THE VALUE OF HUMAN CONNECTION

WHERE WE ARE TODAY IN 10 POINTS

1. The Covid-19 pandemic led to a sharp increase in the number of the workforce working from home.

2. We are attending more meetings than ever before, yet 42% attend and do not contribute.

3. The additional meeting have led to the average workday increasing to nearly 11 hours, and managers are not always aware.

4. Productivity has taken a hit, as it took longer to achieve the same tasks, driving employee dissatisfaction.

5. The reduction in collaboration has led to less innovation, potentially impacting long term success.

6. Trust amongst colleagues decreased, while toxicity increased, leading to relationships breaking down.

7. That lack of trust, combined with looking at yourself on a screen all day leads to increased anxiety.

8. The increased hours and highest ever reported levels of employee stress lead to burnout and feelings of inefficacy, leading to increased employee costs for psychological and medical treatment.

9. Job turnover is increasing, with half concerned about career growth while those virtual statistically get promoted less.

10. Talent is typically the #1 cost for all companies, and yet over half will likely quit if their needs are not met in the future. That level of job turnover is not sustainable for any company.