NEWSFLASH!
Companies from big to small will benefit from adding a focus on their employees’ well-being. Turns out it does not detract from productivity –or cost. Quite the opposite, in fact. There have been more than 200 scientific studies indicating the positive return-on-investment for worksite wellness programs. And why wouldn’t they? We spend more time at work than anywhere else, so the workplace provides a primo opportunity to promote healthy habits.
On the company side, these benefits are seen:
- High well-bring boosts performance
- Enhanced recruitment & retention of healthy associates
- Reduced health care costs
- Decreased rates of illness & injuries
- Reduced associate absenteeism
- Improved employee relations and morale
How, specifically, does it help employees?
- Weight reduction
- Improved physical fitness
- Increased stamina
- Lower levels of stress
- Increased well-being, self-image & self-esteem
I guess that’s not a newsflash, however, is it? We’ve known that inherently that a focus like that is good for morale. Now, after numerous studies, we know that a health focus is a win-win all the way around. Well-being is good for employees, the company, its clients
So, if your company doesn’t have a program, suggest one. The studies are in: ROI is positive. Will it take a little time and money to get started? Sure, but there are many ways to go about it and a lot of outside vendors who can provide help in a number of ways.
What have you got to gain?
http://www.uri.edu/research/lrc/research/papers/Dursi-Healthcare.pdf
http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/wellness_articles.asp?id=246