2023-10-05 22:47:11
Organizations are exploring innovative approaches to enhance productivity and retain your talent. One of the most prominent strategies is the implementation of wellness programs in the workplace. These programs go far beyond offering simple amenities like yoga classes or fresh fruit in the break room… They delve into fundamental aspects that impact the lives of employees, both in the workplace and in the personal sphere. From emotional and physical well-being to financial support and environmental awareness, these comprehensive programs are redefining how companies care for their teams and ultimately strengthening their success in an increasingly demanding marketplace.
How can a wellbeing program boost your company’s productivity? This was the main topic of yesterday’s debate, organized by HRDigital and Savia Savia Digital Health Mapfre, in which the three speakers left us very good headlines. We have: Carlos Hernandez, Business Development Director at Savia Digital Health Mapfre, David Saavedra, B2B business development manager in Savia Salud Digital Mapfre and with Salvador Villasmil, Responsible for Occupational Risk Prevention from Clínica Baviera.
Companies must adopt holistic approaches that promote both employee productivity and well-being. This involves implementing policies and programs that encourage work-life balance, mental health, effective communication, training and development, and a culture of support and respect. These challenges can vary depending on the industry, company size, and other factors. For his part, Hernández presented during the session some of the most common challenges: the balance between work and personal life, work stress, technology and other distractions, having an unbalanced workload, whether too overwhelming or insufficient, can also negatively affect both productivity and well-being.
«Mental health at work is a growing challenge. Anxiety, depression and other mental health problems can significantly affect employees’ well-being and, ultimately, their productivity,” Hernández confessed.
The importance of addressing these issues proactively and comprehensively in the work environment lies not only in the individual well-being of workers, but also in the capacity of organizations. to maintain healthy equipment and highly effective that can successfully face the challenges of an increasingly competitive business world. This is achieved through a series of mechanisms, as the speakers have mentioned: offering opportunities for physical activity, promoting healthy eating, also offering regular medical examinations, among other things. Additionally, it is achieved by facilitating the formation of support groups among employees or promoting social activities that can help build relationships and support networks that are important for mental health.
“A well-designed and executed wellness program can have a positive impact on both the physical and mental health of employees by providing support, resources and opportunities to adopt healthier lifestyle habits and better manage stress and work pressures.” , Saavedra has expressed.
What are the measurements and welfare policies implemented at Baviera Clinic? The Occupational Risk Prevention Manager has explained them and we have also learned what their impact has been on employee satisfaction.
In case you were not at the webinar… We leave you the complete session!
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