Pandemic: Shift in Mindset and the Stress Release
In the current situation, the choices between Working from Home, the office, or hybrid can be a bit more complex than preference. For some, it hinges not only on choice but rather on perceived safety. Considering the evolving challenges imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic and shifting guidance, older workers and those with pre-existing health conditions may have increased anxiety about working in an office environment. Some who prefer to work in the office, remain empathetic to others with unique circumstances. Although there is uncertainty that a one-size-fits-all approach is workable, companies are uniquely innovating work arrangements.
The recent survey conducted by (SWAA) shows some staggering reluctance in workers returning to the office versus an appeal of remote work. Companies are beginning to understand the Global Trends that disrupted the workforce 360 degrees.
One of the gnawing realizations is freedom from stress. There is stress everywhere before you even get to work! If you are a working parent, you must take your child to a daycare every single day. You must deal with 1-3 hours of traffic, gas, car maintenance, etc. Officemates are dropping by your desk for small chitchats. Your boss or superior is hovering and breathing just on your neck. Work-to-Life Balance has been surpassing the need for money for several people as the motivation to take one job over another. People whose jobs allow it could work remotely. Therefore, leasing less and less office space.
ReInventHR is holding a summit to discuss just the psyche around what is happening globally. The challenges companies are dealing with, the next steps in addressing the talent shortage, and the development of new systems and working arrangements. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the summit has been rescheduled to the 18th of November.
Now that COVID-19 hit (amongst us), more people have realized that they could have been working from home this whole time. They have known that they can be as productive or even more when working (uninterrupted) from home. They feel happy to be “into” the lives of their family without feeling guilty. There is a strong pushback going on in companies that are forcing people back to the office full-time. The competition for high-quality employees is going to intensify. Companies with exceptional flexibility with remote work might take it for the “win”!
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