The term “employee wellness” has taken on increased significance since the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Many companies are still dealing with the post-pandemic impact on their bottom line which led to massive employee turnover. We’re also witnessing unprecedented globalization, with a geographically dispersed workforce. Today, 12.7% of full-time employees work from home and 28.2% in a Read more…
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20 of the Most Engaging Employee Wellness Activities
Employee wellness programs have become increasingly popular over the past few years and with good reason. With returns on investment of up to 6 to 1, it makes sense why 53% of employers in the United States invested in an employee wellness program in 2023. From gym memberships to smoking cessation programs to retirement planning, Read more…
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How to Develop an Effective Wellness Program Budget
Running a successful corporate wellness program is no easy feat. In fact, many wellness programs fail when their design and implementation leaves something to be desired. For instance, a wellness program offering the most popular provisions and benefits might fall short of achieving its goals if not budgeted appropriately. Given that over 90% of employees Read more…
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8 Examples of Wellness Programs Employees Will Love
The COVID-19 pandemic truly underscored the importance of supporting employee wellness in the workplace. Wellness programs, which were once considered employee perks, are now an imperative part of every company culture. They have evolved into data-driven, customized, and strategic wellness initiatives that can help in reducing employee turnover and boosting employee health. Take Nike, and Read more…
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What are Population Health Initiatives and How Can They Benefit Your Organization?
Did you know that your employees’ health can have a significant impact on your organization’s success? Chronic health issues, obesity, and substance abuse are some of the most common population health issues today. When workers are faced with these ailments, their work is undoubtedly impacted. That’s one reason why many employers offer their employees health Read more…