Two years ago, many of us – employers and employees alike – were preparing to return to an in-person work environment, but changing COVID conditions and shifting societal norms had different plans. Since August 2020, it’s become clear that for many companies, hybrid and remote work are here to stay. Estimates say that as much as 81% of the American workforce wants either a fully remote or a flexible hybrid work environment going forward, and a whopping 98% of all meetings include one remote participant. Employers are now faced with the challenge of building and maintaining a long-term culture of belonging that encompasses all employees regardless of their geographic location.
