“May you live in interesting times” is an old curse, which like Covid-19 is purported to originate in China. However, the reality of living and running a business is more than “interesting” at the moment, in what is a very challenging environment.
Current measures are all about keeping people safe. People we love, family, friends, colleagues, team mates, and customers, along with the elderly and those with underlying health problems that have heightened risk.
But how do we do that, while trying to keep a business running?
Finding clients is one thing, and much can be achieved with online promotion and communications, but how do you keep your remote staff motivated and feeling like part of the team when working at home? It will be a challenging time for many people and businesses large and small, as we adjust to what is hopefully a temporary, all be it global problem.
Technology has enabled many companies to change the way we work and the use of freely available video conferencing tools means that we can still enjoy the virtual face to face meetings that build relationships with colleagues and customers alike. But, having been a home office worker before, I know from experience that it requires discipline, the ability to slip into work mode and ignore the distractions. It can also be lonely and for many the need to feel part of team to keep motivated is essential.
This can be achieved by regular video conferencing with colleagues and management to ensure that goals and targets are set. This also allows the reading of non-verbal clues to enable additional support for those that are struggling without the day to day contact and camaraderie of the office environment.
One area that can help, is feeling that you look like part of the team and are ready for work.
One easy way to do this is wearing a corporate branded shirt, so that when video conferencing with clients and colleagues, there is an instant visual connection with the workplace. Even the use of corporate tools like branded pens and mouse pads can help reinforce the feeling of belonging required for home office working.
OK you ask - so how do we actually do that in these uncertain times? (Yes it’s a qualified and caring sales pitch…, so please read on to see how we can help)
There are tools to help make sure the garment sizing is correct, and of course you are welcome to borrow samples. As a business, we will isolate any sample that has been tried on for 24 hours before going back to the showroom which should eliminate any risk and clean if we feel there is an issue.
Turnaround for embroidered shirts is about 7-10 days at the moment and branded promotional items around 2-3 weeks. There are many options, though it has to be said that branded hand sanitizers are out of stock for a couple of months…
We have ordered industrial hand sanitizers to be installed for clients and staff throughout the showroom and premises to ensure that risks via hand contact are minimized as far as possible at every stage of the process and are following strict hand washing protocols along with disinfecting hard surfaces on a regular basis.
Please give us a call if you would like to discuss the above. Always happy to help.
Ashley
Fully Promoted Perth CBD
Unit 2, 422 Newcastle Street
West Perth Western Australia 6005
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