S1 Episode 07: Feelings around Being Furloughed in Lockdown with Ruth Bennett

Su Blanch ACC talks to our Development Partner Ruth Bennett ACC about her feelings around her job being furloughed. What do employers need to think about? How do you navigate an enforced sabbatical and still feel part of a team? Takeaways Mixed emotions are common during times of transition and uncertainty. It's important to find a balance between excitement and feeling daunted by new opportunities. Connection and asking for help are crucial for well-being during challenging times. Employers should listen to their employees, ask how they're feeling, and find ways to support them. A sabbatical can be a time for personal growth and exploration. Uncertainty can be both challenging and an opportunity for adaptation and learning. Keywords furlough, coronavirus, emotions, excitement, guilt, rejection, connection, asking for help, sabbatical, uncertainty