“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…
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Workplace Wellness
What is Social Wellness and Why Does it Matter in the Workplace?
“You’re not alone.” Many of us have or will crave these comforting words at one point, especially when life throws its hardest punches. But how do we foster genuine connections and community in our increasingly isolated world? The workplace is ripe with opportunities, especially where employee wellness is prioritized. Think of it this way: the Read more…
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How Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Play a Role in Choosing a Corporate Wellness Program
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…
Workplace Wellness
How to Effectively Incorporate Mental Health In Your Wellness Program
For far too long, mental health in the workplace was treated as the overlooked stepchild—unacknowledged until a crisis hit. Even in companies with robust employee wellness programs, the focus was often on physical health, and rightly so. However, the COVID-19 pandemic proved to be a collective wake-up call for leaders to prioritize mental health. With Read more…
Wellness Challenges
15 Employee Wellness Challenges that are Perfect for the Summer
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…
