Unveiling the Truth: The Essence of Genuine Flexibility in the Post-COVID Era!

In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, employees now expect flexibility as a standard.

While the ability to choose when and where to work benefits many individuals, it's crucial to acknowledge that job flexibility may not always be what it seems.

Regrettably, in the fierce competition for talent, certain employers have been caught inflating the level of flexibility they provide or offering vague promises, only to face consequences after making their hires.

This counterfeit flexibility not only hinders new employees from reaching their full potential in their new roles, but it also leads to discontentment and demotivation, eroding trust in the organizations they serve.

Consequently, productivity suffers, company culture deteriorates, and stress levels soar.

In this scenario, everyone loses. Employees fail to experience the role as it was presented to them, and employers find that new hires fall short of expectations due to the initial letdown.

Honesty truly remains the most effective policy.

The good news is that employers are now awakening to this reality. By openly communicating if a role requires the right candidate to be physically present in the office two days a week, you significantly increase the likelihood of finding the ideal person for the job on the first try.

Aligning your employees' priorities and requirements with your own is an important yet often overlooked factor in achieving the best fit.

We are all aware of the costs and time involved in the recruitment process. It's undoubtedly better to be transparent about the extent of flexibility you offer instead of restarting the entire process when the role fails to meet your new hire's expectations!

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?? Sarah Hamilton-Gill FCIPD Bethany Bliss Evans Trudy Lang Jessica B

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