Easing the Transition Back to the Office
Returning to the office—whether it’s something your company is in the process of, planning in the near future, or has already done—is likely a huge shift for employees and employers. With this in mind, it’s important to find a back-to-office plan that works for the whole company. A plan that keeps folks safe, supported, and spirited with their return to work (or continued WFH) status.
Most office return plans will fall under these categories:
A full-time return to the physical office for all employees.
A hybrid approach, where:
Employees work part-time in the office and part time from home.
Some employees are in-office full time, and some are working from home full time.
A fully-remote approach, where employees only go to the office if absolutely necessary.
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Health & Wellness
Regardless of the type of office-return plan your company decides to pursue, the health and safety of employees should be the top priority. It’s imperative to be mindful of the stress and/or anxiety people may be feeling toward returning to a physical workplace and having in-person interactions with coworkers and clients.
Gift idea: Plant. Studies have shown that having plants in the office could help reduce stress levels.
Auden Bamboo Lap Desk
Workplace Makeover
Depending on the company, the office itself may undergo reorganization to accommodate health regulations. Some common options include setting up fewer workstations (or having them set farther apart) or staggering in-house employee schedules to reduce the number of people at the office at any given time. These are effective ways to ensure that your employees will feel safe in returning to the office.
Gift idea: Bamboo Lap Desk. Whether you’re shuffling from your desk into a meeting room or hoping off your couch to take a call, this portable lap desk will help your employees move from place to place with ease.
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Working From Home: The New Normal
If the future of your office is headed toward an entirely remote workforce, there are still ways to stay connected with your team, and show that you care about their well being and work-life balance.
Gift idea: Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones. Whether readjusting to a newly reorganized office, or continuing to work from home, a tool to help avoid distraction is a must. Make it an awesome branding opportunity by adding your company logo or slogan.
Whether your office is opening back in full, going completely remote, or somewhere in between, it’s important to have a welcoming environment that acknowledges that your team’s needs come first. In the wake of the pandemic, “returning to the office” holds a whole new meaning. Along with creating the appropriate accommodations, celebrate your team’s perseverance and triumphant return to the office with a fun gift or two!
Let’s create the perfect Going Back to the Office Kit for your company. Connect with us at hello@designlikewhoa.com to get started.