How employers can foster clarity and confidence in return-to-office plans
As the companies look to bring their workers back to the office, communications will play a crucial role.
With an increasing number of Americans getting vaccinated and many cities easing their social distancing guidelines, more businesses are announcing plans for employees to return to the office.
Some companies are even accelerating their plans. Uber, as reported by NPR, has moved up its back-to-the-office plan from Sept. 13, 2021 to April 3, on a voluntary basis. According to the article, “the ride-share company said only up to 20% of employees can opt to work from the office.”
But are we ready? When I read the NPR article on Uber’s plans, my anxiety started building. What will returning to the office be like? How do we return to the office in a safe manner? It seems I am not alone in these worries. The New York Times recently reported on this emotional impact in the article “Returning to the Office Sparks Anxiety and Dread for Some.”
Employees want and need to understand what returning to the office will look like, what the expectations are, and how they can stay safe. For example, many employees may have such questions as:
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