Weekly insights on the future of work, cities, and buildings. Hosted by Dror Poleg, with occasional guests. Dror Poleg is an author and speaker focused on the future of work and cities. His insights have been featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, NBC, Bloomberg, and beyond. Dror’s work draws on two decades of hands-on experience in private equity and tech. He regularly briefs and advises multibillion-dollar companies such as UBS, Bank of America, HSBC, Recruit ...
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Dislocation is a podcast dedicated to innovation in real estate — exploring the way in which technology changes the way in which assets are planned, designed, financed, built, marketed, and operated. Hosted by David Friedlander and Dror Poleg. Made in NYC.
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Listen in as we talk with people who care about our built environment, the energy it uses, and how it's all maintained. This podcast is built by Gridium.
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How will AI affect the value, design, and operation of physical buildings and cities? This is the most common question I've been asked at dozens of keynotes I gave this year (book yours here).
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People will get paid to do whatever they want. Here's why. Originally published on December 8, 2023, here. Written by Dror Poleg. Articles mentioned in this piece: Impossibly Useless, Compensating the I in AI, NFTs and the Future of Work, and In Praise of Ponzis.
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Cities have an essential role to play, at home and abroad. Originally published on December 6, 2023, here. Written by Dror Poleg.
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I hope you'll forgive me for drawing your sympathy to one dead soldier. I know there are many others who deserve it. Originally published on November 8, 2023, here. See the online version for the videos and songs mentioned in this article
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It's Time for a Palestinian Marshall Plan
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A brutal moment of clarity presents a new path toward justice and peace. Written by Dror Poleg. Originally published on October 17, 2023, here.
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Most people no longer need to work. Our survival depends on convincing them it's OK to do something else. This article was originally published on March 24, 2023, here. I am sharing the audio version now as it is still relevant. Here we go.
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A.I. might "liberate" most humans to do jobs that are less meaningful and entail limited agency. But it might be more fun than it sounds. Written by Dror Poleg. Published on September 18, 2023, here.
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Thoughts on what makes places attractive, on urbanism's capacity to foster peace and prosperity, and on the most complicated "real estate" conflict in the world — following my first visit to Saudi Arabia. Written by Dror Poleg. Originally published on September 14, 2023 here.
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NVIDIA: The Distributed Rocketship. The world's most innovative hardware is developed "from home." Originally published on September 1, 2023, here. Written by Dror Poleg. Subscribe to Dror's newsletter for cutting-edge insights on the future of work, cities, and markets.
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I asked ChatGPT to go into my head and figure out what happens next. Published on August 20, 2023, here.
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The next productivity boom will not come from robots doing more; it will come from humans doing less. Written by Dror Poleg. Originally published on August 17, 2023, here. 🚀 The upcoming cohort of Practical AI begins next week! Sign up here to master the latest tools for financial analysis, marketing, and business automation. I course is 100% onlin…
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Let AI steal your ideas. It might be the only way to protect them. Written by Dror Poleg. Published on August 15, 2023, here. Thank you for listening. To harness AI for your own work, check out my upcoming Practical AI course. We’ll clarify all the jargon and hype and get hands-on experience with tools and workflows for marketing, financial ana…
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A recent announcement from Zoom gives hope to the pro-office crowd. But reading beyond the headlines shows we're never going back to the old normal. Originally published on August 7, 2023, here. Written by Dror Poleg. Check out the upcoming Practical AI course to master the latest tools for marketing, financial analysis, and general business automa…
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How will recent innovations impact jobs and corporations? Meta's earning call offers some hints. Published on August 1, 2023, here. Written by Dror Poleg. Learn more about Dror's Practical AI course here.
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As work becomes less dependent on location, life becomes more dependent on location. Written by Dror Poleg. Published on July 28, 2023, here.
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Lessons from AI and urban planning on why it pays to keep things free — and how exclusivity destroys value. Originally published on July 19, 2023, here. Written and read by Dror Poleg.
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This week’s podcast is an excerpt from my upcoming book, After Office. My premium newsletter subscribers receive excerpts like this every week. To sign up, visit DrorPoleg.com. I hope you enjoy this excerpt. In other news, the upcoming cohort of my practical AI course begins next month. If you’re interested in mastering the latest AI tools and work…
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Should you go to the office or stay home? Now, you can do both. Maybe. Published on June 7, 2023, here. Written by Dror Poleg.
