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In recent weeks, many companies have had to embrace telecommuting and remote work in order to continue to operate during the quarantines that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused. These changes challenge all employees, but they may be particularly difficult for parents. With school facilities closed and children at home, the lines between work life and personal life […]

As we become more comfortable working from home, the next question on the minds of many companies is: How can we keep people inspired and motivated through social distancing times? In a post-COVID-19 world, companies will benefit from the learnings of the current virtual work experiences. A recent World Economic Forum study on employment trends found that

COVID-19 has taken a toll on Holly Petroff’s wellbeing. One that took a while for her to realize. Petroff, executive vice president at Great Place To Work™ , told attendees of our weekly “Together” webinar that she was going full-steam at the outset of the “shelter-at-home” period last month. She even teased her husband for

Photo: Jimmy Etheredge, CEO, North America, Accenture. The Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™ are known for helping clients make wise decisions in tough situations. No wonder they are leading the way during the COVID-19 crisis. Best Workplaces in this industry are putting their employees’ experience first during the pandemic, even as they guide customers through

If you are anything like me, you probably think you are doing just fine in the midst of this COVID-19 crisis. Yes, it’s scary and unsettling…but I can handle a lot and while it is stressful – I’m doing just fine. Just ask anyone…except maybe my son, who saw me get scratchy with him for a teasing comment

Postponing surveys could erode trust, exacerbate employee anxiety, and bar opportunities for building a stronger workplace culture.  In a short time, the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted companies around the world. It has forced us to lead during uncertainty, learn how to telecommute effectively while avoiding burnout, get better at communicating with remote workers (and engaging them) and much more. It’s been a

  As the coronavirus spreads through the world, many companies are choosing to switch to remote work to protect their employees from COVID-19. Other organizations find themselves forced to adapt as cities and states mandate shelter-in-place. Remote work is a valuable tool as companies try to minimize disruptions and keep operations running as close to

While COVID-19 forces us to be socially distant, it’s crucial to be emotionally close. People are social creatures. Organizations are social institutions. Our research shows the best and most successful ones have the highest levels of connection, trust, caring, and emotional safety. COVID-19 is challenging us like never before. The solution: focusing even more on