{"id":4482,"date":"2020-06-03T09:01:46","date_gmt":"2020-06-03T01:01:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dollarsandsense.sg\/business\/?p=4482"},"modified":"2020-06-03T09:06:34","modified_gmt":"2020-06-03T01:06:34","slug":"ways-bosses-can-support-their-employees-mental-well-being-while-working-remotely","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dollarsandsense.sg\/business\/ways-bosses-can-support-their-employees-mental-well-being-while-working-remotely\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Ways Bosses Can Support Their Employees’ Mental Well-Being While Working Remotely"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In uncertain times like these, mental health is more important than ever. Yet, it might be difficult to do so when we lose our usual forms of face-to-face interaction, such as team lunches, cohesion activities, or simply chatting at the pantry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 4 things bosses, managers, or seniors can do to support their team members, even while everyone is working remotely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1 Reach Out Regularly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dropping by your employees\u2019 work stations may no longer be possible, but a quick IM or video call are alternative ways to show that you care. Boosting the company\u2019s morale and keeping the team motivated, especially during tough times, is important for productivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Online team lunches, for instance, is a great way to stay connected. Don\u2019t be afraid to extend the conversation to beyond work, as this will allow you to find out how employees are coping and the challenges they\u2019re facing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Small business owners can also consider sending care packages to employees, to show your appreciation as well as to boost the morale of your team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2 Practice Empathy In All Interactions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As the company adjusts to working from home, it\u2019s crucial to ensure the comfortability and adaptability of the team. Every individual has different needs, whether it\u2019s juggling between parental and work duties or facing anxiety over uncertainty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hence, it\u2019s important to exercise a little more flexibility when managing the team. For instance, scheduling meetings at a time that best fits everyone (to the best of your abilities).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3 Create Online Communities And Platforms For Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Working from home can be isolating. Creating online groups (be it exercise groups, parent groups) will help to foster interaction amongst the team whilst maintaining their bond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These groups can also be used to foster self-care – an important aspect, especially during challenging times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An act as simple as sharing tips for eating healthy or sleeping better can benefit both employees individually while fostering a sense of community within the organisation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read Also: <\/strong><\/em>5 Work-From-Home Apps To Help Keep You Focused And Organised<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4 Set The Example For Other Team Members To Follow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In times of uncertainty, employees will undoubtedly turn to their leader for guidance. Whether it\u2019s tweaking the business model or making structural changes, you have to have a clear sense of direction before leading the company towards the goal. Communication is also vital – be sure to set up guidelines and if possible, timelines so that the team knows how and what to work towards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read Also: <\/strong><\/em>4 Things Business Owners Should Consider Doing in 2020, To Prepare Their Company For A Post-Pandemic World<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Given the challenging times we now live in, prioritising an individual\u2019s well-being should be more important than ever. With the creation of an empathetic, supportive work culture, you can contribute to a healthy and productive team.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"In uncertain times like these, mental and emotional well-being is more important than ever.\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":4485,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[93],"tags":[183,204,283,138],"yoast_head":"\n4 Ways Bosses Can Support Their Employees' Mental Well-Being While Working Remotely | DollarsAndSense Business<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Here are actionable steps leaders can take to foster a compassionate, supportive culture for the mental and emotional wellness of their teams.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" 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