SME's oftentimes do not have large budgets (or the staff capacity) to incorporate wellness programmes across their business and yet research consistently shows the correlation between success and businesses that encourage wellbeing and positive health behaviours, with around 95% of employers and 96% of employees agreeing that good wellbeing drives organizational success.
If you are leading a business, here are three simple and affordable ideas for consideration that won’t create a massive hole in your budget but can help to foster a positive wellbeing culture in your organisation.
#1 - Flexible Working Hours
Allowing more flexible working hours helps your team better balance work life with home or family life, which is a key driver in reducing stress. 85% of professionals report that hybrid and flexible working arrangements positively impact their wellbeing. 89% of employers note better staff retention when they offer flexible work options.
#2 - Outdoor Meetings
Integrating outdoor spaces and meeting opportunities drastically improves employee wellbeing, creative thinking and collaborative focus. Corporate events hosted in natural settings yield positive relational outcomes, with impressive stats indicating a 85% improvement in employee relations, with 56% of employers observing enhanced relaxation and 54% noting a higher willingness to share ideas freely.
#3 - Art & Greenery
Introducing art and more greenery in your office space creates a more calm and nurturing space, with 76% of employees agreeing that the presence of art in the office helps reduce their daily stress levels and reporting a 60% reduction in stress after the introduction of indoor planting in the office.
Would you like to explore more about what wellbeing could look like for your team? Tell us what you are working towards and we’ll help you develop a tailored experience aligned with your people, priorities, and budget.
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