Most workplace wellness challenges stem from good intentions. Whether it’s a hydration challenge or a 5k marathon, employers just want to encourage employees to adopt healthier habits because that results in lower company costs. When done right, the challenge can improve employees’ physical and mental health outcomes, leading to a healthier and happier workforce. But Read more…
52% of American employers offer a wellness program as of 2023. However, research shows the average wellness program participation rate is about 30%. Think about that for a moment. You’ve invested time, money, and resources into a wellness program, but only a third of your workforce engages with it. That leaves over 60% of your Read more…
“Prevention is better than cure.” This mantra has become a rallying call in boardrooms across the globe as employers aim to build a healthier, more productive workforce. With 52% now offering wellness programs, the corporate wellness ship is truly gaining momentum. And yet, rolling out a wellness program is only half the battle. As studies Read more…
Is your corporate wellness program truly inclusive? This question is becoming increasingly common as the clarion call for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace echoes across boardrooms. According to McKinsey & Co’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Lighthouses 2023 report, the global market for DEI – dollars spent by companies on DEI-related efforts such Read more…
Maintaining a vibrant, effective workplace wellness program in the summer months can require a boost of creativity. Despite bringing plenty of sun and fun, the season can also bring a touch of inertia to some workplaces. Some studies show that workplace productivity drops by an average of 20% in the summer, while exercise and healthy Read more…
