September always has a certain energy on this subject. It may be the echo of sharp pencils and the smell of new shoes, but as schools in England and Wales are coming back, the world of work also goes up in equipment.
For many of us, especially those who have families, this signals the start of a more structured routine after the darker and more flexible days of summer.
But this transition is not only for parents or people in education. For managers, teams and individuals from all organizations, it is a timely opportunity to settle in routine, to take stock and to re -engage with colleagues, culture and performance. And for some, in particular new starters and emerging talents, the return to the pace is not only useful, it is essential.
- Routine power
Routine is often underestimated, but it plays an essential role in defining tone for individual and collective performance. It provides rhythm, reliability and, above all, development. After the reflux and the flow of summer, it is now time to reset expectations, restore work rhythms and make room for strategic thinking, not just reactive.
If you are a manager, September is also a time to reconnect with your team. Not only operational, but as a human being. The re -evaluation of the team's energy, the recalibration of workloads and the revisioning objectives guarantee that everyone is aligned and re -engaged when we enter the last quarter of the year.
- Support new departures
For trainees, graduates and new starts, this feeling of back to school is more than theoretical, it's real. They sail in the world of work, learn the ropes and try to find their foot in a new environment. And although hybrid and remote work has advantages, they can also leave more recent colleagues drifting.
Gather people in the office, even if only a few days a week, creates the conditions for integration, culture sharing and relationship creation that no virtual call can reproduce. A structured routine gives them the anchors they need to grow with confidence and capacity.
- Gen Z wants to be at the office
This can surprise some, but emerging data and experience suggest that the two suggest that generation Z to want be at the office. Not because they do not appreciate flexibility, but because they are hungry for connection and learning.
Working at home at the start of the twenty can be insulating, even alone. And more importantly, a large part of the way we grow professionally comes from the incident; Hear how someone manages a delicate call, looking at how a colleague leads a meeting or taking a quick word with a mentor. These moments are the invisible program of the workplace, and they only occur in shared physical spaces.
- Proximity is important
One of the simplest, but most neglected advantages to be in the office? You can see when something is wrong. This slight change in someone's body language, the silent removal of a normally vocal colleague, or the tension that begins to slip into the team's dynamics is easier to notice and approach when we are together.
Identifying the problems early means that we can intervene earlier, whether it is a question of providing support, clarifying expectations or redirecting efforts before they move too far.
- A crucial window for leadership growth
For managers, September is also an opportunity to grow your direction. With people back in the room (even part -time), it becomes easier to delegate with clarity, real -time coach and provide immediate and relevant comments.
It is also a great moment to practice Social style and versatility – Understand how the different people present themselves, how they communicate and how to flex your own approach to establish better and more effective relationships. These general skills are anything but soft; They are fundamental for very efficient teams.
Get the most out of the September momentum
HAS KWC GlobalWe believe that training should provide results – Not just ideas. This is why we focus on practical application, behavioral change and performance improvement, long after the end of the workshop. Whether thanks to individual coaching, targeted team sessions or large -scale programs, we are there to help individuals and organizations take advantage of these natural moments of reset – as September – to unlock the next level of growth.
So, whether you come back from the sun lined, you prepare for a busy Q4 or help someone new to find their feet, it's now time to look at the routine – and the opportunity it offers.
And remember – it doesn't take long before your next assessment. Make sure these bulletins reflect the effort And progress. Otherwise … it could be a detention for you.
Nicky Denegri, is the main consultant and coaching chief at KWC Global
