The rise of Covid-19 earlier this year has caused widespread economic instability and placed many businesses and industries in danger of closing. In fact, quite a few establishments have already shut down due to the lockdown. However, there are organizations that continue to persist despite it all, mainly due to their ability to adapt to the situation at hand. One thing’s for sure, the current global health hazard is changing how things are being done – and many of the secrets to the successful transformation of a business into the new normal lies in how engaged their workforce is in supporting their organization during these difficult times. If you are an employee and are looking for ways to be helpful to your employer during this coronavirus outbreak, then read on for five different ways to do just that.
1) Look For Ways To Cut Costs – Expenses are a major problem right now for most businesses, since the coronavirus lockdown has severely affected revenues across the board. If you can find ways to save on your employer’s resources, then offer up your suggestions to the management. Not only will this score good points with your superiors, but you would also have contributed to the survival of your company, and by extension of that, your own job.
2) Be The Light – Go the extra mile when dealing with your fellow co-workers. This could mean anything from just a simple, polite greeting to always extending the benefit of the doubt towards your peers when things are not going as planned. This whole pandemic has caused much anxiety, stress, and depression over the lives of many – and the best way to deal with this is to avoid creating even more problems. A workforce that is conducive to collaboration and teamwork is always a benefit to its organization, and it is much easier to survive if there is less toxicity and disrespect at the office.
3) Increase Your Output – Your employer pays you an agreed upon amount as your salary in exchange for a specified amount of work. But if you find ways to increase your output within the same time frame, then you have chosen to become an even more cost-efficient asset of your team. If there are wasteful processes in your routine, plan how you can remove them while improving your general performance. Furthermore, always try to innovate solutions to problems and issues you encounter along the way. Any improvements you make on yourself and on any procedure at work may prove your dedication to your job and get management to notice that you may be “leadership material”.
4) Post Good Things About Your Company Online – Most people these days spend enormous amounts of time posting and sharing things on social media and other online platforms. One good way to make use of this leisure time is to try talking about the good deeds or important actions your employer is embarking on to help society deal with the Coronavirus. For example, if your company drafts new policies to ensure the safety and health of your clients, then by all means spread the good news by posting it online! Doing so will not only inform people that you are open for business, but it acts as good publicity that may attract more interest towards your business.
5) Comply With Gov’t Regulations – Do everything it takes to comply with government regulations. If your employer has remote working options set up, then apply for it, since that would allow you to work without leaving your home (keeping you safe from Covid-19). But if you must go out, make sure to keep your facemask on properly, even if they can be uncomfortable. Failure to adhere to the guidelines set forth by the Government may lead to unpleasant encounters with local authorities, but most importantly, could heighten the chances of outbreak due to the irresponsible handling of physical distancing protocols.
Tukko Labs would like to encourage all business owners out there, big, and small, to stay strong during these times by finding ways to stay afloat amidst all the difficulties. Remember, Tukko Labs is here if you need a helping hand. Contact us right now and learn more about what we can do for you.