Smooth Return: The HR Checklist
How to genuinely design a gradual, human-centred and sustainable comeback
September is one of the most delicate moments of the year.
Return-to-work stress, demotivation and quiet quitting are far from rare: 1 in 3 employees feels the symptoms after the holidays.
Yet many companies are unprepared; the return is often endured rather than embraced as a chance to strengthen climate, culture and engagement.
How do you turn the post-holiday period into a lever for wellbeing and productivity?
With a few targeted actions — before, during and after the break — you can craft a healthier, more human return experience for everyone in the organisation.
Inside the checklist
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What to communicate before the holidays to encourage real disconnection
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What to put in place during the first weeks back to ease the ramp-up
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The warning signs to watch for in your teams to spot discomfort or fatigue early
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Practical tips to foster listening, lightness and connection