Team building in a post-Covid world can be challenging, but it's essential to get it right. While we can't predict the future of our work environment, we do know that the pandemic has profoundly impacted the way we work and manage our teams. At Candibox, we've seen companies succeed and struggle during this time. The ones that have adapted their vision and been transparent in their development and communication have grown and laid a solid foundation for the future.
CEOs are now redefining workplace culture as "Work Wherever, Forever." Remote access has become normalised, fuelling the digital transformation of companies of all sizes. In a post-Covid world, physical and remote working will blend, making it unlikely for businesses and their teams to return to the traditional desk and barrier communication. According to recent surveys in the UK, 65% of employees believe they are more productive working from home than in an open-plan office. However, 55% miss the social opportunities that come with being in the office, like the coffee machine moments and corridor laughs, where organic workplace bonding occurs, reducing barriers and empowering open discussion.
It's important to recognise that everyone's pandemic experience has been unique. There will inevitably be mental health discussions required, and support will be needed for people to process trauma and manage anxiety as they ease into the new "norm." The pandemic has affected people across many areas of their lives, and we need to build them up from their current foundations.
We hope that the new company template is adjustable for all. At Candibox, we believe in prioritising team building and cultivating an environment where people feel connected and supported. As we continue to navigate this new world, we will continue to evolve and adapt, always keeping our team at the centre of everything we do.
