Changes in Work Life Post COVID-19
Darwin’s theory of Evolution emphasizes on “Survival of the Fittest.” Time and again, circumstances in human history have substantiated this theory with enough evidence. Survival of the fittest refers to the mechanism of natural selection or the preservation of favored races in the struggle of life. While our physical immunity will ensure that we stay alive, our mental fitness and ability to adapt to changes will determine whether we emerge from the prevailing COVID-19 crisis victorious or not.
The pandemic that has uprooted millions of lives, pushed half a billion people into unemployment and many more into destitution, is yet to reach its peak in India. Work from home, remote working, virtual meetings, working in shifts, and social distancing are the new norms of the employment industry. Research shows that those sectors of the economy, such as the IT and the digital marketing industry, which are highly dependent on technology are one of the least hit sectors by the pandemic.