Coworker connections in the virtual workplace.docx

The document discusses the rise of remote and hybrid work arrangements as the new normal for many companies, with a significant portion of the US workforce now having the opportunity to work from home. It highlights the benefits and challenges of remote work, particularly focusing on the importance of building connections with virtual coworkers. The text emphasizes the need for leaders to foster coworker connections and create a culture of retention through purpose-driven leadership, inclusion, active listening, and expressing appreciation. By following these strategies, leaders can enhance communication, collaboration, and employee engagement in virtual work settings.