A lot has been said and written about how businesses and organizations are managing the disruptions caused by the pandemic. They have undoubtedly made the most of digital tools and technologies to enable remote working in a short time.
However, the conversation remains singularly focused on Zoom fatigue, work-life balance, and mental well-being when it comes to the workforce. There is a lack of discourse and discussion around how insecure and unstable employees feel currently and what they intend to do about it.
Some recent reports and surveys help us understand the current mind space of the workforce better:
What does your employee feel and experience from the moment they apply for a job at your organization? How confident do they feel during the onboarding process, and how much time does it take for them to take charge of their role? How are their complaints addressed, and how is it communicated to them? Are your employees recognized for their successes? Finding the answers to these questions will help you define, design, and cultivate the right employee experience for your workforce.
Think beyond monetary compensation when it comes to retaining talent. Focus on other aspects of the workforce, including learning, mentorship, offering room to innovate and experiment, setting a culture of putting employee well-being first, responsible business practices, and clear communication. Recent surveys and trends have shown that remuneration is no longer the biggest factor for employees while choosing an organization, and you must respond to these changing expectations.
The unpredictability of the future is anxiety-inducing for employees as well, and you must help them learn the latest skills to help them stay productive and relevant. Design a comprehensive upskilling and reskilling framework for every employee in your organization to help them understand the changing nature of the work and get them up to speed with the digitalization of existing processes.
Finally, make a conscious effort to put your employees’ well-being before everything else. Note that well-being includes mental and emotional health as well, and we need to stop boxing it in concepts like medical insurance. Create policies that support employees in achieving a work-life balance and prevent burnout. Remember, a healthy and happy employee is at the core of all successful businesses.
In the context of the above information, here are five key takeaways for HR departments and senior leadership teams:
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