As this pandemic drags on, it's increasingly affecting the mental health of those working from home. Surveys are beginning to show that a growing number of those in this situation are tired, stressed, burned out, discouraged, distracted, and depressed. In yesterday’s message, I talked about the need for leaders to be resilient and compassionate: to those I am suggesting they’re also going to have to be more empathic when dealing with these growing mental health issues, all of which can affect an employee’s personal as well as the organization’s overall performance. Leaders need to step up and start doing the things that will deal with these issues, like being mindful of your employee’s issues and needs, being flexible when scheduling work and meetings, creating a safe environment where people feel a sense of belonging, being understanding and adapting when unique circumstances arise, making sure people are receiving the information they need, when they need it, and talking openly about how all of this may be affecting you. Covid-19 may be a turning point in workplace mental health and the best leaders are being part of the solution, not the problem. Stand up and actively deal with the issues your employees are facing today.
Nikos Kazantzakis (1883 – 1957): Greek writer who was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature nine times
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