As the CEO of MidTech, a mid-size technology company, you've observed a decline in productivity during the pandemic with a fully remote workforce. To address this issue, you decide to require employees to return to the office for at least three days per week, anticipating some resistance.

 

To communicate this change, you plan to schedule a company-wide video conference. During the meeting, you intend to emphasize the importance of in-person collaboration and its benefits for the company's success. You recognize the change may be challenging, but you will stress that the company's needs must take priority.

 

During the conference, you will open the floor for questions, intending to listen to employees' concerns while reiterating the necessity of the policy for the company's growth. You will take note of the feedback but remain firm in your decision.

 

By preparing to be transparent and assertive, you aim to convey the importance of the new policy, ensuring increased productivity and a stronger focus on the company's needs.

 

In this scenario, brainstorm how the CEO might structure a memo to their employees that outlines concerns, identifies courses of action, and announces the video town hall. Consider the details to emphasize, the tone to use, and how much information to provide in advance of the video conference (and why), as well as what to save for the day of the event.

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