Ready Or Not? London Olympics 2012

Originally published in Businesswings.co.uk

With 205 nations, and 11,000 athletes descending on the capital to take part in over 300 world-class sporting events this summer, it's no wonder most of us are more than a bit excited about the London Olympics.

No employer wants to put a damper on what's set to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and with a watchword of caution, the London Olympics and Paralympics can be a win-win celebration – an accessible way to engage staff and boost morale.

The key to keeping things positive and harmonious in the workplace is to ensure clear communication with employees, so that everyone knows what is expected, as early as possible. If you haven't already done so, it makes sound HR sense to formulate a plan and appropriate policies that set out your organisation's approach to the games.