Rising costs of living, political upheavals, and rapidly evolving workplaces have left employees reeling. As workplace burnout remains high, employee engagement is strained and mental health is nosediving. The 2024 Voice of the Workplace Report paints a grim picture: The good news is that the stigma has reduced surrounding discussions about workplace mental health. In Read more…
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Workplace Wellness
What is Workplace Burnout and Eight Tips to Help Employees Manage It
Workplace stress has become an alarmingly common phenomenon, with 44% of workers reporting feeling stressed day-to-day, according to a 2022 Gallup poll. Chronic stress can lead to burnout, which then causes devastating physical, mental, and emotional effects if unchecked. In 2007, Thrive Global founder and CEO Arianna Huffington collapsed from exhaustion, burnout, and lack of Read more…
Workplace Wellness
How Wellness Programs Can Help Reduce Employee Burnout
Stress is not an uncommon occurrence, particularly in today’s workplace. But when left unchecked, sustained or excessive exposure to stress not only has a negative impact on employee health, but also on their ability to maintain their productivity. Given how much time employees spend at work, it’s crucial for organizations and their employees to work Read more…
Benefits Strategy
The Road to Employee Wellness: Six Best Practices in Administering Wellness Benefits
As organizations increasingly recognize the link between employee well-being and productivity, workplace wellness programs will continue to be commonplace. According to a study, the majority of US employers already offer wellness programs, covering health screenings, promoting healthy activities, and supporting employees with chronic health conditions. The demand for robust wellness programs is expected to continue Read more…
Benefits Strategy
Choosing the Right Wellness Benefits Administration System for Your Company
Employee engagement and retention are two of the biggest challenges facing HR leaders in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape. Once considered an employee perk, workplace wellness programs are no longer optional as employers increasingly recognize the link between employee well-being and productivity. In fact, the value of wellness programs has gained so much recognition in Read more…