twitter: https://twitter.com/adriantan18 Like Adrian on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adtan