Rethinking What We Thought 💭

JUNE 2021

This past month, I did something that, in the "before times" was SO normal - I flew on an airplane! I had a long-overdue reunion with close family, and even got to meet two team members that joined Brilliant Ink during the pandemic. It was SO wonderfully fulfilling. And now, as my kids wind down their wacky school year, I'm beginning to look ahead to a summer of long-overdue trips and family visits.

All of this should make me HAPPY, right?! And yet, I find myself struggling with feelings of fear, guilt, anxiety and the occasional desire to curl up back inside the safety of isolation. Following a period of intense change and trauma, it's very difficult to simply "switch back." Not to mention, this past year+ has made many of us reconsider how we want to spend our time - including time spent on airplanes, commuting and sitting in offices.

Every single company (including ours!) is grappling with this right now. Navigating health requirements and employee emotions and preferences is a real conundrum! Thankfully, this month's Inkwell has resources to set you on the right path. Still struggling? Don't hesitate to reach out by replying directly to this email. We're in this together!

Ann & the Brilliant Ink team

The Unintended Consequences Of The Hybrid-Work Model - Forbes (Article)
As organizations plan for return-to-work, the prevailing hybrid-work model could lead to unintended (and potentially disastrous) consequences. So, what should you be on the lookout for? PLAN FOR TOMORROW, TODAY. ►

2021 Digital Workplace Report - Beezy (Report)
The fact that the pandemic changed the workplace is old news. But what can we learn from these changes to shape the future of work for the better? Beezy has the latest on workplace trends and insights. GET THE SCOOP. ►

How to Measure Inclusion in the Workplace - Harvard Business Review (Resource)
With companies paying more and more attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion, inclusion remains the most difficult metric to track. How can leaders better measure and manage inclusion? LEAD THE WAY. ►

5 Ways To Improve Your Employee Experience in 2021 - Workrowd (List)
As the saying goes: Out with the old, in with the new. 2021 is a new age and it’s an unprecedented opportunity for rethinking the employee experience. Looking for ways to meaningfully move the needle? DIG IN. ►

Let’s Talk About Pronouns: 4 Tips For Gender Inclusivity In The Workplace - Farida Habeeb (Article)
While we will make mistakes in a world that has programmed us to accept gender normativity, all of us can do our part in using language that is respectful, inclusive, and affirming at work. HERE’S HOW. ►

3 PowerPoint Pet Peeves (And How To Avoid Them) - Jackie Berg (Resource)
Like it or not, PowerPoint presentations are a ubiquitous internal communication tool... and sadly, we’ve seen more than our fair share of messy PowerPoint slides! Ready to say no to messy slides? WE'VE GOT YOUR BACK. ►

Rethinking The Salary Transparency Taboo & Compensation Philosophy - Lauren Underhill (Article)
Some argue that salary transparency creates drama, toxicity and dissatisfaction. But what if we viewed these negative outcomes as an opportunity and signal to work towards equity? LET'S DISCUSS. ►

June 17, 23 or 28
Bystander Intervention to Stop LGBTQ+ Harassment - Hollaback! (Online Training)
We all have a role to play in making our world more inclusive. Hollaback! is currently offering outstanding free trainings to equip allies with the tools and knowledge to take a stand. Space is limited. SAVE YOUR SPOT. ►

June 24
Your Burning Measurement, Survey & Analytics Questions Answered! - theEmployeeApp (Webinar)
We’re teaming up with theEMPLOYEEapp for a webinar where we'll tackle top measurement and analytics questions, including surveys, data visualization, employee engagement, and measuring activation. DON’T MISS OUT. ►

Know a Project Manager Who'd Like It Here?

We’re looking for brilliant project management consultants who can support our Project Management Office (PMO). Our Project Managers play a critical role on every project team - sometimes driving strategy and developing processes for complex initiatives, and other times supporting the project team by monitoring budget usage, deadlines and stakeholder engagement. APPLY TODAY. ►

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