The Value of Workplace Wellbeing

Written by Ben Field

Wellbeing at work isn’t a perk. It’s a foundation. Millennials and Gen Z workers are highlighting this. They no longer care about traditional “employee benefits”, they want to be seen, seen as human not just an employee. When flexibility and autonomy are in place, an employee can feel  supported whilst benefitting from intentional investment into their health – mentally, physically and emotionally. Data shows meeting these needs in your business, positions you better when attracting top talent.

The percentage of employees that feel satisfied with their work-life balance has fallen sharply. Burnout has become the norm. Wellbeing, when overlooked consistently, leads to a loss of connection across teams. Community creates connection, accountability and an emotional reset, easing workplace pressures and supporting employee’s wellbeing goals. So why do employers overlook this? Traditional health plans are outdated, limited flexibility in work patterns, essentially, people aren’t being put first.

Creating a wellbeing-focused culture by putting people first, listening to their needs, and supporting flexible working patterns is the pathway to a happy workforce. People know how they work best, this is shown as employees stating that flexible working hours, not location, is the number one incentive. (source = https://www.trinet.com/insights/workplace-wellness-2026-wellbeing-engagement)

What should employers do to improve workplace wellbeing?

·         Get to know what’s important to your employees

·         Redefine your offer

·         Transform your productivity

Wellbeing isn’t just an initiative, it’s a currency. Acting early gets you ahead, creating a workplace where people feel supported, fuels engagement – internally and externally  and creates business success.

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