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5 Encouraging Ways to Manage Coronavirus in the Workplace
WHO (The World Health Organisation) has declared the Covid-19, or as more commonly known, the coronavirus, a pandemic. How does this affect those in the workplace and their sick leave? In essence, nothing really changes – you simply follow your company’s sick leave protocol and policies, as laid out. For employees, if you’re sick, you put a sick leave request in. If you’re required to submit a doctor’s certificate, do so. And, above all, if you feel unwell and have any of the symptoms associated with the coronavirus, then rather stay off work. The question that is coming up is, “what if I have exhausted my sick leave, what now?” Well, unfortunately, then it will be put in as unpaid leave, should you stay off for longer than your sick days allowed. What we do suggest from an employers point of view is the following: Ensure you have given your staff all the information about Covid-19 so that they understand the risk and how to look after themselves Encourage sick employees to rather stay at home and where possible (especially where sick leave has been used up, set up a remote working office for them). For the most part, the symptoms are very much like having a cold or flu – and one is still able to function Be doubly careful with cleaning arrangements – in fact – have your cleaners in more often Where employees or management must travel, advise them on the precautions and where they are travelling to very high risk areas, consider delaying or postponing Limit face-to-face meetings and encourage remote access meetings via Skype, Zoom, WhatsApp, etc. One can still continue with work via these virtual methods We are here to assist with any questions you may have that hasn’t already been communicated by the government and other parties. Get in touch at https://westcoastpersonnel.co.za/find-staff/. Follow us on Facebook to keep up to date.
ARE SA MILLENNIALS RUINING THEIR CHANCES OF FINDING WORK?
While millennials are still looked at as the now generation and we expect great things from them, they are, most of them at least, finding it tough to find jobs.
DO THIS WHEN YOU HAVE NO MOTIVATION LEFT
It happens to the best of us. It can hit you in a blast or it can slowly creep up on you, knocking you down inch by inch. Staying motivated can be tough. When you have looked for all possible pick-me-ups, when you have listened to all the podcasts you can find, and yet you still cannot find the motivation to get up and busy, then you need to dig deeper. First, look to what has worked for you in the past. Either replicate that method or find something new but similar. It may trigger you into that same mode of movement towards a positive end. Connect with at least 5 people that you know can help you. Schedule a coffee, ask them when you can Skype call them, or simply pop them an email and reach out. People can be your greatest saving grace. Give yourself a break. You don’t need to be perfect all the time. You are allowed to have moments where you are down and out. Sometimes, your body and mind is telling you to take a break. We are not promoting that you give up – no! Not at all. But, taking a breather, a respite, can help you to reboot and carry on. Take a look at your health situation. Your low mood may have much to do with your fitness and health status. Assess if you have been eating well and if you are getting in at least some exercise every second day. Even a brisk walk can help you to clear your head and set you on the path to recovery. If you find that no methods are working, you may want to seek professional help. Insomnia, lack of appetite, low libido, stomach cramps, headaches, and the wish to be alone are all signs that depression is setting in. While independently they may be because of other issues, its best to have yourself checked out soonest. In ending, thinking about what could be the source of your low motivation could be just the trick to getting you out of the bad mood. Fix it as quickly as you can and try to move past it – telling yourself that it is just a phase. Please note, as well, that we are by no means giving you qualified professional advise here, but rather our insights after many years in the entrepreneural zone.
HOW TO BE A BETTER MENTOR
We all are mentors to someone, whether we realise it or not. Ensuring you keep your mentor skills honed is important so that you can give of your best to others. Whether it be your child, your employees, your colleagues, or a friend, you want to know that the way you mentor them brings on results. LISTEN Having two ears and one mouth may be just the way we were created for aesthetic appeal, but using them accordingly is also a good idea when it comes to mentoring. Listen to what your prodigy is saying, where the issues are, why they are needing your assistance, and then before giving them your insights, collate a proper detailed response. SET EXPECTATIONS Having a goal or goals to aspire to is helpful for you as the mentor and of course helpful to the mentee. Have the mentee write them down and constantly go back to them to gauge how far they are nearing them. CHECK IN – OFTEN While this may not be your full time job, as a mentor you want to be checking in with your student (as that is what they are) on a regular basis. See whether they are on the right path according to those goals. Send a quick message. Make a phone call. Or even pop them an email. Being available is also another way to help them. LEARN HOW TO BE EMOTIONALLY TUNED IN The art of empathy does not come naturally to most, so learning to understand others situations and feelings is a great tool to have. One mustn’t get too involved though, so stepping back and assessing the level of interaction can help the mentee. NEVER ASSUME Always ask. No matter what you think or have an opinion on, always ask your student first. Assuming something can be the undoing of months of mentoring. Once you have all the information, then you can devise a plan to moving forward. BE HUMAN No one expects you to be perfect, and in fact, its best that you are not. Showing that you have made mistakes and aren’t infallible, will put you in good light with your mentee. Open up and let them know that you can relate.
