Why This is More Important Now than Ever
If you're new to management, now might seem like an odd time to think about Workforce Development. But if you've been in a Leadership position for a while, you know that this is one of the most important things you should be thinking about right now, for three very important reasons.
1. The Law of Inertia
It takes 8 times more energy to start an object into motion than to keep an object in motion. When your employees come back, it'll be like coming back from Christmas break. People will have gotten used to dressing casual and working on a different schedule. Even the most Type-A personality is going to be a slow starter when they return. It'll be your job to get everyone back on the same page, working as a team, and moving forward again.
2. Stress
Nerves get frayed, tempers grow short, and cabin fever sets in the longer people are cooped up at home. When your employees come back, they're going to be more stressed out than they've ever been.
3. Fear
What people fear most is what they understand the least, which is why everyone is FREAKING OUT over Coronavirus. Even when everyone is cleared to go back to work, they're still going to be freaked out. Many will look at their coworkers with suspicion, especially if they sneeze or cough. tensions will be high, and the atmosphere will NOT be pleasant.
