“Giving employees the space to speak openly about current events—and other issues that affect their lives—helps them show up to work as their authentic selves and feel more connected to their colleagues and their company.”
Rohshann Pilla President, Aquent Talent
A recent Gallup poll found that 1 in 4 fully remote workers feel isolated and lonely. This trend poses a significant challenge as remote and hybrid work become more permanent fixtures in the modern workplace. The issue is the focus of an article in Fast Company by the President of Aquent Talent, Rohshann Pilla. To combat isolation among remote workers, Pilla encourages employers to foster community and connection through three key strategies: establishing Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that offer safe spaces for open dialogue, encouraging casual conversations via channels dedicated to shared interests, and offering flexible opportunities for connection, such as virtual meet-ups and team-building activities. Pilla writes that, by taking these steps, employers can help reduce feelings of isolation, support mental health, and ensure that remote work does not equate to working alone.
This article originally appeared on Fast Company.
