Red embrace mezzanine4/10/2023 ![]() The 24/7 online offering means we can shop for every colour of the rainbow and retailers with omnichannel options as well as a #socialconscience will naturally rise to the top of the pecking order. Less dependency on the traditional shopping mall: Let’s face it, where the outside world is rioting, we know the shopping cart of the inside world doesn’t discriminate and is not a threat to our physical person.This is not to say that all travel must cease, but it does beg the question whether a better #ROI can be achieved virtually by staying grounded? Failing to ask this question, is saying no to a gift horse! It would be prudent for businesses who have still delivered with a positive impact on the bottom line through reduced #travel costs, to take advantage of this new norm. A reduction in non-essential business travel: With #videoconferencing getting a new lease on life, the quintessential business traveller must now take on a new persona.Could this Covid-imposed restriction anticipate the establishment of socially distanced and lesser office spaces for one business or many, in a local or regional hub? I certainly think so! Think of the real #transformation that this could bring in terms of infrastructure and opportunities if there is a shift away from the major city centre. Our shorter commute and the restrictions on #travel in recent weeks have definitely seen an even greater emphasis on supporting our local coffee shops and cafes with our “take-away” business. The growth of the local and/or regional centre: So, let’s take this a step further.If the statistics haven’t materially changed then businesses should be seizing upon this opportunity for their shareholders and stakeholders. Two key measures to assist with this decision, are #productivity and #engagement. While it may not make sense for businesses to have all staff at home all of the time, with our direct Covid-19 experience, it must pave the way for having if not most, at least some of the staff at home all of the time, directly reducing the office space requirement. A lesser office space footprint: If this isn’t being considered, then we aren’t being considered in our approach.This new mindset, when coupled with an outcome focus has the potential to open the floodgates to accessing the right capability from anywhere. If the shackles can be lifted on tying employees to a “particular” office, then it’s not difficult to imagine this office being “anywhere”. A capability revolution: We’ve been # WorkingfromHome for many weeks now, and while I’m sure it hasn’t all been smooth sailing, we’ve made it work.If you’re going to rise to the challenge, you have to be prepared to change. However, with this 2020 vision, my innate optimism has me rapt in what changes will be accepted and committed to in our desire to rebuild and embrace a new way of life? I’ve taken some of the topics from my past articles to provide my take on the top 10 Covidspirations that we definitely need to embrace for good! You can’t spell CHAlleNGE without change. I’m pondering the good, the bad and the ugly component of this first half of 2020 which has ignited nothing short of a Coronacoaster of emotions which has had me soaring up and down the grief and/or change cycle much like the one below. As I sit here in the lounge this Saturday, after my second trip back to the gym, the motto “No pain, no gain” comes to mind. (Okay - maybe a beer or wine!) A place to unwind and reflect on the day that was, indulge in some conversation if you’d like and have a few bite-sized “snacks” to allow you to recharge for the next day of Working From Anywhere (WFA)… so, welcome to The Mezzanine Lounge! Coronaspirations – time to move on!Ģ020 has certainly been a kicker so far. “Bite size” culinary offerings beckon throughout the day, culminating in relaxing evening cocktails and canapes.Īlas, it’s been a long day, however, the lounge beckons with one of your favourite cocktails on ice. It is often a welcome escape from your room when you need to work or take some time out, catering for guests around the clock. Perched on one of the top floors, the Club Lounge is an exclusive social space reserved for special guests.
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