Editor’s Note

With businesses reopening slowly, there are too many rules and regulations to be followed. Also, there is much uncertainty about what our “new normal” will look like, both for employers and employees. Several drastic changes are currently unfolding that will shape how future workplace operations and culture develops. Check out a few interesting articles in this issue that focus on the topic, ‘returning to work.’
 

Mark Kirstein’s article, What Our ‘New Normal’ Will Look Like As Businesses Reopen, talks about why organizations should take steps to ensure they’re better equipped and more prepared to endure future pandemics and market uncertainty.

Undoubtedly, having a large group of people return to a worksite requires plenty of planning and foresight. How many employees should return at once? How can we help employees navigate large groups of people in shared spaces, conference rooms, and more? What are some ways to help employees remember to practice healthy hygiene habits throughout the day? Check out Reed Erickson’s article, Practical Tips For Returning To Work In Office Spaces, for more insights into this topic.

Returning to work during COVID-19 is a process — not an event. Employees in certain regions may still be reluctant to return to the office anytime soon and all employees will need to know their employer is taking steps to ensure their safety. Read Sean Bell’s article, 5 Critical Stages To Return To Work, for a five-stage Work Readiness Model, for not only getting back to work but coming out on the other side of COVID-19 better and stronger than ever.

Also included are a few articles on Diversity & Inclusion. Thomas Shelden Griggs’ article, 12 Critical Success Factors For DEI, talks about how it is possible to make real progress in the D&I space in a surprisingly short time. The Blueprint For Inclusive Leadership That We Need Right Now by Jesse Bridges discusses 4 key steps to defining “inclusive leadership”

Apart from these articles, we also have a few other informative articles that focus on different facets of talent management in today’s organizations. We hope you enjoy reading all the articles and look forward to receiving your feedback.

Stay Safe!
 

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