
As we shift to this temporary “new normal” of reduced travel, social distancing, and working from home, we are at risk of feeling disconnected from our coworkers. Not only can this cause a decrease in engagement, but it can also reduce job satisfaction, limit productivity, and create a divide between managers and employees.
As with any change, it will be uncomfortable to shift to spending more time in your house and away from the office. However, if you find yourself (or you see others) exhibiting any of the symptoms below, it could mean that you are gliding down a fast track toward disconnection and isolation.
There are several things you can do to stay connected with your team while working remotely.
If you are leading a team and see the disconnected signs in any of your team members, you can also take the following steps to help bring them back to an engaged, productive mindset.
Disconnection and isolation can be a huge drain on productivity and impact to your overall well being. However, recognizing the signs early and implementing preventative steps can help to mitigate the risks and allow for a challenging situation to result in an opportunity for stronger connections, improved satisfaction, and the best possible performance for you and your team!
Judy partners with executives and leadership teams to engage and inspire employees in a way that delivers sustainable strategic results. She brings deep expertise and creative ideas to solve organizational effectiveness issues and closely collaborates in a way that builds internal capabilities. Judy has spent over 25 years consulting in a variety of industries, bringing her expertise in behavior to a wide range of organizational issues including organizational behavior change, leadership, change management, culture and engagement.
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