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You don't have to worry about AI. Keep doing what you're doing. Published on May 28, 2028 here. Learn more about Dror's Hype-Free AI course at www.HypeFreeAI.com.
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In a world of abundant content, businesses that control physical touchpoints have a unique advantage. But they also carry unique risks. Published on May 22, 2023, here. Written by Dror Poleg. Join Dror later this month for a deeper dive into AI's impact on industries and careers. Learn more at HypeFreeAI.com.…
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Whatever job you're in, technology can multiply your productivity, reach, and rewards. Here's a simple formula to help you get started. Published on May 19, 2023, here. Written by Dror Poleg. Only 11 days left to register for Dror's Hype-Free AI course. We have a great group of people from around the world. Join us to learn what AI can do for you a…
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Do we need more programmers, or are many of them going to be broke in a few years? The answer to both questions is yes. Published on March 27, 2023, here. Written by Dror Poleg.
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When everyone can sound smart, elite conversations will become less intelligible to regular people. Published on May 16, 2023, here. Written by Dror Poleg. If you're interested in AI's impact on your industry and career, check out Dror's upcoming Hype-FREE AI course. We'll have a fun group of people from across the world, 100% online.…
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In today's episode, we dive into the challenges and confusion that the corporate world faces in the era of remote work and AI. Explore the complexities of productivity, the need for adaptability, and how company leaders can embrace uncertainty by encouraging experimentation and diverse workstyles. Join us as we discuss the future of work and the ro…
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Unilateral Ignorance and Scalable Style
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Today's crazy is tomorrow's new normal. Originally published on April 14, 2023, here. Written by Dror Poleg. Check out HypeFreeAI.com to learn more about Dror's upcoming course.
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Thinking Fast and Slopes: Kahneman, Taleb, and the Future of Business
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In a networked economy, overestimating low-probability events is not irrational — it's optimal. In a rapidly changing and interconnected world, traditional decision-making theories may no longer fully encompass the complexities of the modern economy. The rise of non-linear dynamics, power law distributions, and extreme outcomes has led to an enviro…
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Talent, Structure, Culture. Published on May 4, 2023, here. Written by Dror Poleg. Subscribe to Dror's newsletter at DrorPoleg.com for weekly insights on the future of work and cities. This article delves into the relationship between talent scarcity and corporate culture, structure, and the future of work. Based on Nadia Asparouhova's theory, comp…
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As technology tilts power towards capital, individuals must adapt by investing in diverse assets and embracing innovative approaches to secure their future. Written by Dror Poleg. Originally published on April 28, 2023, here.
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AI and Remote Work: A Match Made in Heaven
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Remote work enables AI to take on more jobs. Stronger AI enables more humans to work remotely. Originally published on May 2, 2023, here. Written by Dror Poleg. As mentioned: Later this month, I will be teaching a Hype-Free AI Course — providing a practical introduction to the tools and trends that are reshaping the world of work. Join us! Click he…
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Lauren Razavi on Digital Nomads and Remote Work
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Many people can work from anywhere. By some estimates, 35 million people already live as “digital nomads”— taking their work with them to various destinations for months at a time. These people tend to earn more and spend more.And they’re just getting started. With the advent of remote work, the number of digital nomads is set to explode. And by “n…
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Banks tried to kill remote work. Now, remote work is trying to kill banks. Written and read by Dror Poleg. Originally published on March 20, here.
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Alain Bertaud on 15-Minute Cities, Remote Work, Zoning, and More
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Technology is forcing our cities to evolve. It is redefining the meaning of location and accessibility, it changes the way we work and move around, and it forces us to reconsider many of our basic assumptions. How should cities respond? What can be done to increase opportunity and tackle inequality? What is the connection between commuting, remote …
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Distributed work is a natural evolution of the office itself. To remain attractive, physical offices should stop thinking about productivity. Originally published on March 10, 2023, here. Written and read by Dror Poleg.
