4 lessons the pandemic taught us about work, life and balance | Patty McCord

4 lessons the pandemic taught us about work, life and balance | Patty McCord

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Health Sciences, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The speaker discusses the challenges of changing work culture, especially during the pandemic, which forced innovation and flexibility. They highlight the importance of distinguishing between family and team roles, emphasizing adult responsibilities and focusing on results. The need for clear communication and understanding context is crucial. The speaker encourages rethinking outdated work practices and embracing new ways of working.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a common reason people gave for not changing work practices before the pandemic?

Insufficient technology

Regulations and constraints

Cultural differences

Lack of interest

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the pandemic change the perception of work and family?

It made work and family indistinguishable

It made family more important than work

It reinforced the separation between work and family

It eliminated the need for work-life balance

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should organizations focus on instead of traditional work metrics?

Office attendance

Employee satisfaction

Results that matter

Number of hours worked

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is emphasized as a key factor for achieving organizational success?

Strict adherence to rules

Increasing work hours

Understanding business fundamentals

Following best practices

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the new approach to communication within organizations?

Top-down waterfall method

Randomized messaging

Scheduled and disciplined communication

Ignoring communication

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's view on 'best practices'?

They are universally applicable

They are essential for success

They are outdated and irrelevant

They should be followed strictly

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's suggestion for moving forward in work practices?

Conduct more performance reviews

Increase levels of approval

Embrace new and effective practices

Revert to pre-pandemic methods