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As coronavirus restrictions begin to lift around the US, Costco employees discuss 5 things they want warehouse club members to know
As coronavirus restrictions begin to lift around the US, Costco employees discuss 5 things they want warehouse club members to know
Áine CainJun 10, 2020, 04:31 IST
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The coronavirus pandemic didn't just change the Costco experience for warehouse members — it has shifted things for employees as well.
Business Insider spoke with four Costco employees about what they would like warehouse members to know for after the coronavirus pandemic.
They spoke about how the pandemic has permanently changed the way they view work.
The coronavirus pandemic changed almost everything about the Costco shopping experience.
Social distancing was enforced. Senior shopping hours were instated. Free samples were nixed, and the food court was given a complete overhaul.
But the transformation hasn't just applied to those who shop at the members-only warehouse chain. The pandemic has also changed how many Costco employees themselves view their jobs.
Business Insider spoke with a group of different Costco employees from the United States and Canada. Business Insider has verified that these sources currently work at Costco, but we are withholding their identities to prevent potential retaliation as they have not been cleared to speak to the press on the company's behalf.
These workers provided insights that they want to share with members about how working during the coronavirus pandemic has changed their jobs and attitudes about work.
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They still consider themselves essential ...
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... and they say their attitudes about work have changed
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They appreciate the majority of members who were calm and understanding in a crisis
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They've seen firsthand that panic-buying supplies leads to problems
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They appreciated some of Costco's pandemic policies, but want further protections