4 Behaviors That Help Leaders Manage a Crisis

Harvard Business Review

Experts from a top management consulting firm layout 4 key behaviors leaders should employ during a crisis: (1) deciding with speed over precision, (2) adapting boldly, (3) reliably delivering, and (4) engaging for impact. While their recommendations are not specific to the COVID-19 pandemic, they are helpful tips for any time of crisis.

COVID-19 and the American Workplace

US Department of Labor

The Department of Labor provides fact sheets, a webinar, and other resources on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) to help you and your employees understand the new rules regarding paid sick, family, and medical leave, including tax credits for private employers with fewer than 500 employees. Some resources are provided in Spanish, and an employee rights poster regarding FFCRA is provided in several languages.

Disaster Unemployment Assistance

US Department of Labor Tool

Employees can use this page to determine if they are eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The specifics of the application window and process will vary state to state.

IRS Guide

The IRS provides a very thorough guide to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), including an overview of tax credits for small and midsize businesses and a very detailed Frequently Asked Questions section. 

Company Survival Guide To Care For Staff During The Coronavirus Pandemic

Forbes

Forbes provides helpful tips on caring for your employees while still maintaining a healthy business during the COVID-19 pandemic. These recommendations fall into several categories: preventing the spread of illness, coordinating healthy business operations, managing COVID-19 positive results, prioritizing morale building efforts, and considering the financial and employment needs of staff.

Struggling to Balance the Budget? Here's How to Manage Staff Concerns the Right Way

US Chamber of Commerce

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce provides helpful tips on how to approach and plan for furloughing employees compassionately and pragmatically.

Taking Care of Your Mental Health in the Face of Uncertainty

American Foundation Suicide Prevention

It is important that we all take the steps necessary to protect our mental health during these difficult times. This resource provides helpful methods to manage stress and anxiety in the face of COVID-19-related uncertainty.

How Managers Can Support Remote Employees

Harvard Business Review

An executive coach gives helpful tips on keeping your business running smoothly while your employees are working remotely. This may be more appropriate for businesses with several employees or more.