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Wednesday, July 25, 2018

The Management Tip of the Day

July 25, 2018

Help an Employee Return Smoothly from Medical Leave

When an employee returns from a medical leave, it's their manager's job to help them ease back into work. The process starts during the leave: The manager should check in with the employee a few times so that they don't feel cut off from the office. When they're ready to return, reach out to come up with a transition plan, and think through the precise details. For example, ask the employee how they want their return announced, and talk about any schedule changes they need. Make sure the transition plan is phased, since the person may not be ready to return to 100% capacity right away. And consider how you can create a welcoming experience for their first day back, whether it's meeting them at the door or having flowers and a card waiting for them at their desk. Once they're back, check in with them more frequently than you normally would, to make sure they feel supported.

Adapted from "How to Welcome an Employee Back from Medical Leave," by Anne Sugar

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