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Authored by Katerin Rodriguez, Summer Intern ’21 

Despite the rise in the Delta variant, COVID-19 pandemic regulations are lifting in some areas and workplaces are slowly reopening. This uncertainty is creating more resistance for employees about returning to work. 

It is normal to be stressed about returning to work, as we’re all more mindful than ever about our personal safety and our families’ health. Organizations can help reassure their staff by communicating a clear Return-To-Work-Strategy. 

 Follow Pandemic Practices/Guidelines  

• Communication Templates to Communicate with Employees 
• Onsite contact-tracing 

 It’s okay to still practice everyday preventative actions, per recommendation by the CDC. Many organizations are offering the flexibility of working from home or a hybrid approach. Additionally, organizations should be communicating with their workforce frequently through: 

• Frequent updates to keep employees informed of any changes in the office 
• Discussing and providing training, information or resources that may help your organization get back up to speed 

 It’s also important for management to implement two-way communications in order to listen to employee concerns about returning to the workplace.  

Resources: Effective COVID Communications with Employees

Listen to CommCore CEO Andy Gilman’s interview with FIR Podcast Network’s EE Voice on how company leadership can view the challenge of COVID vaccine communications as an opportunity to strengthen company culture, improve morale and build trust as you return to work after COVID.

CEO Magazine: COVID Vaccine Lessons From the Tylenol Crisis

PR Daily: Why You Should Start Planning Now for Your Covid-19 Vaccine Rollout

Business Wire: CommCore Consulting Group Launches Project RESTART to help Organizations Navigate COVID Recovery, Increase Vaccine Compliance and Support Public Health

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For More Effective COVID Communications with Employees, Contact CommCore

Still unsure about communicating with your employees about COVID-19?

We are available and can put you in touch with the right person to help with your specific challenge. To discuss a diagnostic for your organization or for more information on Project RESTART, fill out our contact request form or call CommCore Consulting at +1 (202) 659-4177.