Nobody in America or around the world saw the pandemic coming and the future of work after Covid has changed greatly. The pandemic has made us look at everything differently. We have had to find new ways of doing things, and this includes the way we relate to people, the way we socialize, the way we work and how we work. So many people have had to change jobs. So many people have lost their jobs. And so many people have had to hustle for work. For those companies who have managed to stay afloat, and many have done surprisingly well, they have had to find new ways to look after their staff and their customers.

What does looking after staff mean?

Covid-19 means that things in a workplace are unsettled. The future of work may feel precarious for many people, and that includes employers and employees. Everyone has to find new ways; new ways to feel secure and new ways to feel safe. Employers must look after their staff, and this includes looking after their health. Employers need to ensure that all Covid-19 protocols are followed and that if staff get sick, they look after them.

Woman looking into the future of work

As an employer, you may not know where to turn with looking after staff and what the right protocols are. This is not only about health, it’s about salaries, incentives, bonuses, medical aids, unemployment and more. The surety we all once had, has gone.

There are plenty of online forums that will give you advice. There are coaching platforms that you can turn to, that will also give you advice. You can get a consultant in and be assessed. Whatever you do, the future of work after Covid is different, and if you need help in making decisions, get the help.