The past two years have been rough. The pandemic has caused an irreversible and permanent change to all of us. From remote working to the negative impacts on people’s mental state, not everyone is looking forward to going back to how things used to be. Employers will have to make accommodations and adjustments to the office to entice and welcome people back, to make them feel safe. Here are some ideas to create an environment where your employees would want to return to.

Provide a Clean Environment

Variants of COVID are spreading, affecting those that are vaccinated. Ensuring that the work place is cleaned rigorously and the space is installed with a strong ventilation system will put everyone at ease while they’re working there.

Properly Spaced and Equipped Lounging Area

Employees need space to let loose during the work day. Having a wide open lounging area with basic amenities like drinks, comfy seats, and an organized/aesthetically pleasing area can help employees refresh themselves. Installing a TV for employees to watch relevant videos, newscasts, employee meetings or the occasional movie (company sanctioned of course!) would be a nice touch as well.

Embrace Hybrid Workflow

The pandemic proved that people are able to work remotely without hindering productivity. Allowing employees the leeway to work remotely when they wish is something that can not only ease the transition, but also give them a break when there are aspects in the work space that are making them feel uncomfortable. We have adjusted ourselves to working alone. Suddenly snapping us back into an era long gone will hit anybody with backlash and anxiety. A balance between the two styles would be the ultimate compromise that can ultimately lead to employees wanting to return to the office.