Sessions

Engaging employees, now and post-COVID-19, is going to demand increased emotional support and leadership. This new demand will take a toll on even the most seasoned of HR professionals. The SHRM Foundation along with a panel of experts will provide you the strategies, support and encouragement to bolster your wellbeing. You will be motivated with tailored mentoring, wellness and leadership strategies that will help you better engage with your employees—giving you the tools to support them as they navigate the new normal in the post-COVID reality. This session will explore how to assess your mental wellbeing, sustain a positive mindset and ultimately provide maximum assistance to your employees. You will walk away motivated and equipped with the leadership and coaching tools to support you as you lead your workforce during this transition.   

Learning Objectives: 

• Understand how current global, national,and your own workplace challenges are impacting you as an HR professional: 
  • Have you had to oversee layoffs and terminations over the last 30-60 days because of COVID-19? 
  • How will the workplace look different for you and your employees when you physically return to work? 
  • In the past month, what personal impact has this had on your life?  
• Successfully assess your mental agility during this time and learn how to engage in mental health and wellness for both yourself and your employees. 
• Hear tips for self-care–ensuring you’re prepared to lead your workforce and workplace maximizing support and employee engagement.