What small businesses can learn about reopening from Google, Facebook, and other major companies that plan to bring employees back in July 2021

What small businesses can learn about reopening from Google, Facebook, and other major companies that plan to bring employees back in July 2021

Learn from other companies before setting your own business's return date.







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Google, Facebook, Uber, and other major companies are tentatively planning to reopen their offices starting July 2021, though some experts call this "wishful thinking."

These reopening office plans can set an example for smaller businesses still working to determine a safe return date.

Don't be influenced by the surge of companies reopening before July 2021, experts say. Some businesses rely heavily on in-person collaboration or meetings with customers, so reopening is their only option. 

Before setting a date, determine whether your upcoming business goals will require employees to be in office, and keep track