Tips for Thriving in the ‘New Normal’ Workplace
You’ve most likely been at home for a long time, and reestablishing your routines may be difficult. Perhaps you are still hesitant to use public transit.
Maybe all that face-to-face time with your coworkers feels excessive. Perhaps your personal life has infiltrated your professional life, making it difficult to revert to old habits.
Speak with your coworkers and managers. No one knows your position better than those with whom you share it.Include opportunities for social interaction, particularly
if some employees are returning to work.If your family is at home, take breaks to interact with them. “Even a few minutes can make a big difference,” says the author.
“We’re in a difficult time, and dealing with stress, whether in person or electronically, is physically and mentally demanding. If we don’t take care of ourselves, we won’t be able to function at work or at home at the end of the day.