The Spin Episode 9 - The New Normal

Episode 9: The New Normal 

Introduction

As we start to open back up in Ontario and across the globe, in Episode 9 of The Spin we talk about the considerations for individuals and organizations. Many have spoken about the silver lining that comes from the pandemic and the opportunity it presents to reimagine the next normal when it comes to work. We talk through some of the elements.

We also share some of our reactions to the tragic murder of George Floyd and the actions we’re personally taking.

Enjoy.

Opening Up Considerations

The organizational considerations are far reaching. Organizations are thinking through how they safely get their people back to work and introducing new protocols. Recognizing the complexity, where it’s an option many companies are sticking with the remote working arrangement (or distributed teams) and giving people the choice about whether they return to the office. It’s worth noting that only about 40% of people working have the option to work remotely.

Here is a link to Tesla’s return to work protocol if you fancy a read.

As individuals we all need to make our own decisions about our risk tolerance. We talked through the importance of taking more a ‘heart’ response and taking into consideration individual’s circumstances when thinking through how to best open up the office.

Reimagining Work

Many organizations are adapting to the new normal and some are using the ‘perfect storm’ to reimagine work. This reimagined workplace includes the opportunity to be much more aligned to new societal values, being more purpose driven and thinking differently about how work gets done. Lots to talk about in future episodes!

Hi lo end of the show

• If you’d like to find out more about the work that Scleroderma Canada is doing follow this link
• If you want to tap your feet to Kristen’s band Cheat Notes take a listen here
• This is the link to the interview from Emanuel Acho 

Take aways

1. Make sure you feel comfortable with your own risk tolerance
2. Find a voice and speak up (if you feel comfortable doing so!) if people aren’t doing the right thing
3. Be considerate of others as you go about getting back to the new normal
4. Start to find your own way of getting back to normal – take a walk in at Mount Nemo for example!
5. Keep being kind

Until next time!

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