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Written by Liz McDermott |
As people begin to return to their jobs, it’s important to look at the future of work not just from a safety point of view but also from a mental point of view.
That’s why we thought we’d share with you this great article by Brit Morse for Inc. Magazine on ‘How to Help Your Employees Feel Safe Psychologically.’ With workplaces now getting their heads around the new local and federal safety procedures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, now is also the time to ensure your employees feel safe and up to speed.
Whether handling merchandise or customers, some employees could likely feel stress in many workplace situations. That’s why ensuring your staff understand all the rules and requirements to keep themselves and their clients safe and secure is important. Educating your employees on the best new practices and procedures is a great way to instill confidence in your staff.
Vubiz's The Future of Work training course explores the latest trends that may affect your workplace in the post-pandemic world: what a typical workday may look like, remote models that companies may adopt, and architectural trends that will define your workplace layouts of the future.
Mental Health After The Pandemic
Professor of Organizational Behavior and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University, Denise Rousseau's main takeaway:
“Frequent, fluid conversations with employees are vital. Sit down with people; as they share concerns, you share information about procedures and local regulations. On the basis of that conversation, update the guidelines you have or write new guidelines to make it work. It's important to give people a voice in how you will keep everyone safe. It's about participation and an attitude of learning.”
Read the full article to find out about how you can help your employees return to work with confidence.