The holiday season can bring cheer and excitement for many people. But the festivities and traditions may also add stress to some employees, which can result in issues in the workplace. In this post, meeting space rental provider 191 Works discusses common holiday workplace challenges and provides tips to handle them.
Low Productivity in the Office
Many employees are squeezing shopping and holiday preparations into their already hectic schedules. This could result in a shift in their focus that negatively affects their productivity. Managers should communicate the priorities of the organization. If there are challenges with a certain goal or deadline, work it out and offer guidance. When goals and targets have been achieved, or are not that pressing, management should try to accommodate flexible work schemes. A less stressed employee can be more productive and motivated.
Attendance Issues
Apart from shopping and holiday preparations, the holiday season is also the time for family get-togethers and parties. All these activities, though fun, can also be stressful. Add in cold weather, and now we have a perfect recipe for catching a cold. It is not surprising that many employees call in sick during this season.
Reduce the chances of illness in your office by maintaining cleanliness in your shared office spaces like the kitchen, pantry and meeting room. It is also advisable for the company to provide flu shots for their employees.
Company Parties
Parties at your office space rental are supposed to be fun. However, the presence of alcohol can turn a festive event into an embarrassing one. Be clear about company policies during office parties. It is probably best to limit the alcohol during these events.
Holiday Depression
Amid the festive atmosphere, it is easy to forget that someone in your workplace may not be feeling that excited during the holidays. They could be recovering from a loss or currently in a difficult situation. The holiday celebrations may bring even more loneliness for them. Some companies have programs for mental health. It is a good time to post a reminder about these services.
191works offers quality office space for rent, meeting rooms and virtual office solutions. Call us at (203) 221-2600 or visit us at 191 Post Road West, Westport, CT. You can also fill out our contact form for any inquiries.
