What Will Change?

If you haven’t already done so, it’s time to think about what will be different once we un-shelter and return to the workplace. The one thing we know for sure is that we will not be returning to what we left.

For example, if you have an office design that includes desks or cubicles placed close together, how will you handle social distance issue? Do you have space to move the desks father apart? Or are you thinking about staggering the workforce so that people alternate time in the office with working from home?

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Deflect the Tension

Everyone is going through an indescribably rough period with no end in sight. In general, as the weeks go on people seem to be more tense. That tension spreads geometrically when you take it out on your co-workers.

These times are defining for leaders. People will remember you based on how you “show up” now. Leaders will fare better if they follow some basic concepts while the unknowns of the pandemic era continue.

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Video Explosion

Most leaders had experience with video conferencing prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, it seems that it’s everywhere. Resources such as GoToMeeting, TEAMs (Microsoft Office) and the now ubiquitous Zoom have overnight become essential communication tools.

Leaders who are managing a remote workforce should use one of these as part of frequent check ins with your teams. It gives you a little more information on how your staff is doing when you can see their faces on video rather than simply listening on a conference call.

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