6 Ways To Encourage Employees To Return to the Office

Is your bank’s corporate branch suffering from a lack of employee office presence? Remote work has its benefits, but nothing beats the collaboration and communication that presential work supports. Here are some ways to encourage employees to return to the office that won’t dampen morale.

Offer Hybrid Schedules

Do your employees need to be in the office every day? If you can, offer a hybrid work model that combines in-office and remote work. This allows employees to benefit from both worlds, offering the face-to-face interactions they miss and the flexibility they have come to value.

Upgrade Amenities

Top-notch amenities can make the office a more attractive space that employees want to visit.

Provide state-of-the-art technology, comfortable seating, and collaborative spaces. If you have the budget, consider adding a fitness center, a relaxation room, and a well-stocked pantry. Of course, a high-quality fridge and other kitchen appliances are essential.

And don’t restrain the upgrades to the office’s interior. Your business can benefit from EV charging stations to accommodate commuting employees with EVs.

Remodel the Office

Everybody loves a remodel, especially long-term employees who would love the chance to work in a refreshed, optimized space. By remodeling, you give employees something to look forward to seeing and experiencing when they return.

If you haven’t already, update the office layout to support open communication while preserving areas for privacy and focus. Bring in ergonomic furniture and optimize the layout for natural light. Additionally, modernize meeting rooms with advanced audiovisual equipment to facilitate seamless collaboration.

Host More Office Events

One of the main benefits of in-person work for employees is the opportunity to interact face-to-face with their coworkers in a way that virtual settings simply don’t support. Capitalize on this!

Organize regular events that promote team building and engagement among employees. From simple gatherings to celebrate a coworker’s success to large holiday parties, these events help employees connect and feel bonded to their physical workplace through the people.

Incentivize In-Office Work

People are more likely to do something if they can see an immediate benefit. There, you might consider offering incentives that make returning to the office more attractive. Implement systems that reward attendance, punctuality, or performance in the office with bonuses, extra days off, or tickets to events.

Ask Your Employees What They Want

Ask your employees what they want and need to make returning to the office an attractive option for them. In doing so, you can allocate your resources to the most effective solutions, and your employees feel heard. Employees who feel heard are more likely to acknowledge your efforts by showing up in person.

If you want to encourage your employees to return to the office for better collaboration and communication, you now know six ways to do so in your bank’s corporate branch. These tips should help you seamlessly navigate the transition back to physical workspaces.


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