coming back from wfh

How to step forward, not back

This article originally appeared on the Bizstory Content blog in June 2020.

After six-plus weeks of working from home, many of us are now excitedly preparing to move back into our offices in the next week or so. However, with that news comes a second wave of adjustment.

We fought so hard to adapt quickly to our new normal of remote working, but those gains now seem like they have to be switched off or turned back. Or do they?

Whether you’re looking forward to being back at your desk or dreading the move, there are things you can do to ensure you’re bringing the positive aspects of your experience along with you.

Here’s our first aid kit for personal recovery from the lockdown. It is your guide to integrating the positive, the negative, and the surprising learnings from your WFH experience into your new normal going forward.