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Workplace wellness is the overall health, happiness, and well-being of employees in a work environment. It encompasses physical health, mental health, emotional well-being, work-life balance, and social connections at the workplace. Improving workplace wellness can lead to increased productivity, higher employee satisfaction, reduced absenteeism, and improved morale. In this blog, learn some ways to improve workplace wellness.
Why Is Wellness Important In The Workplace?
The benefits of a wellness program go beyond the health benefits for employees. According to an article on LinkedIn, “research has shown that employees who experience positive levels of well-being are more engaged in their work and more productive overall. This is because they are more likely to feel motivated and energized, which can lead to higher levels of performance.”
Businesses that invest in corporate wellness programs also see their return on investment (ROI) because “ninety percent of companies that measure their wellness programs see a positive return - the same number that see positive returns from their other benefits.” Here are some ways that offering a corporate wellness program helps employees:
Why Employee Wellness Programs Are Something Businesses Should Offer
According to an Oracle survey, 88% of people say since the pandemic, the meaning of success has changed for them. In this group, 42% say work-life balance is important, 37% say mental health is important and 33% say workplace flexibility is important. A corporate wellness program should be a big company initiative, if it's not already one. Transforming your organization's culture to one that values and prioritizes employee well-being is very important to keep top talent, retain talent, and foster a healthy working environment.
How Do You Create A Wellness Culture?
How You Can Assess Wellness Programs
To ensure your workplace wellness programs are effective, you need to measure their impact. Ways to measure their effectiveness are:
By adopting a corporate wellness program, you can be a company that top talent wants to work for, get positive employee reviews, retain employees, and know that you're contributing to their overall well-being. Contact Passport to learn how we can customize a corporate wellness program that fits within your organization's values and culture.