Communication Tips During COVID-19 in the Workplace
To date, there have been more than 100,000 reported cases of the disease in at least 114 countries. To support organizations, leaders and teams during this uncertain time, I created the following communication tips. Feel free to swipe this copy to use in your organization. I hope this helps. If you or your leaders need additional external executive or leadership coaching support, please complete the contact page information, I can help coach your leaders through this difficult time.
COVID 19 Healthy Workplace Communication Tips:
If you are feeling unwell, stay home! Your fellow co-workers, customers and peers will appreciate you NOT sharing your germs, whatever they may be!
Continue to practice good hygiene - washing hands for at least 30 seconds.
Please wipe down your workspace, desk and laptop regularly and thoroughly with wipes.
Please know that as a workplace, we are offering antibacterial wipes and alcohol-based hand sanitizer in common areas.
Limit unnecessary large group events - if you can connect virtually - please do so.
If you feel you may have come in contact with the virus - follow the protocols on the CDC website and take the appropriate next steps.
[Insert any additional sanitization updates the cleaning crews are taking to make the workplace safe for all involved]
[Insert any additional work remote policies, operational updates or wellness precautions]
[Share what your organization is doing to take preventive measures including remote work policies, etc.]
Here is a summary of our infection control policies, designed to help keep you safe: (list out)
As organizations, leaders, executive coaches and HR practitioners - it’s important to lead by example. Keep open lines of communication, follow the CDC guidelines. Keep perspective. And above all, stay calm, focused and well.
Below are a few additional reputable websites with resources and information as well: