Friday, August 07, 2020

Living with Corona Times -- HBR tells us How to Prepare Yourself for a Return to the Office


Harvard Business Review tells us How to Prepare Yourself for a Return to the Office

In the coming weeks, as quarantine restrictions loosen, companies around the world will begin bringing people back to the workplace.
While some may be eager to finally get out of their house, a good number of people are still anxious. And if you’re among them, you aren’t alone.
Seventy percent of over 1,000 workers in a survey said there are several factors preventing them from wanting to return to work, with 51% citing fear of getting sick as their major worry.
For others, fear of using public transportation and having no reliable solutions for childcare or homeschooling are also concerns.

To prepare yourself for the transition back to the office, here are some approaches to minimize the stress and adapt as quickly as possible.
  • Monitor your anxiety.
  • Stock up on patience and flexibility.
  • Manage expectations.
  • Be a source of joy.
  • Stay focused on the bigger story.

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