The decisions for many employers to start a remote workforce were made and executed in a hurry as the coronavirus pandemic escalated quickly and the new normal set in. Employees who may have thrived in a social office setting are suddenly finding the alone time unsettling, while others may wish they were alone as they share workspace with a partner and/or their children.
It has made it more difficult than ever for companies to keep staff feeling engaged, happy, and fulfilled – which can lead to stressed, less productive employees. Motivating employees to engage with health and well-being programs should be a high priority for all organizations. This may mean reexamining the programs that were put in place for employees pre-COVID-19 to ensure the benefits and services meet the changing needs of a remote workforce.
