Many countries have announced plans to reopen or relax border restrictions as Covid-19 becomes the new norm. The early moves to relax precautions, based on declining or flattening case counts in recent days, could be another watershed moment in a nearly two-year pandemic that has been littered with them. This means that more businesses are allowing their employees to return to work.
How Does Hybrid Work?
A hybrid workplace is a business model that combines remote and office work. It may differ from organization to organization, but it typically includes the onsite presence of a core group, with others free to come and go as they please, within reason.
In general, the hybrid workplace allows employees to fit work around their lives rather than structuring work around fixed hours logged into an office. For many employees and employers, it's the ideal balance of productive work, reduced stress, and reduced commuting.
Ways to Manage Hybrid Working and How to Make it Work for You
- Take Care of your Employees
Employees are important assets to your business. As some people return to work, leaders must ensure that those who remain on the front lines are appreciated, recognized, and cared for. Employers must also ensure that there are safety protocols in place, such as vaccination requirements, before allowing employees to enter the premises. This will give them a sense of emotional or psychological safety. - Meet your People Where They are
There may be times when you hear a dog barking or a child screaming in the background of your meeting, but this does not always have to be a bad thing. The best workplaces welcome these because they demonstrate humanity.
Great workplaces are also time-flexible, rather than requiring everyone to return at a specific time. Good leaders understand that work is only a part of a person's life, not their entire life. - Don’t neglect culture
Companies can incorporate culture-building activities into team gatherings, such as catching up with team members for a few minutes every Monday morning. Because it demonstrates that you care, this could help employees improve their mood and set the tone for the day. - Make Sure Your Company has the Right Tools
It is critical to invest in the appropriate tools and equipment for each team's situation, such as a strong Wi-Fi signal, headsets, and webcams. This increases team productivity and ensures a productive workplace.
A good resource management platform will also keep your company organized by streamlining projects and automating workflow.

