Episode D.038 Reimagining the Post Pandemic Work Environment

Show Objectives
Nobody knows what the future holds for office employees. Does everyone come back to the office? Will all staff work remotely? Or will there be a hybrid? Today we will explore what the future “office life” could look like post pandemic. This month’s theme is Agile. Agile means that we think, we plan, we execute and we evaluate. Let’s explore what the future could look like for you and your teams. 

What you Need to Know
Not every business is the same and not every person in the business is either. Some may want a social work environment while others prefer to work alone. Some may have health concerns or new family responsibilities to manage while others are feeling isolation. Communication and Compassion will be your guide as you develop your post pandemic plan.

​Exploring Options
What options do you have as a business owner? As I reflect on my military experience, especially in the area of unit deployments, I see you have three possible courses of action:
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1. All Employees return to the office
2. All Employees work from home
3. Hybrid Solution- swing shifts or permanent assignments

What You Need to Do
Now is the time to get feedback from your teams. What has been their experience over the past few months? What is their desire moving forward? Taking an Agile approach is key here. Collect data from everyone involved, analyze the data and design a plan. Expect some type failure early on as your team gets their “battle rhythm.” Improvise, Adapt and Overcome.  

​written by: Donna Kunde