A Silent Cry: Managing Mental Health Issues In Workplace
A recent study conducted by the World Health Organisation found, ‘that depression and anxiety disorders cost the global economy US$ 1 trillion each year in lost productivity.’ Mental issues affect employees in multiples ways and can manifest themselves in absenteeism, low productivity, alcoholism or substance abuse. Here are the best strategies for coping with employees who […]
Must-Ask Questions Before Introducing A Wellness Program
Today, wellness programs are needed by organizations all over the world. Â Employers are quickly understanding the benefits that such a program deliversto employees and businesses alike. While some companies decide to create a program internally, others opt for outside vendors. No matter which way you decide to go, there are a few crucial questions you […]
5 Things Employee Hate About Your Employee Wellness Program
Lack of communication within an organization creates ambiguity. When a hostile environment is created, perks and benefits can do so little to retain employees. 88 percent of companies claim to have an employee wellness program, but is this offer backed by research or just a trend adoption? If you’re not offering a wellness program that’s […]
How A Corporate Wellness Program Can Help Employers Save Money
Corporate wellness programs provide countless benefits to both employees and employers. From the standpoint of employees, wellness programs lead to improved health, thereby increasing employee engagement, productivity and efficiency. Meanwhile, employers are able to retain the best talent in their organizations.
Creating A Wellness Program? Ask Yourself These Questions
Corporate wellness programs continue to be the primary focus for many organizations in the country. Research shows that the corporate wellness industry in the US stands at $8 billion industry and is expected to increase 7.8 percent by 2021.
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Remote Workers
Remote workers are employees that work from within the home and use their laptops to get the work done. Remote workers are not limited by the location of your office. For example, if you operate from one town, there is no steadfast rule to hire a remote worker from that part of the state. You […]
My experience with office politics and how I overcame it
In this day and age, it is near impossible and nothing short of a minor miracle if you don’t get involved in office politics. There are so many employees who claim that they are not interested in office politics. Make no mistake, you might not be interested in office politics, but office politics are very […]
Employee Wellness Program Statistics
The more preventive care we use now, the less it costs everyone later. Wellness Programs at work contribute to overall health and betterment for employees, and savings on future claims costs for employers. For a complete picture, read the inforgaphic by JS Benefits Group.