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Judy Stephenson on The History of Working from Home
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Earlier this week, I hosted Dr. Judy Stephenson for a chat about the history of working from home and mixed-use cities. The transcript and more information is available here. Judy Stephenson is an Associate Professor at University College London, specializing in the history of labor markets and the built environment. In addition, Judy is a research…
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Technology creates more work. More work creates technology. But the way it does so is increasingly unclear. Originally published on March 3, 2023 here. A few housekeeping notes: 📚 Last week, I published additional pages from my upcoming book about the future of cities, companies, and careers. Premium subscribers can read them here. Additional pages…
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How to Revive Our Cities? — with Tracy Hadden Loh
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Earlier this week, I spoke to Tracy Hadden Loh about the challenges facing cities, and some policies that can address them — covering housing, transit, taxation, office conversions, and more. Tracy is a Fellow at the Brookings Institution, where she researches the interaction between urban policy, real estate development, and local communities. She…
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How to Spread the Fruits of Innovation?
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In our current economic system, the more successful some people become, the harder it is for everyone else to become successful, and the less likely it is for society to continue to flourish. A few weeks ago, Dror Poleg wrote an article proposing a radical new way to increase innovation and improve how tech profits are distributed. Today, we're try…
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I am writing a book, and I need your help. The book explores what happens to cities, companies, and careers when office jobs become scalable and distributed. It will provide actionable insights for anyone interested in the future of work and its impact on how we spend our time, design our cities, and structure our organizations and investments. The…
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There are two kinds of bosses: Those who embrace flexibility, and those who are about to lose their job. Originally published on February 3, 2023, here. Written and read by Dror Poleg. Subscribe to Dror's newsletter for weekly insights on the future of work, cities, and buildings.
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Can Offices Become Housing? Dror Poleg in conversation with Steven Paynter
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30% of office buildings can be converted into housing. 12 months ago, most cities and landlords didn't want to hear about this possibility. But over the past 6 months, there has been an explosion of interest. Office conversions can create hundreds of thousands of new apartments in the heart of cities like New York, San Francisco, London, and Toront…
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The disruption of creative work has been going on for a long time. And yet, we always assume it won't affect us. Written and read by Dror Poleg. Originally published on December 29, 2022 here. 🙏🏻 To welcome 2023, I am launching a Premium Subscription for my newsletter. Premium subscribers will receive bonus weekly posts, digests with recommended ar…
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My quote of the year, book of the year, and writing plans for 2023. Published here on December 27, 2023. Written and read by Dror Poleg. Subscribe to Dror's newsletter and follow him on Twitter.
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The first-order effect of remote work is emptier offices. The second-order effect is leaner companies. The third-order effect is more inequality and opportunity. Published on December 19, 2022 here. Written and read by Dror Poleg. Subscribe to Dror's newsletter and follow him on Twitter.
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The physical and cultural constraints that gave rise to a normal income distribution are losing their power. The difference between highway and airline networks explains why. Originally published on December 14, 2022 here. Written and read by Dror Poleg. Subscribe to Dror's newsletter and follow him on Twitter.…
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The Middle Class Is Dead. Long Live the Long Tail Class.
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A networked, creative economy cannot produce a normal distribution of income. Our focus should shift to providing a minimum-viable lifestyle to a growing long-tail class. Cities have a critical role to play in that process. Originally published on December 13, 2022 here. Written and read by Dror Poleg. Subscribe to Dror's newsletter and follow him …
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As they grow, networks become more efficient and less egalitarian. The process explains a lot about where we are — and where we're headed. Originally published on December 12, 2022 here. Written and read by Dror Poleg. Subscribe to Dror's newsletter and follow him on Twitter.
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Can an oversupply of offices create an oversupply of housing? (Generally, no. Occasionally, yes.) Published on December 6, 2022 here. Later today, I'm speaking at a free webinar about the future of housing. I'll share some key trends and analysis — and answer any questions you may have. Click here to register. It's free. Can't make it to the live s…
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You can change a giant market even if you don't control it. WeWork changed the way most major offices are leased, operated, and designed. Airbnb will do the same to housing. Published on December 5, 2022 here. On Tuesday, December 6, I'm speaking at a free webinar about the future of housing. I'll share some key trends and analysis — and answer any…
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Airbnb is a housing company. Always has been. Landlords, property managers, and brokers should start paying attention. Published on November 30, 2022 here. Next week, I'm presenting my latest thoughts on the future of housing, followed by a Q&A moderated by AppFolio's Sean Forster. Click here to register. It's free.…
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Investors will put up with as much as they can for as long as they can. Originally published on November 23, 2023, here. Written and read by Dror Poleg. Subscribe at DrorPoleg.com
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