HOW TO REBOOT YOUR BAD DAY
We all have them – bad days – and they can take over so much so that we cannot focus on anything. A bad day can turn into a bad week and then a bad month – snowballing to the point that there seems like no return. Reboot your bad day now! Knowing how to reboot your day so that you can literally start over is a great trick to learn. Your bad day needn’t ruin your life. Here is how you can reboot your bad day and start afresh: 1. DELEGATE For some this is easy, but for others they feel that doing it themselves is far easier than outsourcing. But, in hindsight, which is where we generally realise we should have asked for help, seeking to share our tasks is the only way to go. Speak to colleagues who can help, look to outsourcing parts of our work, and free up your time. A nice start to reboot your bad day. 2. STOP DOING WHATEVER IT IS THAT STARTED THE BAD DAY Walk away from the issue, even if just for a moment. Go do anything else that brings you joy. Even a few minutes is good enough to right your mood, set your mind in a clearer mode, and help you to deal with the issue at hand. 3. DEAL WITH PERSONAL ISSUES QUICKLY Any personal problem can plague your mind to the point that you won’t be able to do a good job on anything else. Rather deal with it – although we understand that it may not be a quick fix, but addressing it, acknowledging it, and putting a pin in it, can help you to carry on with your day in a more positive light. 4. SPEAK TO SOMEONE Often just having a chat with a close friend or family member can help you to overcome a dull and troublesome day. Reach out to someone and see if they can help you get over the issues and reboot your bad day. 5. STICK TO YOURSELF Contrary perhaps, given our previous point, but most times all you need is to be alone with your thoughts. Take a minute or two to meditate, or even just sit in silence, and try to remove all the negative thoughts from your mind. Whatever the issue is, it will still be there afterwards, but with a clear mind you may be able to deal with it better.
Our Professional Connections
Our professional connections are very important to us. Take a look at who we are affiliated with. Every consultant has been a business manager/owner and comes with a wealth of industry knowledge and connections. As recruitment specialists we form part of The Linx Personnel group – an active network of reputable recruitment associates. We abide by the APSO Code of Ethical and Professional Practice. We are part of West Coast Network – Services you can rely on.
Job Seekers
West Coast Personnel understands the difficulties and frustrations of Job Seekers seeking new opportunities. Therefore each applicant is very important to us! Our consultants are carefully selected, fully trained and well capable of giving sound advice in employment related issues.
Quality Job Candidates
Quality Job Candidates are an absolute must at West Coast Personnel. In our interviewing processes West Coast Personnel comes across above average candidates – those representing the top 5% in their field – Quality Job Candidates. We are so excited about these job candidates that we would not want to keep them a secret. We make them available to our current and potential clients – to those businesses that can best benefit from their skills. Pre-Building and Define Applicant & Job Candidates Databases Well In Advance You can establish relationships with potential candidates long before you require them. When you have an existing position offered, these ideas will likewise assist you in recruiting a large database of prospects. The earlier you adopt these practices, the much better your company will carry out in the upcoming war for talent. Recruiting Your Perfect Staff For Your Employers A job description that tells possible workers the precise requirements of the position is helpful. Much more beneficial is the procedure you use to develop the job description internally and the behavioral qualities of your ideal prospect. Assemble a team of individuals who represent the very best qualities of individuals who currently hold the same or a similar position, and do not forget to consist of the hiring supervisor. Develop a job description that delineates the essential duties and outputs of the position. Specify the behavioral qualities of the person you feel is your perfect candidate. List your 5 to 10 essential responsibilities and qualities you will use to screen resumes, carry out phone screens and eventually, develop the concerns for the prospects you interview. Looks like a great deal of effort? It is. However, you’ll have a far better concept about the qualities of the ideal prospect you desire to attract to your company when you do this preparation via email or a recruiting planning conference. Tune Into Your Client Networks Know First Hand What Job Candidates They Need Spread word-of-mouth information about the position schedule, or ultimate schedule, to each worker so they can constantly search for exceptional prospects in their networks of associates and buddies. With online social and expert networking, the possibilities are, you and your staff members are immediately linked to hundreds, and even thousands, of prospective candidates. Use this prospective audience on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter, to call just a few. Encourage recruiters to collect company cards from, and develop relationships with, high prospective possible staff members. And, don’t stop with workers alone; tap the networks of your social, board, funder, and scholastic connections, too. Make certain you publicise your interest in employee referrals. In some business, employee referrals, specifically for hard-to-fill positions, are even rewarded with monetary bonuses. Posting all open positions, revealing openings at the business conferences and sharing growth strategies with company members will assist spread your message. The fact remains finding quality job candidates is a time consuming skill, that few employers have and can afford to disregard without jeopardizing their companies own growth & survival.