This is a time when companies will shine for us or fail us. We will be able to see by their actions whether they practice what they preach. The smartest companies will be able to put people first and still make money. That may mean making tough decisions up front. We’re
all in it for the long run, after all.
My friend, Bridget Bosch Adell, posted on Facebook her opinion about the difference between treating employees like they are essential vs expendable, and I couldn’t agree more! She says that many companies are calling their employees essential but they are treating them like they are expendable because they are not giving them the tools and protection to take care of themselves. For instance, a grocery store line may have people standing 6 feet away from each other, but the distance between the cashier and the customer is always less than 6 feet (mind blown, but so true!). This is a time when our country is more dependent than ever on those who go to the front line for us every day. For some people, they are ready and willing to take up their post. For others, they have no choice. If they don’t, they will lose their job and it becomes a downward spiral from there. I want to back the companies who back their employees.
I’m curious on what companies are doing great and which are not doing so great for their employees in this time. Feel free to comment on what you’re seeing out there. I’m watching.
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