The pandemic changed how we work – businesses are adjusting to compete for talent

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The past two years have certainly brought upon significant changes in our lives. The pandemic caused so many of us to adjust how we go about doing things, such as shopping, travel, exercise and dining out. The work environment as we previously knew it has also changed in substantive ways.

The changes in how we work have taken many of us by surprise – yet the story is still being written. We’re in a transition and no one knows how the remaining chapters will be written.  But one thing is certain – there has been a general shift whereby employees have gained greater leverage in negotiating with their employers in determining compensation, benefits and working arrangements. This has had a profound impact on company culture and how we view relationships between employers and employees. In turn, companies of all sizes are reinventing how they attract, reward and retain employees to remain relevant.