There have been so many changes recently when it comes to our life and because of the recent pandemic and massive change we have all been through, working life has changed dramatically. Many of us took time away from the usual workplace and have worked from home, or not even worked at all. Which now means with things starting to get back to some normality, we will need to think about how working has changed, how we can adapt and also what changes we may now want to make.
We all spend a lot of our time working, and recently that will have changed for most of us, so getting back to work might fill you with anxiety. It might have also given you the time to rethink your career choices and make some changes to what you want to do with the future. With all of those things in mind, here are some of the things to do and ways that you can get back to work safely and to help you feel secure in your line of work as we all navigate this new normal.
Do you love the job that you do?
One of the first questions to ask yourself is whether or not you enjoy the job that you currently do. Not all of us are fortunate enough to be in a position where we have a career that we feel passionate about. So it might be time to start thinking about the changes you could make. It might mean that you need to head back to college or study at home for psychiatry careers opportunities. Maybe you need to retrain or gain extra qualifications so that you can take that next step on the career ladder or move companies. It may even mean that you have to take a wage cut to start from scratch again and work your way up. All of the decisions making when it comes to this question will be scary, and you might often ask yourself whether it is worth it. But to feel passionate about your work means that everyday will feel good and positive,, which will have a positive impact on other aspects of your life.
Social distancing
We now face a new normal where a term such a social distancing has become part and parcel of our vocabulary. It means that we now need to consider how we work together with our teams but also how we deal with potential customers and clients face to face. It is a strange situation to find our lives in, but it is a paramount example of what can help us to feel safe in the workplace. Remind yourself of how close you are to others. Avoid things like handshakes and find alternative ways to greet people in a professional manner.
Face masks may be the new normal for you
In many customer facing roles and businesses, you now may face the prospect of having to wear personal protective equipment or at the very least a face mask. This can be a big deal to many as it can feel restrictive and make you feel claustrophobic. Some have said there isn’t much evidence regarding face masks, but there is a lot of information that backs up the fact that face masks can give you extra protection and help you to feel safe. A face mask can be bought now, and there are some lovely fabric ones that can feel kinder to your skin and more comfortable to wear than hospital style ones. Make sure you follow procedures for the safety of yourself as well as others around you.
How about continuing to work flexibly and from home?
Has COVID-19 shown you that you can easily work from home? Without having much of a choice, many people have found that they needed to work from home during the peak of the pandemic but it actually worked out for many. Video conferencing, Technology that can be used at home, computers, email and phones made it possible for people to still do their jobs, even from their living rooms. So why not continue this? If it worked for you then it could be a great way to consider continuing this and managing your workload more effectively. It can also help you to get a better working life balance.
Let’s hope these tips help you get back into a new work routine and make some safe adjustments to working life after COVID.
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